About This Project

"The Light of Fatemeh Zahra (sa)" is a labor of love created to honor the blessed memory of Lady Fatemeh (sa), the beloved daughter of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family).

This project aims to provide a respectful, educational, and spiritually enriching resource for those seeking to learn about her extraordinary life and legacy. Through careful research, consultation with scholars, and attention to historical accuracy, we have endeavored to present information that is both authentic and accessible.

The website features a collection of verified historical accounts, scholarly interpretations, and traditional narrations about Lady Fatemeh (sa). It includes sections on her biography, family relations, teachings, and the profound impact she continues to have on Islamic spirituality and ethics.

We have made special efforts to ensure that all content respects Islamic principles regarding the representation of revered personalities, with no depictions of her blessed face or physical form. The artistic elements of this site draw inspiration from Islamic art traditions, employing symbolism and abstract representation rather than figurative imagery.

Our Mission

Our mission is to make the exemplary life and teachings of Lady Fatemeh (sa) accessible to a global audience, inspiring people of all backgrounds to reflect on her virtues of faith, knowledge, patience, generosity, and devotion to truth and justice. We hope this digital tribute will serve as a means for spiritual connection and a resource for those seeking to understand her profound place in Islamic history and spirituality.

Project Details

Launched

June 2025

Languages

English, Arabic, Persian, Urdu

Content Updates

Quarterly reviews and additions

License

Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial

Our Team & Contributors

Project Director

Dr. Ahmad Hosseini

Project Director

Islamic scholar with expertise in early Islamic history and the life of Ahlul Bayt (as).

Content Curator

Fatima Zaidi

Content Curator

Researcher specializing in women's narratives in Islamic history and literature.

Web Developer

Ali Raza

Web Developer

Full-stack developer with a passion for creating meaningful digital experiences.

Arabic Translator

Maryam Kazemi

Arabic Translator

Linguist specializing in classical Arabic texts and religious literature.

Historical Consultant

Dr. Hassan Najafi

Historical Consultant

Professor of Islamic History with focus on the early Medina period.

UX Designer

Zahra Ahmadi

UX Designer

Designer focused on creating respectful and accessible digital experiences.

Scholarly Sources & References

Primary Sources

  • Kitab al-Kafi

    Al-Kulayni, Muhammad ibn Ya'qub (d. 329 AH/940 CE)

  • Bihar al-Anwar

    Al-Majlisi, Muhammad Baqir (d. 1110 AH/1698 CE)

  • Nahj al-Balagha

    Compiled by Al-Sharif al-Radi (d. 406 AH/1015 CE)

  • Sahih al-Bukhari & Sahih Muslim

    Al-Bukhari (d. 256 AH/870 CE) & Muslim ibn al-Hajjaj (d. 261 AH/875 CE)

Contemporary Academic Works

  • The Life of Fatimah Zahra (sa)

    Baqir Sharif al-Qarashi (Translated by Jafar Daneshvari)

  • Fatima is Fatima

    Ali Shariati (Translated by Laleh Bakhtiar)

  • The Message

    Jafar Subhani (Translated by Muhammad Fazal Haq)

Digital Resources

  • Al-Islam.org

    Comprehensive digital library of Islamic resources

  • Ahlul Bayt Digital Islamic Library Project

    Collection of digitized Islamic texts

  • Islamic College Digital Repository

    Academic papers and research on Islamic history

This is a partial list of the sources consulted for this project. We have made every effort to ensure accuracy and authenticity in our presentation of historical information.

Audio & Media Credits

Gol-e-Yaas

Composition

Traditional Persian Elegy

Performed by

Mohammad Esfahani

Lyrics

Traditional, arranged by Saeed Mohammadi

Audio Engineering

Reza Ahmadi Studios, Tehran

Additional Media

Quranic Recitations

Shaykh Mahmoud Khalil Al-Husary & Shaykh Abdul Basit

Calligraphy

Original works by Hasan Moghimi & Leila Rahmani

Children's Content

Produced by Noor Kids & Muslim Kids TV

Photography

Licensed from various artists with permission

Contact Us

We welcome your feedback, questions, and suggestions about this project. If you have scholarly insights to share or would like to contribute to the ongoing development of this resource, please reach out to us.

Location

Islamic Research Foundation
Toronto, Canada

Response Time

We aim to respond within 2-3 business days

Support This Project

This project is maintained by volunteers dedicated to sharing the beautiful legacy of Lady Fatemeh (sa). Your support helps us continue developing and improving this educational resource.

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