Descendants of Hasan ibn Ali (May Allah be pleased with them)
The descendants of Hasan ibn Ali include:
- Hasan
- Zayd
- Talha
- Al-Qasim
- Abu Bakr
- Abdullah
- Amr
- Abdul Rahman
- Husayn
- Muhammad
- Ya’qub
- Ismail
His wives also numbered seven:
- Khawla Al-Fazzaziyah
- Ja’dah bint Al-Asht’ath
- Aisha Al-Khath’amiyah
- Umm Ishaq bint Talhah ibn Ubaidullah Al-Tamimi
- Umm Bashir bint Abu Mas’ud Al-Ansari
- Hind bint Abdul Rahman bint Abu Bakr
- Umm Abdullah bint Abdullah Al-Bajali
Hasan ibn Ali and the Noble House
Hasan ibn Ali (May Allah be pleased with him) was born on the fifteenth of Ramadan in the third year of the hijra. There are differing opinions regarding the year of his death; some say it was in the forty-ninth year, while others claim it was in the fiftieth or fifty-first year. He spent his early years under the nurturing care of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), and he, along with his father and mother, were greatly beloved by the Messenger of Allah. Numerous narrations illustrate this affection, including:
- The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “Whoever loves Hasan and Husayn loves me, and whoever bears animosity towards them bears animosity towards me.”
- Ibn Mas’ud reported that the Prophet (peace be upon him) would carry Hasan and Husayn on his back while people would distance themselves from them. He would say: “Leave them, for they are my treasures. Whoever loves me should love these two.”
- Al-Barra’ ibn Azib narrated that he saw Hasan ibn Ali on the shoulder of the Prophet (peace be upon him), who said, “O Allah, I love him, so love him.”
- Usamah ibn Zayd reported that the Prophet (peace be upon him) would sit me on one thigh and Hasan on the other, saying: “O Allah, have mercy on them as I have mercy on them.”
Characteristics of Hasan in Ethics and Personality
Hasan ibn Ali (May Allah be pleased with him) was known for his noble appearance and distinguished attributes. He was handsome, of light complexion with a tinge of redness, possessing striking eyes and smooth cheeks. His beard was thick, and his neck was likened to a silver pitcher. He was well-built with broad shoulders, neither tall nor short, renowned for his handsome features and curly hair. One of the blessings bestowed upon Hasan was that he resembled his grandfather, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), closely. In terms of character, he was known for his patience, humility, and leadership among his people.
Hasan’s Role in Political Life
Hasan (May Allah be pleased with him) played a significant role in uniting the Muslim community following the assassination of the Caliph Uthman ibn Affan (May Allah be pleased with him). He chose to relinquish the caliphate to Muawiyah in order to prevent bloodshed and promote unity among Muslims. May Allah be pleased with him, his father, and may blessings be upon his grandfather and his honorable family.