Al-Abbas ibn Ali, also known as Abu’l-Fadhl, was born on 4th Shaʿban, 26 AH (approximately May 15, 647 AD) in Medina. He was the son of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib and Fatimah bint Hizam, also known as Umm al-Banin. Al-Abbas is widely revered for his loyalty, bravery, and unwavering dedication to his half-brother, Imam Hussain ibn Ali.

Al-Abbas was raised in the household of Imam Ali, where he received extensive training in Islamic knowledge, ethics, and combat skills. His mother, Umm al-Banin, instilled in him a deep sense of loyalty and sacrifice for the family of the Holy Prophet. Al-Abbas was known for his towering stature, strength, and unparalleled courage, earning him the title of “Qamar Bani Hashim” (the Moon of the Hashim clan).

The most significant episode of Al-Abbas’s life occurred during the Battle of Karbala on 10th Muharram, 61 AH (October 10, 680 AD). He played a crucial role as the standard-bearer and commander of Imam Hussain’s army, displaying immense bravery and selflessness. Despite facing overwhelming odds, Al-Abbas repeatedly attempted to procure water for the thirsty children and women of Imam Hussain’s camp.

Tragically, Al-Abbas was martyred in his final attempt to fetch water from the Euphrates River. His arms were severed, and he fell to the ground, calling out to Imam Hussain. His martyrdom is deeply mourned by Shia Muslims, who regard him as a symbol of loyalty, sacrifice, and unwavering devotion.

Al-Abbas’s shrine in Karbala, Iraq, is a significant pilgrimage site for Shia Muslims. His legacy continues to inspire and resonate with millions of believers worldwide.

أبو الفضل العباس بن علي، الملقب أيضًا بـ “قمر بني هاشم”، ولد في 4 شعبان، 26 هـ (حوالي 15 أيار 647 مـ) في المدينة المنورة. هو ابن الإمام علي بن أبي طالب وفاطمة بنت حزام المعروفة بأم البنين. يُعتبر العباس بن علي رمزًا للولاء والشجاعة والتفاني للإمام الحسين بن علي

نشأ العباس في بيت الإمام علي حيث تلقى تدريبًا واسعًا في المعرفة الإسلامية والأخلاق ومهارات القتال. علمته أمه، أم البنين، مفهوم الولاء والتضحية لعائلة النبي محمد (صلى الله عليه وآله). كان العباس معروفًا بطول قامته وقوته وشجاعته الفائقة، مما أكسبه لقب “قمر بني هاشم”

وقعت أهم حادثة في حياة العباس خلال معركة كربلاء في 10 محرم، 61 هـ. لعب دورًا حاسمًا كحامل اللواء وقائد جيش الإمام الحسين، وأظهر شجاعة وتفانيًا هائلين. ورغم مواجهة العدو بأعداد كبيرة، حاول العباس مرارًا وتكرارًا جلب الماء لأطفال ونساء معسكر الإمام الحسين

واستشهد العباس في محاولته الأخيرة لجلب الماء من نهر الفرات. فقد قطعت يداه وسقط على الأرض وهو ينادي الإمام الحسين. لا تزال شهادته محزنة لدى المسلمين الذين يعتبرونه رمزًا للولاء والتضحية والتفاني

ضريح العباس في كربلاء بالعراق هو موقع هام للمسلمين. يستمر إرثه في إلهام وتأثير ملايين المؤمنين في جميع أنحاء العالم

THE HOLY IMAMS’ PRAISING ABU’L-FADHL AL-ABBAS

ما قال الأئمة المعصومون بحق أبي الفضل العباس

الإمام أمير المؤمنين: “إن العباس بن علي زق العلم زقاً.”

Imam Ali the Commander of the Faithful: “Verily, al-Abbas is so knowledgeable as though he has been stuffed with knowledge.”

الإمام زين العابدين: “رحم الله العباس فلقد آثر وأبلى وفدى أخاه بنفسه حتى قطعت يداه فأبدله الله عز وجل بهما جناحين، يطير بهما مع الملائكة في الجنة كما جعل لجعفر بن أبي طالب، وإن للعباس عند الله تبارك وتعالى منزلة يغبطه بها جميع الشهداء يوم القيامة.”

Imam Ali ibn al-Hussain Zayn al-Abidin: “May Allah shower His mercy on my uncle al-Abbas, for he did show utmost altruism and sacrifice himself for his brother until his hands were cut off; so, Allah the Almighty shall replace them with two wings with which he will fly with the angels in Paradise, as same as He will do to Jafar ibn Abi-Talib. Verily, there is such a high position to be conferred on him by Allah on the Resurrection Day, due to which all martyrs will wish to have the like of it.”

الإمام الصادق: ” كان عمنا العباس بن علي نافذ البصيرة، صلب الإيمان جاهد مع أبي عبد الله وأبلى بلاءً حسناً، ومضى شهيداً.”

Imam al-Sadiq: “My uncle al-Abbas had deep insight and strong will. He shared his brother al-Hussein in the holy struggle and did his best defending him; so, he passed away as martyr.”

الإمام الصادق: “سَلاَمُ اللَّهِ وَسَلاَمُ مَلاَئِكَتِهِ الْمُقَرَّبِينَ وَأَنْبِيَائِهِ الْمُرْسَلِينَ وَعِبَادِهِ الصَالِحينَ وَجَمِيعِ الشُّهَدَاءِ وَالصِّدِّيقينَ وَالزَّاكِيَاتُ الطَّيِّبَاتُ فِيمَا تَغْتَدِي وَتَرُوحُ عَلَيْكَ يَا بْنَ أَمِيرِ الْمُؤْمِنِينَ.

أَشْهَدُ لَكَ بِالتَّسْلِيمِ وَالتَّصْدِيقِ وَالْوَفَاءِ وَالنَّصِيحَةِ لِخَلَفِ النَّبِيِّ صَلَّىٰ اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَآلِهِ الْمُرْسَلِ وَالسِّبْطِ الْمُنْتَجَبِ وَالدَّلِيلِ الْعَالِمِ وَالْوَصِيِّ الْمُبَلِّغِ وَالْمَظْلُومِ الْمُهْتَضَمِ

فَجَزَاكَ اللَّهُ عَنْ رَسُولِهِ وَعَنْ أَمِيرِ الْمُؤْمِنِينَ وَعَنِ الْحَسَنِ وَالْحُسَيْنِ صَلَوَاتُ اللَّهِ عَلَيْهِمْ أَفْضَلَ الْجَزَاءِ بِمَا صَبَرْتَ وَاحْتَسَبْتَ وَأَعَنْتَ فَنِعْمَ عُقْبَىٰ الدَّارِ.”

Imam al-Sadiq: “Peace of Allah and peace of His favorite angels, His commissioned prophets, His righteous servants, all the martyrs, and all the veracious (ones), and also pure, true blessings that come and go, be upon you, O son of the Commander of the Faithful.

I testify to you of submission (to the will of God), honest acceptance as true, loyalty, and sincerity to the descendant of the commissioned Prophet, Allah’s blessings be upon him and his Household, the chosen grandson (of the Prophet), the well knowledgeable guide (to the true religion), the conveying successor, and the wrongfully oppressed one.

May Allah reward you on behalf of His Messenger, on behalf of the Commander of the Faithful, and on behalf of al-Hasan and al-Hussein with the best of rewarding that befits your steadfastness, reliance (on Allah), and assistance. How excellent the final home is!”

الإمام المهدي: “السلام على العباس بن علي بن أمير المؤمنين المواسي أخاه بنفسه، الآخذ لغده من أمسه، الفادي له، الواقي له، الساعي إليه بمائه، المقطوعة يداه، لعن الله قاتليه يزيد بن وقاد الجهني وحكيم بن الطفيل الطائي.”

Imam al-Mahdi: “Peace be upon Abu’l-Fadhl al-Abbas the son of the leader of the faithful. He sacrificed himself for his brother, took provisions from his past for his future, gave his life for his brother, protected him, and hurried to bring water to him. So, his hands were cut off for this sake. May Allah curse those who killed him; Yazid ibn al-Raqqad and Hukaym ibn al-Tufayl al-Ta’i.