Hasan Ibn Ali (R.A)

Question 1

Who were the parents of Hasan Ibn Ali (RA), and when was he born?

Answer 1

• Hasan Ibn Ali (RA) was the first son of Hazrat Fatima (RA) and Hazrat Ali (RA). He was born in Medina in 3 AH / 625 AD.

Question 2

Who named Hasan Ibn Ali (RA), and what special actions of the Prophet (pbuh) demonstrate his love for him?

Answer 2

• The Holy Prophet (pbuh) himself named Hasan. The Prophet (pbuh) allowed Hasan and his brother to climb on his back during prostration and interrupted his sermon to pick him up when he tripped over.
• This showed the Prophet (pbuh) ‘s deep love and pride for his grandchildren.

Question 3

What did the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) pray for Hasan Ibn Ali (RA)?

Answer 3

The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) prayed, “O Allah! I love him, so I beg you to love him.”

Question 4

What role did Hasan (RA) and Husayn (RA) play during the siege of Hazrat Usman (RA)?

Answer 4

Hasan (RA) and Husayn (RA) were sent by their father, Hazrat Ali (RA), to bring water to Hazrat Usman (RA) during the siege by his opponents, before his assassination in 35 AH / 656 AD.

Question 5

During the caliphate of Hazrat Ali (RA), what mission did he assign to Hasan (RA) in the struggle against Talha, Zubair, and Hazrat Aisha (RA)?

Answer 5

During Hazrat Ali’s (RA) caliphate, Hasan (RA) was sent to Kufa to seek reinforcement during the struggle with Talha, Zubair, and Hazrat Aisha (RA).

Question 6

Which battle did Hasan (RA) participate in alongside his father, Hazrat Ali (RA)?

Answer 6

Hasan (RA) was among his father’s forces in the Battle of Siffin.

Question 7

What happened after the assassination of Hazrat Ali (RA) in 40 AH / 661 AD, regarding Hasan (RA)?

Answer 7

• After Hazrat Ali’s (RA) assassination, his supporters proclaimed Hasan (RA) as the Caliph.
• However, Muawiya, the Governor of Syria, opposed this and moved forces against Hasan (RA).

Question 8

Why did Hasan (RA) renounce the caliphate, and what were the circumstances surrounding this decision?

Answer 8

• Hasan (RA) renounced the caliphate due to hesitance to fight fellow Muslims and weakening support as his forces began deserting to Muawiya’s side.
• This led to him giving up the caliphate after less than a year in office.

Question 9

Where did Hasan (RA) settle after renouncing the caliphate, and what is noted about his death?

Answer 9

Hasan (RA) settled in Medina and died around 50 AH / 670 AD. Many sources claim he was poisoned by Jauda, one of his wives, who was allegedly enticed by promises from Muawiya.

Question 10

How do Shi’i Muslims view Hasan Ibn Ali (RA), and what attributes do they believe he possessed?

Answer 10

• Shi’i Muslims regard Hasan Ibn Ali (RA) as the second Imam after Hazrat Ali Ibn e Abi Talib (RA).
• They believe he was sinless, perfect in his actions, and attribute miracles to him.