The – Al-Shia The al-Shia Scientific, Cultural, and Doctrinal Website Sun, 21 Dec 2025 12:01:38 +0000 en-US The – Al-Shia 32 32 The Virtues of Hazrat Hamza (AS) Based on the Quran Hazrat Hamza (AS), the noble uncle of the (PBUH), is famously known as “Asad Allah” (The Lion of God). One way to understand the characteristics and virtues of the companions of the Prophet is by examining the verses of the Quran that were revealed concerning them. By studying the content of some of these verses, we can gain insight into the traits and virtues of Hazrat Hamza (AS), the Master of Martyrs (AS). Piety (Taqwa) One verse that confirms the attribute of “taqwa” (piety) for Hazrat Hamza (AS) and includes him among the righteous is verse 15 of Surah Al-Imran (Quran 3). Haskani mentions in his account of the verse’s revelation that it was revealed regarding Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS), Hazrat Hamza (AS), and Ubaydah ibn Harith. [1] According to Haskani’s narration, Hazrat Hamza (AS) belongs to the group of pious individuals whose inherent quality of taqwa allows them to be associated with the characteristics of the righteous described in the Quran, including verses 15 and 16 of Surah Al-Imran (Quran 3) and the opening verses of Surah Al-Baqarah (Quran 2). Success and Salvation (Falah and Righteous Outcome) Another verse revealed regarding Hazrat Hamza (AS) that indicates his success and salvation is verse 200 of Surah Al-Imran (Quran 3). Allah says: “O you who believe! Be steadfast in the face of difficulties and desires, remain firm against the enemies, guard your boundaries, and fear Allah, so that you may prosper.” Al-Kalbi narrates from Abi Salih that Ibn Abbas, in explaining this verse, said: ( Iṣbirū ) means to be patient with oneself, ( Ṣābirū ) means to be patient against the enemy, and ( Rābiṭū ) means to strive in the way of Allah. The phrase “And fear Allah, perhaps you will succeed” was revealed concerning the Prophet (S), Imam Ali (AS), and Hazrat Hamza (AS), who possessed such qualities. [2] Martyrdom (Shahada) In the Quran, the term “shahid” is not used to specifically mean one who is killed in the way of Allah. Rather, the Quran uses the expression “killed in the way of Allah”, such as in the verse: “Do not consider those who are killed in the way of Allah as dead”. [3] However, according to some traditions, the term shahid is generally applied to someone who struggles in the path of Allah and is killed. Hazrat Hamza (AS) is mentioned as an example of “the martyrs” [4] in the verse: “And whoever obeys Allah and the Messenger, they are with those upon whom Allah has bestowed favor among the prophets, the truthful, the martyrs, and the righteous. Excellent companions are these”. [5] According to Sheikh Tusi’s narration from Anas ibn Malik, the Prophet (S), explaining verse 69 of Surah An-Nisa (Quran 4), said: “Among the prophets upon whom Allah bestowed favor, I am the first in prophethood and the last in my mission. Among the truthful is Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS), who was the first to confirm my prophethood. Among the martyrs are Hazrat Hamza (AS) and Ja’far al-Tayyar, and among the righteous are my daughter Fatimah (AS) and her two sons, Hasan and Husayn (AS), who are the leaders of the youth of Paradise”. [6] Faith in Allah’s Verses One verse that testifies to Hazrat Hamza’s true faith is verse 54 of Surah Al-An’am (Quran 6): “When those who believe in Our verses come to you, say: ‘Peace be upon you. Your Lord has decreed mercy upon Himself, that whoever among you does evil in ignorance and then repents afterward and corrects it, indeed, He is Forgiving and Merciful”. [7] According to narrations, this verse was revealed concerning Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS), Hazrat Hamza (AS), Jafar, and Zaid. [8] Anas ibn Malik said that a group of companions approached the Prophet (S) saying: “We have fallen into many sins.” The Prophet (S) remained silent, and this verse was revealed. Ata reported that the group included companions such as Hazrat Hamza (AS), Jafar, Musab ibn Umair, Ammar, and others, regarding whom this verse was revealed. [9] The of Al-Araf Another verse mentioning Hazrat Hamza (AS) is verse 46 of Surah Al-Araf (Quran 7). “Araf” is the plural of urf, meaning the crest of a rooster, the mane of a horse, the upper part of anything, or high lands filled with sand. [10] In the Quran, it is also described as a wall between Paradise and Hell. [11] Ibn Abbas explained that Araf is a high place on the Sirat (bridge over Hell), where Imam Ali (AS), Hazrat Hamza (AS), Jafar al-Tayyar, and Abbas stand. They recognize their friends, who have radiant faces, and their enemies, who have dark faces. [12] Hazrat Hamza (AS) as a Guardian of Masjid al-Haram Verse 34 of Surah Al-Anfal (Quran 8) is another verse associated with Hazrat Hamza (AS) in narration: “Why should Allah not punish them while they prevent others from praying in the Sacred Mosque? Their guardianship is only for the pious, but most of them do not know”. [13] Guardianship of Masjid al-Haram was a prestigious role, and the disbelievers of Mecca considered themselves more deserving than the guardians. Allah refuted this and said that the true guardians of the Mosque are the pious. Ibn Abbas narrates that the phrase “they were not its guardians” refers to the Meccan disbelievers. The real guardians are the righteous, such as Imam Ali (AS), Hazrat Hamza (AS), Jafar, and Aqil. [14] Purity of Heart from Malice and Envy One of the greatest challenges in life, leading to social conflicts and harming spiritual peace, is malice and envy. [15] Allah describes the residents of Paradise: “And We removed from their hearts any rancor, and they lie on facing couches”. [16] According to narrations, this verse refers to the noble individuals Imam Ali (AS), Hazrat Hamza (AS), Jafar al-Tayyar, Aqil, Abu Dharr, Salman al-Farsi, Ammar Yasir, Muqaddad, Hasan, and Husayn (AS), from whom Allah removed grudges and envy. [17] The Friends of Allah (Awliya Allah) A narration from the Prophet (S) mentions that among Allah’s servants are those whom even the prophets envy. They love one another without worldly possessions, their faces shine with light, they are fearless when others are afraid, and they are not saddened when others are distressed. The Prophet identified them as Imam Ali (AS), Hazrat Hamza (AS), Jafar, and Aqil, citing the verse: “Indeed, the friends of Allah, no fear will be upon them, nor will they grieve”. [18] Defender of the Prophet (S), Fighter in the Way of Allah Striving in the way of Allah and fighting the Prophet’s enemies is a distinctive virtue of Hazrat Hamza (AS). Verse 19 of Surah Al-Hajj (Quran 22) reflects this. Fays ibn Ubada narrates from Abu Dharr that the verse: “These two disputants disputed concerning their Lord” was revealed regarding the opponents in the Battle of Badr. Imam Ali (AS), Hazrat Hamza (AS), and Ubaydah confronted the pagans, resulting in three enemy leaders being killed by these champions: Hazrat Hamza (AS) killed Utbah ibn Rabiah, Imam Ali killed Walid ibn Utbah, and Ubaydah killed Shaybah ibn Rabiah. [19] Receiving the Blessings of Paradise Verses 23 and 24 of Surah Al-Hajj (Quran 22) also mention Hazrat Hamza (AS) in their contexts. Ibn Abbas explains that “those who believed” refers to Imam Ali, Hazrat Hamza (AS), and Ubaydah, who risked their lives at Badr defending Islam. Allah granted them rewards in recognition of their efforts. [20] Good Promise from Allah Regarding the verse: “Then whoever We promised a good