Questions about Al-Baaqir

1. Questions about Al-Baaqir Before his Imamah 28 Questions A.S. Hashim, MD

2. Definition of Terms in this Slide Show • Institute of Ahlul Bayt: Refers to the teachings and discussions by Ahlul Bayt. This was conducted at: • The house of the Imam • Masjid Al-Nabawi • At or near the Grand Mosque during Haj • Piety-minded: Refers to the many Schools of thought: Like that of Ibn Abbas, of Ibn Omar, Jabriah, Qadariyah, Murj’iah, Ahlul Raa’y, Ahlul Qiyas, etc. Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

3. Chart the lineage of Al‑Baaqir. • Al‑Baaqir was born to Zainul Abideen son of Al-Husain and Fatima daughter of Al-Hasan • Was born to Zainul Abideen son of Al-Husain and Sakeena • Was born to Zainul Abideen son of Al-Husain and Khadijah • Was born to Al-Abbas brother of Al-Husain and Fatima daughter of Al-Hasan Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

4. Describe the conditions of Al‑Baaqir as a child when he was in Karbala. • Al‑Baaqir was about 3½ years old when in Karbala, and he saw smiling happy faces of everyone. • Al‑Baaqir was about 3½ years old when in Karbala, would persistently cling to his aunt Sakeena, and he saw the serious, somber looks on the face of everyone. • a+ He was very insecure during travel, • a+ During this trip Al‑Baaqir had constant nightmares. Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

5. Explain the trip Al‑Baaqir took to Damascus and the effect of the death of Sakeena on him. • For about 700 miles across the inhospitable desert, Al‑Baaqir saw ahead of him the head of his grandfather, Al‑Husain, carried on the tip of a spear, by mean‑looking people.  • Frightened and apprehensive, he clung to his aunt, Sakeena.  • But to his surprise, a few weeks later Al‑Baaqir suddenly lost his loving aunt Sakeena—she died.  • a+b+c+ The nightmares were too often to haunt young Al‑Baaqir from then on, repeatedly, for months if not for years.  Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

6. When back in Medina what did Al‑Baaqir notice his father and great aunt doing? • He saw his great‑aunt Zainab, on a vigorous campaign, about Karbala. • He also saw his father Zainul Abideen go into seclusion and cut off most contact with people.  • Al‑Baaqir also observed that the people of Medina were inflamed and very angry.  • a+b+c+ Everyone cried and mourned for Imam Al‑Husain.  Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

7. Describe the happenings in Medina when Al‑Baaqir was 5½ years old. • When he was 5½ years old, Medina revolted against the despicable Yazid, but Zainul Abideen was the host for 400 of Benu Umayya clan • a+ He learned that numerous Companions were killed by the army of Yazid, and a lot of trouble took place in Medina • He learned that a few Companions were killed by the army of Yazid • That Yazid’s army was defeated Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

8. Explain about Al‑Ansaari's message to Al‑Baaqir. • Al‑Ansaari was an old Sahaabi who he had lost his eye-sight, • He was seen often in the Prophet's Mosque calling for Al‑Baaqir.  • The people at the time, not knowing of any Al‑Baaqir around, thought Al‑Ansaari to be out of his mind.  • a+b+c+ When Al‑Ansaari finally met Al‑Baaqir he hugged him, kissed his hand, and joyfully conveyed the salutation of the Prophet (pbuh) to the boy. Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

9. Explain about what Al‑Baaqir was hearing when he was 7½ years old. • When 7½ years old, Al‑Baaqir heard about the many revolts and uprisings in Iraq against Benu Umayya • a+ to avenge the blood of Imam Al‑Husain.  • Al‑Baaqir discovered how much Benu Umayya loved Al-Husain • a+ That Yazid loved Al‑Baaqir deeply, but not the people of Iraq. Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

10. How was Al-Baaqir tutored? • Father, Zainul Abideen, concentrated on teaching him the Holy Quran, then its Tafseer, followed by the Hadith and Al‑Ah'kaam. • Al‑Baaqir was extremely receptive.  • He not only showed an unparalleled brilliance of mind but also the eagerness to absorb the Islamic knowledge • a+b+c+ It was not only his father who tutored him, but also great‑aunt Zainab and others in the family Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

11. Give 4 samples of the questions Al‑Baaqir was asking as a child. • Why did Muslims kill my grandfather Al‑Husain? • Were the killers really Muslims? • Why did these people put us on bare‑back camels in the desert to go to Damascus? • a+b+c+ Why did they put the heads of many people on tips of spears? Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

12. Give 4 more samples of the questions Al‑Baaqir was asking as a child. • Why is my father in seclusion? • Why are all the spies and undercover agents about my family? • a+b+ Why are we under surveillance? • b+c+ How come Yazid loves us so much? Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

13. Give 4 samples of the questions Al‑Baaqir was asking as a child. • Who is Yazid, is he truly Muslim? • a+ Why is the city of the Prophet (pbuh) destroyed by Yazid's people, are they Muslims? • a+b+ Why cannot we take a vacation in Damascus? • Does Allah love Yazid and his family? Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

14. What essentially was Al-Baaqir taught early on? • Al‑Baaqir was taught early on that he and his family were of the Prophet's lineage, • They were purified by the Almighty, • That they were the Ma'sooms, • a+b+c+ and he discerned that, they, Ahlul Bayt, were of unique status and standing. Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

15. Define the experiences Al‑Baaqir had when he was a teenager. • The politically turbulent times continued under Al‑Zubair's rulership, and Abdul Malik. • Ibn Zubair was supported in Hijaz, Yemen, Iraq, and southern Syria. • a+b+ But ibn Zubair was finally subdued. He was not a devotee of Ahlul Bayt • a+b+ But ibn Zubair was a true lover and devotee of Ahlul Bayt Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

16. What are the efforts of Zainul Abideen when Al-Baaqir was a teenager? • Zainul Abideen produced high quality scholars, • who were to teach others about true Islam, • thus to spread the word to the general public about the motive of and the principles which Imam Al‑Husain had given his life for, and • a+b+c+ at the same time uncover the offenses of Benu Umayya. Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

17. Define the experiences Al‑Baaqir had when he was a teenager. • Al‑Baaqir and his father were busy in the educational process, the discourses, which were active and dynamic. • a+ The teenager Al‑Baaqir raised so many thought‑provoking questions that people nick‑named him Al‑Baaqir. • Al-Baaqir took up arms against Benu Umayya in a revolt • Al-Baaqir preferred to be passive and non engaged Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

18. Give the meaning of the word Al‑Baaqir. • Al‑Baaqir means the one who penetrates deeply, or delves into any problem and extracts its high value, its treasure. • a+ Thus religious problems that seemed too difficult to solve by most people were easy for him to come out with good answers. • Al-Baaqir means the great writer. • Al-Baaqir means the great author of great scientific knowledge Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

19. What is the Institute of Ahlul Bayt? • The foundation for establishing the Islamic Institute or University was being laid by now, quietly, imperceptibly, without fanfare, lest the ruling classes destroy it. • The institute was at first simple, the number of students not very large, and the emphasis was always on quality. • a+b+ The scholars increased in number gradually, and the Masjid Al‑Nabawi was usually the seat for their meetings • The Institute was soon discovered and destroyed Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

20. What are the 6 ideologies hotly disputed when Al‑Baaqir was in his twenties. • the Jabriah, the Qadariyah, the Khariji, the people of Al‑Raa'y, the people of Al‑Qiyas, and the Murji'ah • the Jabriah, the Qadariyah, the Khariji, the Safawi, the Hijazi, and the Medanese • the people of Al‑Raa'y, the people of Al‑Qiyas, and the Murji'ah and the Safawi, the Hijazi, and the Medanese • the Khariji, the people of Al‑Raa'y, the people of Al‑Qiyas the Safawi, the Hijazi, and the Medanese Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

21. Name four scholars who attended the Institute of Ahlul Bayt. • Hasan Al‑Basri, Al‑Thamali, Al‑Zuhri, Ibn Tawoos, • Bukhari, Ibn Maajeh, Hasan Al‑Basri, Al‑Thamali, • Al‑Kaafi, Kumayl, Thamali, Al‑Zuhri • Abu Dawood, Al-SuddooqAl‑Thamali, Ibn Tawoos, Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

22. Give the name of the wife of Al‑Baaqir and her lineage. • His wife was Umm Farwa, • a+ She was the great-granddaughter of Khalifa Abu Bakr. • She was the great-granddaughter of Khalifa Omar. • She was the great-granddaughter of Khalifa Uthman.  Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

23. Give the name of Al‑Baaqir's first son. • In the year 83H, Al-Baaqir’s 1st son was Ja'far. • In the year 83H, Al-Baaqir’s 1st son was Al-Kadhim. • In the year 83H, Al-Baaqir’s 1st son was Al-Ridha. • In the year 83H, Al-Baaqir’s 1st son was Zaid. Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

24. Abdul Malik the Khalifa could not solve the currency crisis, whom did he consult? • Abdul Malik sent for Al‑Baaqir to take his advice. • Al‑Baaqir left Medina and after several weeks arrived at Damascus. • He was ushered in the plush palace where the Khalifa, the court officials, and ruling class were seated. • a+b+c+ It was explained that the Byzantine emperor was threatening to withdraw the dominant Byzantine currency, unless untenable concessions were made by the Muslims Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

25. Describe the points Al‑Baaqir presented to solve the currency crisis for the Ummah. • to cut off and sever dealing with the Byzantine currency, and build Muslim currency (coins) instead, • inscribe on one side La Ilaaha Illa Allah, inscribe on the other side Muhammad Rasool Allah, • stamp the edge of the coin with the date and locality, and • a+b+c+ have special scales to weigh the gold currency pieces to make sure its accurate worth. Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

26. What degree of involvement in politics did Al‑Baaqir have? • Zainul Abideen and Al‑Baaqir shunned politics completely, • yet they held to the Shari'ah viewpoint that the contemporary rulers and their administration were not valid nor were they legitimate. • a+b+ Khilaafah by now had been rendered a more mundane imperial power, no longer based on Islam. • Al‑Baaqir was completely involved in politics and instrumental. Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

27. Explain how Medina evolved to be the intellectual center. • Medina evolved as a university-like town, • Students, became scholars after completing their studies and returned home to educate the local people, the common man, • They taught by means of sermons and discourses about the genuine and pure Islam. • a+b+c+ The scholars also exposed the inequity, discrimination, and injustice of the ruling class.  Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

28. Explain about the Piety‑minded community and its far‑reaching influence. • The enormous endeavor produced a Piety‑minded community that became well entrenched, • The Piety‑minded success was astonishing and undeniable. • a+b+ It became like a government inside a government, with Al‑Baaqir's brother the one in charge of finance, collecting Zakat and Khums, to be distributed justly and in fair manner to the needy and disadvantaged. • This was eagerly done with collaboration of the government Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

29. What did Zainul Abideen give to Al‑Baaqir before he died? • Zainul Abideen gave him the trust of the Corpus of Knowledge that came from Ali down to each Imam. • Zainul Abideen gave him the Holy Quran. • Zainul Abideen gave him the Saheefa Al-Sajjadiya • Zainul Abideen gave him his will.  Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

30. How old was Al‑Baaqir when Zainul Abideen died? • 25 Years old • 38 Years old • 48 Years old • 55 Years old Questions, Al-Baaqir, Up to his Imamah

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