Husayn (as) the Sacrifice for Mankind

Husayn (as) the Sacrifice for Mankind

Imam Ḥusayn (ʿa, an honorific meaning ʿalayhi al-salām — peace be upon him) became the sacrifice that renewed the spiritual life of humanity. Husayn (as) the Sacrifice for Mankind portrays his martyrdom at Karbalāʾ as the ultimate act of devotion — an offering of truth (ḥaqq), justice (ʿadl), and reform (iṣlāḥ, moral rectification) that continues to inspire hearts across time and culture.

About the Book

Published by the World Organization for Islamic Services, Husayn (as) the Sacrifice for Mankind offers a reflective and eloquent account of the moral and spiritual dimensions of Imam Ḥusayn ibn ʿAlī’s (ʿa) stand on ʿĀshūrāʾ (the tenth day of Muḥarram). Drawing upon Qurʾānic insight, ḥadīth (prophetic tradition), and classical Islamic sources, the book explains how his sacrifice was not a loss but a divine triumph — a preservation of faith (īmān), integrity, and human dignity. The author situates this event within the prophetic mission of the Ahl al-Bayt (ʿa, the Prophet’s Household), emphasizing that Imam Ḥasan’s (ʿa) peace and Imam Ḥusayn’s (ʿa) martyrdom were two manifestations of one divine truth. Written in accessible yet profound language, this work helps readers grasp how Karbalāʾ became the heart of Islam’s moral and spiritual renewal.

What You Will Discover

• The spiritual meaning of Imam Ḥusayn’s (ʿa) sacrifice as an offering for all humankind.
• The Qurʾānic and ḥadīth-based vision of truth (ḥaqq), justice (ʿadl), and reform (iṣlāḥ).
• The unity of purpose between Imam Ḥasan’s (ʿa) peace and Imam Ḥusayn’s (ʿa) martyrdom.
• The moral and theological lessons of ʿĀshūrāʾ for personal and communal renewal.
• How Imam Ḥusayn’s (ʿa) blood symbolizes faith, mercy, and divine purpose for all humanity.

About the Author

The World Organization for Islamic Services is a Shīʿī publishing and research institution based in Tehran, dedicated to presenting authentic Islamic works on theology, history, and spirituality. Through titles such as Husayn (as) the Sacrifice for Mankind, it seeks to illuminate the universal message of Imam Ḥusayn (ʿa) — a message of faith, compassion, and justice that unites believers in the pursuit of moral truth.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is for students, teachers, and readers of all backgrounds who wish to understand the universal and redemptive message of Imam Ḥusayn’s (ʿa) sacrifice — a story of faith, justice, and love that transcends time and culture.