Grand Ayatollah Shirazi: Imam Hussein Consciously Chose Martyrdom on Ashura

Grand Ayatollah Shirazi: Imam Hussein Consciously Chose Martyrdom on Ashura
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During his daily scholarly session on Wednesday, Safar 4, 1447 AH, Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sadiq Husseini Shirazi addressed questions regarding the events of Ashura, stating that Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) was divinely given the choice to accept or reject martyrdom on that pivotal day, but he consciously embraced it.

The Grand Ayatollah elaborated on why Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) declined certain offers of assistance on Ashura. He explained that it was not in divine expediency for the Imam to accept these proposals, as the events of Ashura were destined to unfold through a “takwini” (cosmic or existential) decree.

Furthermore, Grand Ayatollah Shirazi emphasized that beyond rejecting aid, Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) received a direct message from God on Ashura, offering him the choice to accept martyrdom. The Imam, despite having this divine option, knowingly chose to accept martyrdom. This choice, according to the Grand Ayatollah, highlighted the Imam’s profound submission to divine will and the ultimate purpose of his sacrifice.