The Betrayal of Husain: Shia Accounts and the Karbala Tragedy

The Karbala tragedy. A pivotal moment in Islamic history, shrouded in centuries of narratives. But what if the true story, and the real identities of those responsible, lie hidden within the very texts traditionally held sacred?

Dive into an unflinching, text-based investigation with The Betrayal of Husain: Shia Accounts and the Karbala Tragedy. Esteemed scholar Hazrat Maulana Allah Yar Khan (RA) embarks on a meticulous journey, directly examining the most authentic Shia sources—including Ihtijaj Tabarsi, Jala al-Uyun, and Usul Kafi.

This groundbreaking work meticulously unveils a narrative often overlooked:

• Who truly betrayed Husain (RA)? Were the perpetrators a distant, nameless enemy, or does an examination of Shia accounts themselves reveal a different truth, pointing to those who invited him?

• What do the Imams' own words reveal about the allegiance and actions of the Kufans? Prepare to encounter direct condemnations and expressions of profound disappointment from Hazrat Husain (RA), Hazrat Zayn al-Abidin (RA), and Hazrat Zaynab (RA) in their own documented statements.

• Is the sincerity of historical and contemporary practices truly as it appears? The author probes the implications of key Shia doctrines like Taqiyyah and the motivations behind certain historical acts.

• What surprising details emerge about figures often cast as primary antagonists, such as Yazid? Maulana Khan presents an analysis based on Shia texts that may challenge prevailing assumptions about his role in the tragedy.

Hazrat Maulana Allah Yar Khan (RA)'s rigorous approach dissects claims, examines motivations, and reconstructs events, offering a recontextualized understanding of Karbala's profound impact. This book is for anyone seeking to engage deeply with historical religious texts, uncover startling insights, and gain a more nuanced perspective on one of Islam's most enduring sorrows.

Discover the evidence. Confront the narratives. Reframe your understanding of betrayal and tragedy.