The Martyr for Mankind

The Martyr for Mankind

Imam Ḥusayn (ʿa, an honorific meaning ʿalayhi al-salām — peace be upon him) is not only the savior of Islam but the martyr for all humanity. The Martyr for Mankind explores how his stand at Karbalāʾ — the field of sacrifice and truth (ḥaqq) — became a universal lesson in faith, justice (ʿadl), and reform (iṣlāḥ, moral rectification). Through his blood, the moral conscience of humanity was revived, and the path of truth illuminated for generations to come. About the Book Published by the World Organization for Islamic Services, The Martyr for Mankind presents a deeply reflective study of the life, mission, and martyrdom of Imam Ḥusayn ibn ʿAlī (ʿa), the beloved grandson of Prophet Muḥammad (peace be upon him and his Family). Drawing from Qurʾānic insight, ḥadīth (prophetic tradition), and classical Islamic scholarship, the author portrays how the Imam’s sacrifice transcends time and culture — representing a divine stand for moral integrity, freedom, and human dignity. The book situates Karbalāʾ within the broader mission of the Ahl al-Bayt (ʿa, the Prophet’s Household), emphasizing that Imam Ḥasan’s (ʿa) peace and Imam Ḥusayn’s (ʿa) martyrdom are two complementary dimensions of one spiritual truth. Written in accessible and eloquent English, this work invites readers to view Imam Ḥusayn’s (ʿa) message as a call to conscience for all mankind. What You Will Discover

• The universal message of Imam Ḥusayn’s (ʿa) stand at Karbalāʾ.
• The moral principles of truth (ḥaqq), justice (ʿadl), and reform (iṣlāḥ) as the foundation of his mission.
• The spiritual harmony between Imam Ḥasan’s (ʿa) peace and Imam Ḥusayn’s (ʿa) sacrifice.
• How the Imam’s martyrdom awakened human conscience beyond sect, culture, or era.
• Why Imam Ḥusayn (ʿa) is remembered as “the martyr for mankind” — the embodiment of divine mercy and truth.

About the Author The World Organization for Islamic Services is a Shīʿī publishing and research institution based in Tehran devoted to preserving and disseminating authentic Islamic knowledge. Through titles such as The Martyr for Mankind, it seeks to present the message of Imam Ḥusayn (ʿa) as a timeless source of inspiration — uniting faith, reason, and compassion under the light of divine justice. Who Is This Book For? This book is for students, educators, and readers of all backgrounds who wish to understand why Imam Ḥusayn’s (ʿa) martyrdom transcends religion and time, standing as a universal symbol of moral courage, truth, and humanity.