Brother of Martyr Sheikh al-Nimr
Dr.Mazhar
Naqvi
The grief-stricken family of martyr Sheikh Baqar al- Nimr has
shown to the world as to how patiently the followers of Hussaini
ideology behave in most trying circumstances. As the news of Sheikh Nimr’s
‘execution’ sparked- off protests in various corners
of the world, his brother Muhammad al-Nimr called for reaction within the
peaceful framework. Expressing shock over his brother’s killing; he declared “We took this stance from
the very beginning, saying that we would not resort to violence even if Sheikh
al-Nimr is executed”.
The statement issued by the Nimr family after the execution is
also an example of courage with patience. It stated fearlessly about the unfair
execution of Sheikh in defiance of international appeals but used not even a single
word to instigate its supporters. The bereaved family certainly has in mind how
the survivors of Karbala had faced persecution with dignity and bravery after
the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain in 680 AD. In accordance with the path
shown by Lady Zainab and Imam Zain-ul-Abdeen, the family is using words as
weapon against the ‘House of Sauds’ and attracting world attention towards matchless
record of Riyadh in violation of human rights.
The restrained approach of Nimr family prompted US to open its
mouth for the first time since execution of the cleric. While US avoided of condemning
the execution, its state department appealed to Saudi Arabia to respect and
protect human rights and ensure fair and transparent judicial proceedings.US spokesperson, John Kirby also urged the Saudi government to permit peaceful
expression of dissent and, along with other leaders in the region, to redouble
efforts to reduce regional tensions.US reaction can be termed as an outcome of
the outcry resulted from execution. It is just an attempt to counter the
allegations made by Imami cleric yesterday that Nimr was killed with the
consent of US. Had US been really interested in saving Nimr’s life or
restraining Saudi Arabia from violating human rights and turning judicial process
into a farce, it would have taken the issue with King Salman during his recent
visit. But US did not do it, for it does not want a peaceful world. Christians
who have condemned the execution deserve praise for being with the truth.
Muslims also need to do likewise in peaceful manner so as to check the growing
tendency of Riyadh to crush dissent and democratic values.
The excerpts of the letter written
by the martyr to his mother should open eyes of all. He writes:
“My Patient Mother Umme
Jafar,
My mother!
always be grateful to God and accept the fate that is awaiting to you; because
What God has foreordained for you is more better than its human one, and what
he has chosen for us is more wisely than what we want for ourselves; It is true
that we need to pray and to ask him anything but he knows our interests better
than us.
Praise is to
God, who orders people while they are living under the shadow of his rule, [so]
nobody can change anything unless the will of God be at that way. My mom! Be
aware that God is seer of what people are doing even the smallest one and [our
works] are not out of his will; it is enough for us to know that what happens
to us are only on the basis of divine providence and nothing else.At the end, I
leave you and all people to God who is the best guardian and protector.”
Those acquainted with the sermons delivered by Bibi Zainab, Imam
Sajjad and Janab-e-Umme-Kulsum in Kufa can immediately recall how they had disgraced
Ibn Ziyad when he tried to justify the killing of Imam Hussain and his
companions as ‘Wish of Allah’. Although Nimr family too is striving to
disgrace Saud family through words and calling for peaceful reaction, it is
incumbent upon all those who believe in humanity to salute their spirit, offer
condolences and carry on the legacy of Sheikh by fearlessly raising voice against
oppression, injustice and tyranny.
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