Hazrat Abu Talib (A.S)
Paternal Uncle of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.W) and father of Imam Ali (A.S).
QUICK FACTS
At a Glance
| Known As | Abu Talib |
| Relationship to the Prophet | Paternal uncle |
HIS LIFE
A Life of Love, Protection & Sacrifice
Imran (عِمْرَان)
Historians state that his actual name was عِمْرَان (Imran). He is widely known by his Kunyah (title), Abu Talib, which means "Father of Talib."
A Father in All But Name
When Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.W) lost his grandfather at a young age, Abu Talib took him into his home and raised him with immense love and care, treating him better than his own children.
A Shield in Mecca
When the Prophet began spreading the message of Islam, Abu Talib used his high political status, tribal power, and influence to protect his nephew from the enemies in Mecca.
The Boycott of Shi'b Abi Talib
He chose to endure a brutal three-year economic and social boycott in the valley of Shi'b Abi Talib, standing firmly by the Prophet through starvation and extreme hardship.
Upon his passing, the Holy Prophet (S.A.W.W) was so deeply grieved that he named that entire year Aam al-Huzn — The Year of Sorrow.
