40 sayings of Holy Prophet (S) about Fatima Zahra (A)

Salaam Abbas,

"But whoever disputes with you in this matter after what has come to you of knowledge, then say: Come, let us call our sons and your sons, and our women and your women, and our near people (ourselves) and your near people (yourselves), then let us be earnest in prayer, and pray for the curse of Allah on
the liars.” (Chapter 3, v. 61)

In the ninth year of Hijra, a Christian delegation came to Prophet Muhammad seeking clarification about the status of Prophet Jesus. They refused to accept the Prophet’s position that Jesus was not the “Son of God.” Allah revealed the above verse. The Prophet took Fatima to represent all the believing women. He also took Ali, Hasan, and Husayn.

“Allah only desires to keep away the uncleanliness from you, O people of the house, and to purify you a (thorough) purification.” (Chapter 33, v. 33)

The circumstances of the revelation of this verse are documented in the famous Hadithe-Kisa referenced above. Briefly, the Prophet, Ali, Fatima, Hasan, and Husayn (peace be upon them) were assembled under the prophet’s blanket in the house of Fatima. Allah sent Angel Gabriel with this verse, testifying to the purity of these exalted personalities.

“Say: I do not ask of you any reward for it (my toils), but love for (my) near relatives …” (Chapter 42, v. 23)

It has been agreed by all schools of Islam that the individuals referred to here as “relatives” or kin (Qurbaa in Arabic), were none other than Fatima, Ali, Hasan, and Husayn (peace be upon them). Showing love and affection to these individuals is commanded by Allah.

“And they give food out of love for Him, to the poor and the orphan and the captive.” (Chapter 76, v. 8)

Chapter 76 of the Qur’an was revealed in praise of Fatima, Ali, Hasan, and Husayn. They had made a vow to fast for three days in a row. At iftaar time, each evening a needy person knocked at their door asking for food. They gave away what little food they had for themselves to the needy and broke the fast with water only. They endured three days of hunger for the sake of Allah. Allah was so pleased with them that the entire Chapter 76 was revealed to honor them.

taken from : Fatima Zahra (as), Daughter of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) by Syed H Akhtar