It is stated in the
books of traditions that wherever the Ayah “Ya Ayyuhal Lazeena Amaoo” is
mentioned, its primary addressee is the Commander of the Faithful Imam Ali
(a.s.). However, in the following cases, the Pure Progeny of the Noble
Messenger (s.a.w.a.s.) is mentioned to exhibit their unique distinction and
superiority in the Glorious Qur’an.
Surah al-Ah’zab Ayah 33,
which states “O People of the House, Allah intends to keep away (all kinds of)
uncleanness from you and purify you thoroughly.”
Surah al-Imran Ayah
61, which says “If anyone disputes after knowledge has come to you, say, “Let
each one of us bring our children (Abna), women (Nisa) and selves (Anfusana)
and pray to Allah to condemn (curse) the liars among us.” It was customary
at that time when people continue to argue without any result, they call for
“Mubahelah” and invite the curse of Allah on the liars and truth would
establish instantly. It is worth mentioning here that the Noble Messenger (s.a.w.a.s.) took his grandchildren; young Imam
Hasan (a.s.) and Imam Husayn (a.s.) as his sons, and the Arabic plural noun (allowing
three or more) “Women” used in the Ayah but he (s.a.w.a.s.) took only his
daughter Sayyida Fatima Zahra (s.a.) and lastly the plural “Anfusana” (more
than three men) was used but he (s.a.w.a.s.) took Imam Ali (a.s.) as his soul!
The doors of the houses of companions and Ahl-al Bayt used
to open inside the Mosque of the Noble Messenger (s.a.w.a.s.). He (s.a.w.a.s.) ordered
that all the doors, except that of Imam Ali (a.s.), should be closed. His uncle
Abbas bin Abdul Muttalib complained about it. The Noble Messenger (s.a.w.a.s.) replied, “I did not keep Ali’s door
open by my wish nor closed your
door. Allah kept his door open and your door closed.” The Noble Messenger (s.a.w.a.s.) wanted to give the practical
demonstration of his Tradition; “O Ali, you have the same relation with me as
Haroon had with Musa” Surah Younus Ayah 87, which says, “We sent revelation to
Musa and his brother (Harun) to build houses for their people in the Pharaoh’s
town and that therein they should pray and that Musa should give the glad news
of (Allah’s mercy) to the faithful ones.”
Surah al-Isra’ Ayah
26, which says, “Give the relatives (of the Noble Messenger) the destitute, and
those who when on journey have become
needy, their dues.” The Noble Messenger (s.a.w.a.s.) called for Sayyida
Fatima Zahra (s.a.) and said, “I am giving this Fadak to you as ordered by
Allah as this is my property and no horses or camels of Muslims were used to
acquire it. It is for you and your progeny.”
Surah al-Shura’ Ayah
23, which says, “(Muhammad), say, “I do not ask you for any compensation for my
preaching to you except (your) love of (my near) relatives. Whoever achieve
virtue will have its merits increased. Allah is All-forgiving and
Appreciating.”
Surah al-Ahza’b Ayah
56, which says, “Allah purifies and adorns the Prophet, and His angels praise
him. O believers, pray for the Prophet (acknowledging his possessing divine
authority) and greet him (as your guardian and the Messenger of Allah) with, the greeting of peace
submissively.” When the companions inquired as to how they should greet, he (s.a.w.a.s.) replied, say, “Allahuuma
Salle Ala Muhammadin Wa AleMuhammadan Kama Sallayta Ala Ibrahim Wa Ala Ale
Ibrahima Innaka Hameedun Majeed.” Yaseen
is one of the names of the Noble Messenger (s.a.w.a.s.) as mentioned in Surah
al-Yaseen. Surah al-Saffat Ayah 130, which says,” Peace be with Ale Yaseen
(Muhammad and his family).”
Surah al-Anfal Ayah
41 says, “Know that whatever property you may gain, one-fifth belongs to Allah,
the Messenger, the relatives (Qurba),
orphans, the needy and those who need money while on a journey.” Allah has
kept the “Khums” for Himself, His Messenger and at the third place it is the
relatives (Ahl al-Bayt). As for the others; orphans once they attain puberty,
they are not entitled to the Khums, the needy as soon as he becomes self-sufficient,
he is no more entitled to Khums, lastly when the traveler reaches his
destination, his entitlement of Khums ceases. While the share of Ahl-al Bayt in
Khums remains forever.
Surah al-Nahl Ayah
43, which says, “Every Messenger who We sent before you were men whom We had
sent with revelations, ask the people of al-Zikr (those who possess divine
knowledge) if you do not know about this.” Here Zikr means the Noble
Messenger (s.a.w.a.s.) and ahl-alZikr means the Ahl-al-Bayt. Surah al-Talaq Ayah 10, which says, “People
of understanding and believers, have fear of Allah. Allah has certainly sent
you a reminder.”
Source:
Ayuoon al-Akhbar by Sheikh Sadooq (r.a.)
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