Imam Hasan (as) - Life and Biography

Imam Hasan (as)

• Born in Medina on the 15th of Ramadhan, 3 years after Hijrah, as the eldest son of his parents.
• His mother, Lady Fatimah (as), brought him to the Holy Prophet (saww) on the seventh day, wrapped in a silken shawl from Heaven.
• Named Hasan (as) by the Holy Prophet (saww) on Allah's command, and recited the Adhaan in his right ear and the Iqamah in his left ear.
• A ram was sacrificed for him in the ceremony of aqiqa.

Early Life and Upbringing

• Spent the first seven years of his life in the company of the Holy Prophet (saww).
• The Holy Prophet (saww) showed great love to Imam Hasan (as) and his younger brother, Imam Husayn (as).
• The Holy Prophet (saww) used to refer to Hasan (as) and Husayn (as) as his sons.

The Holy Prophet's (saww) Statements

• "Hasan and Husayn are the leaders of the youths of paradise"
• "Hasan and Husayn are the decoration of heaven"
• "Hasan and Husayn are Imams whether they sit or rise"

Life After the Holy Prophet's (saww) Passing

• Spent 7 years with his grandfather, 30 years with his father, Imam Ali (as), and 10 years in his Imamah.
• Was martyred at the age of 47 years, on the 7th of Safar (or 28th of Safar), 50 A.H.

Training and Character

• Received training from his parents under the blessed shadow of the Holy Prophet (saww).
• Looked like his grandfather, in looks and in manners.
• Was known for his humility and simplicity, despite being wealthy.

Life in Madina

• Spent 30 years in Madina with his father, Imam Ali (as), and younger brother, Imam Husayn (as).
• The city of Madina prospered during this period, with conquests of many lands.
• His father, Imam Ali (as), and family did not take part in these conquests, instead focusing on teaching and preparing the Muslims for harder times ahead.

The Trust

• Imam Ali (as) and his family formed a Trust to manage the wealth gained from conquests.
• The Trust was used to help those who did not have much to gain from this prosperity, providing them with a decent life.
• Imam Hasan (as) and his brother, Imam Husayn (as), were the Trustees of this holy trust, along with senior companions of the Holy Prophet.

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