Zahir ibn Amr al-Kindi (r.a.)
Al-Kindi, Companion of the Ahl al-Bayt
Often recognized as a loyal companion, he stood with Imam Husayn and laid down his life on the day of Ashura.
- Born
- Unknown
- Died
- 61 AH / 680 CE
- Cause of death
- Martyred at Karbala fighting the Umayyad forces.
Zahir ibn Amr al-Kindi (r.a.) is recognized in historical Shi'a sources as one of the noble companions of Imam Husayn (a.s.) who attained martyrdom at the Battle of Karbala. Some records associate him closely with the legacy of Amr ibn al-Humuq al-Khuza'i, emphasizing his deep-rooted loyalty to the family of the Prophet.
During the tragedy of Ashura, Zahir exhibited exceptional bravery. He refused to abandon the Imam of his time despite the overwhelming odds and fought valiantly until he was martyred. His name is venerated among those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the preservation of Islam.