India-based Journal Publishes Article in Praise of Sayyida Zainab (peace be upon her)
India-based Journal Publishes Article in Praise of Sayyida Zainab (peace be upon her)
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In an article for Muslim Mirror titled “Rethinking Karbala: Female Agency and Resistance of Lady Zainab,” Azmat Ali has highlighted the profound role of Lady Zainab, sister of Imam Hussain (peace be upon them both).
The author describes her as a symbol of unwavering faith, resolute leadership, and principled resistance. Ali praises Lady Zainab (peace be upon her) for her pivotal actions during and after the tragedy of Karbala, where she emerged as a moral authority after the martyrdom of male family members.
The article emphasizes her courage in challenging the enemy commander, safeguarding the honor of the camp, and protecting the surviving family members, including Imam Zain al-‘Ābidīn (peace be upon him). Lady Zainab’s powerful sermons in Kufa and Damascus are lauded as early instances of female protest and testaments to her eloquence, which stirred opposition to Yazid’s rule.
The author notes that her leadership, both practical and symbolic, was crucial in preserving and transmitting the message of Karbala, ensuring it did not vanish from history. Her legacy, extending to establishing educational gatherings for women, continues to inspire across religious and cultural boundaries as a model of steadfastness, integrity, and faith.
