Historical Background (With Years)

Event of Karbala

• Year: 61 AH / 680 AD

• Date: 10th Muharram (Ashura)

On the day of Ashura:

• Imam Hussain (رضي الله عنه) and his companions were martyred

• Women and children were left alone

• Sayyida Zainab (رضي الله عنها) took leadership of the survivors

From Takht-e-Zainab, she observed the battlefield and later ensured that the truth of Karbala reached the world.

Post-Karbala Period

• 680 AD onwards

After Ashura:

• She protected Imam Zain-ul-Abidin (رضي الله عنه)

• She delivered historic sermons in Kufa and Damascus

• She transformed tragedy into eternal resistance against oppression

Takht-e-Zainab thus symbolizes strength, patience, and leadership of a Muslim woman.

History of Takht-e-Zainab as a Site

• 7th Century: Place remembered orally by pilgrims

• Medieval Period: Marked as a ziyarat point

• Safavid Era (16th century): Structural identification

• Modern Era: Renovated and preserved as part of Karbala’s sacred sites

Today, it is visited by millions during Ashura and Arbaeen.

Miracles of Takht-e-Zainab (رضي الله عنها)

Believers narrate many spiritual experiences at this site, always believing that miracles happen only by Allah’s will.

Reported Spiritual Miracles

• Acceptance of heartfelt duas

• Strength during grief and hardship

• Inner peace and courage

• Relief from fear, sadness, and depression

• Renewed faith, especially for women facing trials

Takht-e-Zainab is often associated with sabr (patience) and himmah (strength).

Duas Recited at Takht-e-Zainab

1. Dua for Patience (Sabr)

Inspired by the unmatched patience of Sayyida Zainab (رضي الله عنها).

2. Dua for Protection of Family

Especially recited by mothers and sisters.

3. Zikr & Salawat

Sending peace upon the Prophet ﷺ and his family.

4. Dua for Courage & Truth

To speak truth even in the face of oppression, as Zainab (رضي الله عنها) did.

Spiritual Lessons from Takht-e-Zainab

• Women are pillars of Islamic strength

• Silence in injustice is not an option

• Faith gives courage even in tragedy

• Truth survives through righteous voices

• Patience is power, not weakness

Takht-e-Zainab Today

• Location: Karbala, Iraq

• Nearby Sites:

  • Shrine of Imam Hussain (رضي الله عنه)

  • Shrine of Hazrat Abbas (رضي الله عنه)

Major Ziyarat Days

• Ashura (10 Muharram)

• Arbaeen (20 Safar)

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• Symbol of female leadership in Islam

• One of the most emotional ziyarat points

• Strong connection to Ahl-e-Bait

• Source of inspiration for Islamic activism

Conclusion

Takht-e-Zainab (رضي الله عنها) is not merely a physical place—it is a message. A message that Islam is protected not only by swords, but by truthful words, courage, and patience. Sayyida Zainab (رضي الله عنها) proved that standing firm after loss is the greatest victory.

Visiting or remembering Takht-e-Zainab renews faith and reminds us that truth always finds a voice.