- PM Shehbaz says Ashura gives us the great lesson of patience, sacrifice, and standing firm on principles
- President Zardari calls on the nation to follow the path of Imam Hussain (RA) and not only reform itself but also base the governance system, social attitudes, and national priorities on it
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari urged the nation to take guidance from the life and character of Imam Hussain (RA) to overcome internal and external challenges and keep Pakistan on the path of peace, unity and progress as the Muslims will solemnly commemorate the eternal martyrdom of the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (SAWW) and the revered family Ahle Bayt on Youm-e-Ashura on Sunday (tomorrow).
In a message on the occasion of Ashura 1447 AH, PM Shehbaz said, Ashura is a profound and instructive day in the history of Islam, which gives us the great lesson of patience, sacrifice, and standing firm on principles. This day will continue to illuminate the conscience of humanity till the Day of Judgment.
The battle that took place on the battlefield of Karbala on the 10th of Muharram Al-Haram is not an ordinary battle, but an eternal message for the entire world, he remarked.
He said, “The grandson of the Prophet, Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), along with his family and devoted companions, sacrificed their lives for the sake of truth, justice, and religion but did not bow down to falsehood.”
This great sacrifice of his reminds us that protecting principles and standing firm on the truth requires great courage and unwavering faith. The martyrdom of Imam Hussain (RA) makes it clear as day that the true spirit of Islam lies in human dignity, justice, mercy, principledness and freedom,” he asserted.
The prime minister said, The Karbala tragedy teaches us that although the path of truth is difficult, it is the path that leads to the pleasure of Allah Almighty, satisfaction of hearts, and eternal welfare. The message of the Supreme Imam is not limited to his time but is a universal message, which even today convinces us that a Muslim stands for the truth, supports the oppressed, and supports justice in all circumstances.
He said, Today, when our nation is facing many challenges. Be it the economy, society or national unity, we need to take guidance from the life of Imam Hussain (RA) more than ever. We have to adopt qualities such as honesty, tolerance, patience, sacrifice, and principledness in our national life. From individual attitudes to state policies, if we chart our course in the light of Karbala, Pakistan can become a welfare, just and self-reliant state that not only represents the aspirations of its people but also sets an example for the world, he remarked.
He said, The great sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) is the mutual asset of the entire Muslim Ummah. We should make this sacred message a source of unity and make our society a cradle of love, tolerance, and goodwill. He said, Today, on the Day of Ashura, let us pledge that we will make truth and honesty our motto in our lives. We will raise our voice against oppression and try to give our homeland the same peace, justice, and dignity that is reflected in the bright character of Sayyiduna Imam Hussain (RA). I pray that Allah Almighty keeps Pakistan on the path of peace, unity, and progress and protects Pakistan from internal and external tribulations and grants it stability and gives us the knowledge and wisdom with which we can move towards a bright and dignified future… Amen, concluded.
President asks nation to follow path of Imam Hussain (RA)
Meanwhile, in a separate message, President Asif Ali Zardari called upon the nation to follow the path of Imam Hussain (RA) and not only reform itself but also base the governance system, social attitudes, and national priorities on honesty, decency, and public welfare.
In a message to the nation on the occasion of Ashura Day 1447 AH, he said, “The Day of Ashura is a bright and immortal chapter in Islamic history, which gives us a message of sacrifice, truthfulness, and sincere determination.”
He said, “This day reminds us of the great martyrdom of the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), and his devoted companions. This day is a symbol of an eternal struggle against falsehood.”
“This day is not only an unparalleled story of sacrifice, loyalty, and patience, but also a bright light that shows the path of truth and righteousness in the darkness of every era. The martyrdom of the Supreme Imam was not the result of any political or temporal expediency, but it was a divine mission based on truthfulness, justice, and the pleasure of God,” he explained.
He said, “Not only was a war fought on the land of Karbala, but there was a test of conscience, character, and the true spirit of religion. Imam Hussain (RA) and his companions, by accepting the severity of hunger, thirst, and death, gave a lesson to the history of humanity that time can never forget.”
“Their message is still alive today, and it is a profound message of standing firm on principles, not bowing down to oppression and coercion, and making every sacrifice for the sake of truth,” he continued.
The President said, “Today, if we consider the challenges facing our country, we will feel that we as a nation are in dire need of the Hussaini character. We have to follow the path of Imam Hussain (RA) and not only reform ourselves but also base our governance system, social attitudes, and national priorities on honesty, decency, and public welfare.”
“We have to pledge today that we will make Pakistan a manifestation of Imam Hussain (RA)’s message of freedom and justice and promote brotherhood, love, tolerance, and national unity,” he added.
He said, “I pray to Allah Almighty to grant us the ability to follow the path of Imam Hussain (RA). May Allah instill in our hearts the spirit of faith, courage, piety, patience, and sacrifice and make our country, Pakistan, a cradle of stability, prosperity, and mutual love. Amen.”
