Preface

Generally, it is believed that the sufferings of Ameerul Momineen (a.s.) commenced after the martyrdom of Holy Prophet (s.a.w.a.) and after his passing away from this world. But, if we look through the pages of history, we will see that no doubt the sufferings of Ameerul Momineen (a.s.) intensified after the Holy Prophet (s.a.w.a.) but his sorrows, sufferings and the prejudice of the people for him started soon after the proclamation of the Prophethood¹ of Holy Prophet (s.a.w.a.) and continued till the final days of his blessed life in this mortal world.

We have divided this discussion on his sufferings into six sections. The troubles which he faced:

1. During the Life of Holy Prophet (s.a.w.a.).

2. Immediately after the martyrdom of Holy Prophet (s.a.w.a.).

3. During the period of three caliphs.

4. During the period of his own caliphate.

5. General or common instances of his sufferings.

6. Few sermons and traditions from Ameerul Momineen (a.s.) himself, describing his own tribulations and sufferings.

Footnotes

1. Be’sat ↩