Abul Haris Sher Ka Karbala Me Aana | Karbala Ka Waqia | Abu al Haris | Raja Sarfaraz Tv

Summary

This video narrates the fascinating story of a lion named Abu al-Harith, who was raised by Imam Hussain (A.S.). The lion was entrusted to Imam Ali (A.S.) by a lioness, who sought protection for her cub. Imam Hussain nurtured the lion, and it grew attached to him. On the 10th of Muharram in Karbala, Abu al-Harith, summoned by Lady Fizza, protected Imam Hussain's body from desecration by Yazid's army. The lion's presence prevented the enemy's horses from trampling on the holy body, safeguarding it from harm.

Takeaways

• 🦁 Imam Hussain (AS) raised a lion named Abu al-Harith from a young age, given to him by a lioness that trusted him to care for her cub after its father passed.
• 🦁 The lioness approached Imam Ali (AS) with her cub, asking for it to be cared for in a safe environment, and Imam Ali (AS) entrusted the cub to his son, Imam Hussain (AS).
• 🦁 Abu al-Harith developed a deep bond with Imam Hussain (AS) and followed him everywhere, growing up under his care and protection.
• 🦁 As Abu al-Harith grew older, people began to fear the lion due to its size and strength, leading to Imam Ali (AS) instructing Imam Hussain (AS) to release the lion into the wild.
• 🦁 Imam Hussain (AS) was emotional about releasing Abu al-Harith but promised the lion that they would meet again on the 10th of Muharram during the Battle of Karbala.
• 🦁 On the day of Ashura (10th Muharram), Abu al-Harith was summoned to Karbala by Lady Fizza after the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (AS) to protect his body from desecration.
• 🦁 Abu al-Harith reached Karbala and stood guard over the body of Imam Hussain (AS), preventing Yazid’s forces from trampling it with horses as ordered by Umar ibn Sa'd.
• 🦁 The lion was so fierce that horses became uncontrollable and soldiers dared not approach Imam Hussain’s body, saving it from further harm.
• 🦁 Lady Fizza had a special role in calling upon Abu al-Harith during the critical moment to protect the body of Imam Hussain (AS).
• 🦁 Abu al-Harith marked his forehead with the blood of Imam Hussain (AS) as a sign of loyalty and protection, ensuring that no harm came to the martyr's body while the lion stood guard.

Q & A

Who was Abu al-Haris, and how did he come into the care of Imam Hussain (AS)?

Abu al-Haris was a lion cub whose mother entrusted him to Imam Ali (AS), asking him to ensure the cub's safety and upbringing after its father had died. Imam Ali (AS) gave the cub to his son, Imam Hussain (AS), as he believed no one else could nurture the orphaned lion better than him.

What was the relationship between Imam Hussain (AS) and Abu al-Haris as the lion grew up?

Abu al-Haris grew up closely with Imam Hussain (AS), forming a deep bond with him. The lion stayed with Imam Hussain (AS) at all times and developed strong affection and loyalty toward him.

Why did Imam Ali (AS) and others express concerns about Abu al-Haris as he grew older?

As Abu al-Haris grew into a full-grown lion, people, including those in Imam Ali's (AS) community, expressed fear that the lion might pose a danger due to its size and strength.

How did Imam Hussain (AS) react when told to release Abu al-Haris?

Imam Hussain (AS) was saddened when told to release Abu al-Haris, but he agreed, respecting his father Imam Ali's (AS) decision. He promised to set the lion free the next day, showing deep emotional attachment to the lion.

What arrangement did Imam Hussain (AS) make with Abu al-Haris before releasing him?

Before releasing Abu al-Haris, Imam Hussain (AS) told him that they would meet again on the 10th of Muharram in the year 61 AH in Karbala, following a signal given by either his brother Abbas or their mother, Lady Fizza.

How did Abu al-Haris respond to Imam Hussain's (AS) instructions to leave for Iraq?

Abu al-Haris agreed to leave for Iraq after Imam Hussain (AS) instructed him to go to the jungle of Nineveh, where the previous lion king had died, allowing Abu al-Haris to become the new king of the jungle.

What role did Abu al-Haris play after the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (AS) in Karbala?

After Imam Hussain (AS) was martyred, Abu al-Haris returned to protect his body from desecration. When the forces of Yazid attempted to trample Imam Hussain's (AS) body with their horses, the lion’s presence scared the horses away, preventing them from harming the body.

How was Abu al-Haris called to Karbala on the 10th of Muharram?

Abu al-Haris was summoned to Karbala by Lady Fizza, as promised by Imam Hussain (AS). Upon hearing her call, the lion arrived quickly to the battlefield and sat near the body of Imam Hussain (AS).

What did Abu al-Haris do when he reached the body of Imam Hussain (AS)?

Upon reaching Imam Hussain's (AS) body, Abu al-Haris colored his forehead with the martyr's blood as a mark of loyalty and respect, while guarding the body from the enemies who attempted to desecrate it.

How did the forces of Yazid react when they saw Abu al-Haris in Karbala?

The forces of Yazid were terrified by the sight of Abu al-Haris guarding Imam Hussain's (AS) body. The horses became uncontrollable, and the soldiers fled, preventing them from carrying out their orders to trample the body.