Martyrdom of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

The End of Prophethood

The Holy Prophet (PBUH) passed away (often referred to as martyrdom due to earlier poisoning) on the 28th of Safar, 11 AH, at the age of 63. His passing was the greatest calamity to strike the Islamic Ummah. In his final days, he reiterated the importance of following the Quran and his Ahl al-Bayt (a.s.).

The Usurpation of Rights

While Imam Ali (a.s.) and the close family were engaged in the funeral rites of the Prophet, a group of companions gathered at Saqifah to usurp the caliphate, ignoring the Prophet's explicit appointment of Imam Ali (a.s.) at Ghadeer Khumm. This marked the beginning of the oppression of the Ahl al-Bayt (a.s.). (Source: Kitab al-Irshad)

Aamal for 28th Safar

The 28th of Safar is a day of profound grief. It is recommended to mourn the loss of the Prophet, recite his Ziyarat (such as Ziyarat Ameenullah), and reflect on the sufferings that befell his beloved daughter, Lady Fatima (s.a.), and Imam Ali (a.s.) immediately after his passing.