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FATIMA

Fatima az-Zahra, also known as Fatima al-Zahra’. She holds a significant place in Islamic history and is revered by many. Here are the key details:

1. Fatima az-Zahra:

   • Birth: Fatima bint Muhammad (605/15–632 CE) was the youngest daughter of the Islamic prophet Muhammad and his wife Khadija.

   • Marriage: She married Ali, who later became the fourth Rashidun Caliph and the first Shia Imam.

   • Children: Fatima had two sons, Hasan and Husayn, who became the second and third Shia Imams, respectively.

   • Comparison to Mary: In Shia Islam, Fatima is often compared to Mary, the mother of Jesus.

   • Significance: Muhammad regarded her as the best of women and held her dear.

   • Legacy: Through Fatima, Muhammad’s family line has survived to this day, and her name remains popular for Muslim girls123.

2. Origin of the Hand of Fatima:

   • The Hamsa, also known as the Hand of Fatima, has ancient origins.

   • It can be traced back to Carthage (modern-day Tunisia) and Phoenician colonies in the Iberian Peninsula (Spain and Portugal).

   • The image of the open right hand was used for protection against the evil eye.

   • The Hamsa has been absorbed into Jewish iconography as the Hand of Miriam and is also widespread among Mediterranean Muslims.

   • Some theories connect it to the Egyptian amulet representing Isis, Osiris, and Horus.

   • It symbolizes protection, fertility, and strength456.

3. The Hand of Fatima in Morocco:

   • In Morocco, the Hand of Fatima (Hamsa) is a popular symbol.

   • It represents blessings, protection, and good fortune.

   • People often wear it as jewelry or display it as wall hangings.

   • The Hamsa’s open hand continues to be a powerful and meaningful motif in Moroccan culture7.

Remember, the Hand of Fatima carries deep symbolism and cultural significance, transcending time and borders. 🌟🤲

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