Growing up in Madinah: Imam al-Kazim (as) grew up in Madinah, in the home of his father, Imam al-Sadiq (as), whose gatherings were a centre of learning for the whole Muslim world. From childhood he was surrounded by knowledge, prayer, and good character.
His mother Hamida: His mother Hamida is remembered for her piety and her care for the family. In such a home, the young Musa (as) learned the Quran, the teachings of the Prophet (saww), and the manners of the Ahlul Bayt (as).
Becoming Imam so young: He was still young when his father passed away in 148 AH (765 CE), and he became the Imam of his time. He carried that heavy trust at a time when open teaching was dangerous.
Example
A home full of books: A child who grows up in a home full of books and kind words learns quietly — not only from lessons, but from watching how the elders live. The childhood of Imam al-Kazim (as) was like that.
Key Terms
- Madinah (مدینہ) — the city of the Holy Prophet (saww), home of the Imams
- Hamida (حمیدہ) — the mother of Imam Musa al-Kazim (as)
Quran or Hadith
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- Imam al-Kazim (as) grew up in Madinah in a home of knowledge and piety.
- His father was Imam al-Sadiq (as) and his mother was Hamida.
- He became Imam in 148 AH (765 CE) after his father.