In Search of the Spring of Kawthar: Khadija, Fatima, and Zaynab: The Women Who Shaped Islam

Occasion for presenting this book:

5 Jumādā al-Ūlā: The Birth of Lady Zaynab al-Kubrā (peace be upon her) (5 AH)

Book Bibliographic Details:

Author: Ayatollah Husayn Ansariyan

Publisher: ‎ Hodhod

Length: 80 Pages

Language: English

ISBN: 979-8345509807

Publication date: 4 Nov. 2024

About the Author:

The author of this collection is Ayatollah Husayn Ansariyan, a prominent Shia scholar, theologian, and ethics teacher, renowned for his profound and accessible lectures on Islamic spirituality, jurisprudence, and history. With a deep commitment to conveying the authentic teachings of the Qur’an and the Prophet’s household (Ahl al-Bayt), Ayatollah Ansariyan has educated countless students and published numerous works on a wide array of Islamic topics, including mysticism, morality, and the lives of key historical figures. His approach synthesises scholarly rigor with practical spiritual guidance, making him one of the most respected contemporary voices in the field of Islamic studies.

About the Book:

In Search of the Spring of Kawthar: Khadija, Fatima, and Zaynab: The Women Who Shaped Islam offers an illuminating look into the lives of three pivotal female figures in early Islamic history: Khadija bint Khuwaylid, the Prophet Muhammad’s wife and the first convert to Islam; Fatima al-Zahra, his daughter and a spiritual archetype within the faith; and Zaynab bint Ali, his granddaughter and a heroic figure in the aftermath of the Battle of Karbala. The book, a compilation of lectures, explores their exceptional character, unwavering faith, and the immense, enduring influence they exerted on the development, preservation, and spiritual understanding of Islam, presenting them as essential role models whose courage, devotion, and wisdom profoundly shaped the trajectory of the Muslim world.

Where to find it:

You can find the book at one of the online bookstores below:

• Hodhod Press
• al-Burāq Publications
• Amazon