242 hadith found in ' The Book of Marriage (Kitab Al-Nikah) ' of Sahih Muslim.

3232
'Alqama reported: While Iwas going along with 'Abdullah b. Ma'sud
(Allahhe pleased with him) in Mina, 'Uthman b. 'Affan (Allah be
pleased with him) happened to meet him and said: Come here, Abu 'Abd
al-Rahman (kunya of Abdullah b. Mas'ud), and he isolated him (from
me), and when'Abdullah (b. Mas'ud) sawthat there was no need (for this
privacy), he said to me: 'Alqama, come on, and so I went there. (Then)
'Uthman said to him: Abu Abd al-Rahman, should we not marry you to a
virgin girl that your past may be recalled to your mind? 'Abdullah
said: If you say so, the rest of the hadith is the same as narrated
above.
3233
Abdullah (b. Mas'ud) (Allah be pleased with him) reported that
Allah'sMessenger (may peace beupon him) said to us: 0 young men, those
amongyou who can support a wife should marry, for it restrains eyes
(from casting evil glances) and preserves one from immorality; but he
who cannot afford It should observe fast for it is a means of
controlling the sexual desire.
3234
Abu al-Rahman b. Yazid said: I and my uncle 'Alqama and al-Aswad went
to 'Abdullah b. Mas'ud (Allah be pleased with him). He (the narrator
further) said: I was at that time young, and he narrated a hadithwhich
it seemed he narrated for me that Allah's Messenger (may peace be upon
him) said like one transmitted by Mu'awiya, and further added: I lost
no time in marrying.
3235
'Abd al-Rahman b. Yazid reported on the authority of Abdullah: Wewent
to him, and I was the youngest of all (of us), but he did not
mention:" I lost no time in marrying."
3236
Anas (Allah be pleased with him) reported that some of the Companions
of Allah's Apostle (may peace be upon him) asked his (the Prophet's)
wives about the acts that he performed in private. Someone among them
(among his Companions) said: I will not marry women; someone amongthem
said: I will not eat meat; and someone among them said: I will not lie
down in bed. He (the Holy Prophet) praised Allah and glorified Him,
and said: What has happened to these people that they say so and so,
whereas I observe prayer and sleeptoo; I observe fast and suspend
observing them; I marry women also? Andhe who turns away from my
Sunnah, he has no relation with Me

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Lady Fatimah Zahra (pbuh): Let Us Walk in HerFootsteps? [Syeda Fatima Zahra (sa)]

A role model can be defined as a guide, pattern, and as a leader. The
term "role model" seeks to identify a personwho possesses certain
characteristics, which people admire and choose to follow. Different
people choose different role models in their lives and try to live
their life in accordance towhat they see in that rolemodel. A role
model may have impact in a single aspect of one's life, or it may have
impact on many or all aspects of a person's life. Naturally one's
life, goal, and motive may then be shaped and constructed based on
his/her role model.
One, who chooses Islam as his school of life, has actually chosen a
way and goal that has been based on human nature. Thus such a person
will search for a character that possesses all the special
characteristics that the school of monotheism has offered in each
aspect of life in order to reach his goal ofperfection.
In the following verse, the Noble Qur'an introduces Prophet Muhammad
(pbuh), the prophet of Islam, as the best and perfect role model:
"Certainly there is in the Messenger of Allah an excellent example for
him who hopes in Allah and the latter day and remembers Allah much."
(Noble Qur'an, 33:21)
Through a deep study of the life of Lady Fatemah Zahra (pbuh), one can
slightly understand her exalted human personality. She is similarto
her father, Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) in terms of her divine and humane
character. Her similarity to her father is a truth that can be easily
understood through her father's sayings about her. As the narrator
quotes, Holy Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) came out while holding the hand
of Lady Fatimah Zahra (pbuh) in his hand.He said:
"(For) him, who does not know her, she is Fatimah,the daughter of
Muhammad, she is a part of me, she is my soul, which is (located)
between my two sides. Certainly, him who harmsher has harmed me; and
him who harms me has indeed harmed Allah."
Other than being similar to the Messenger of Allah,Prophet Muhammad
(pbuh), which in itself is a complete and perfect proof of her being a
role model, there are many other examples that prove her as a perfect
and excellent model.
For example, Aisha bint Abu Bakr and some others have narrated thatthe
Messenger of Allah, Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) has said:
"O Fatimah! Glad tidings be upon you, for the almighty Allah (SWT) has
selected you above the women of the worlds and the women of Islam,
which is the best religion."
Let it be noted that the Messenger of Allah, Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
holds such an esteemed character that all of his sayings, behaviors,
and manners are proof for us. He talks according to what is revealed
to him and through his deep knowledge and insight. Ifhe is silent
about a person, or when he praises, or disgraces another, it is
thoroughly true. As the Noble Qur'an notes:
"Nor does he speak out of desire. It is naught but revelation that is
revealed." (Noble Qur'an, 53:3-4)
The messenger of Allah, Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) has honored his
daughter and has greatlypraised her. Prophet Muhammad's (pbuh) praises
of Lady Fatimah Zahra (pbuh) is not out ofa fatherly love and
affection. As a matter of fact the praises are due to the actual
existence of such valuable moralities in Lady Fatimah al-Zahra (pbuh).
She is really greatand pure; by praising her, Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
seeks to make herreal personality clear for others.
Allah (SWT) has selected Prophet of Islam and the Infallible Imams
(pbut) asperfect human beings, role models, and guides for all.
Similarly, Lady Fatimah al-Zahra (pbuh) is a model for all people of
the world, be it man orwoman. Truly, following her footsteps is
followingthe Messenger of Allah and the Infallible Imams (pbut).

Fatema Zahra (sa): Bidhatur Rasool and Sayyidati Nisa il Aalameen

Prophet Mohammed (saw) has said, "Fatima is part of me, whoever harms
her, harms me." Prophet Mohammed (saw) has also said,"Fatima is part
of me, whoever disappoints her,disappoints me."
In these traditions, the statement that 'Fatima is part of me', has an
in-depth meaning. It shows that Fatema Zahra (sa) is not only the
daughter of Rahmatul Lil Aalameen (Mercy to all the Worlds) ; No
wonder that where Prophet Mohammed (saw) declared Fatima (sa) as part
of himself, he (saw) also announced, "Verily my daughter Fatima is the
leader of the women of the worlds."
Fatema Zahra (sa), by virtue of being 'Bidhatur Rasool' [part of
Prophet Mohammed (saw)] and 'Sayyidati Nisa il Aalameen' [Fatima is
the leader of the women of the worlds for all times] is an excellent
role modelparticularly for the Muslim women, because the Prophethood
of Mohammed (saw) would not have been everlasting without her. Prophet
Mohammed (saw) is the perfect example for men but could not be so for
women. For all Noble Qur'anic verses revealed for women, Fatema
Zahra(sa) has been the perfect model, who translated every verse of
Noble Qur'an into action. In her lifetime, she was a complete woman,
being daughter, wife and mother par excellence.
As a true role model of women's rights and respect, Fatema Zahra (sa)
cares for her father when everyone else ignore him, encourages her
husband when everyone else rebukes him and tends to and raises such
children as Imam Hassan, Imam Hussain, Hazrat Zainab and Hazrat Umm
Kulthum(pbut). She fights for her right (Fadak) in front of the
caliphate at that time, all while maintaining her dignity and modesty.
She portrays excellence in all her character, whether it be as a
daughter or as a wife or a mother, or as a leader of women, humble yet
strong.
All the children of FatemaZahra (sa) are a jewel in the crown of Islam
and Fatema Zahra (sa) is the reason behind it. Both religious and
secular scholars agree that a child begins learning in the womb of his
mother and the foundation laid by the parent is essential in the
future character and morals of the child. Fatema Zahra (sa) displays a
model for all the God-fearing parents in the upbringing of her four
children. It has been narrated by a companionof Prophet (saw) in Bihar
al-Anwar that one day, he saw Fatema Zahra (sa)busy grinding some
grain. In the meanwhile, her older son Imam Hassan (as) became
impatient and started crying. The companion ofProphet (saw) offered
help to Fatema Zahra (sa), asking her whether she would like him to
take over the grinding ofgrain or comforting the child. She answered
by saying that it would be better for her to take over the grinding,
since she would be better at comforting her child. Thisproves the
importance ofa mother being present around her child as muchas
possible, since only a mother can truly comfort and soothe her child
and no one else can be as much of a comfort as a mother.
Fatema Zahra (sa) was the perfect human being that was infallible,
according to the verse of Hadith al-Kisa (cover), and which talks
about the infallibility of the fivepeople who were under the cover in
the house of Umm Salama (sa) . Prophet Mohammed (saw) used to remind
the people of this Ayah nearly every morning. Where he (saw) used to
pass by Fatima Al-Zahra's (sa) house and say: " Assalamu Alaika Ya
Ahle Baite Naboowah (Peace be upon you O people of the house of Ahlul
Bayt ofNaboowah). Allah (SWT) only wishes to remove uncleanness from
you Members of the Family and to purify you."
Thus, when we talk about Fatema Zahra (sa) we are talking of an
infallible human being whose manners were superior to the extent that
she could be considered a role model not only for Muslim women, but
also for all Muslims being a perfect image of the prophet. Following
her means, following her role model in our practice and not just
crying for her fate, because she is not an object for our crying and
mourning.

Fatima Al-Zahra (sa) the Little Supporter: Umme Abiha (mother of her father)

The tenth year after Besat-e-Rasool (The year Prophet Muhammad (saw)
began his mission) was a very hard period for Muslims. The respected
Hazrat Abu Talib (as) and Khadijah bint Khuwaylid (sa) had passed away
within a short span of time. Prophet Muhammad (saw) had lost two of
his best and kindest supporters both at home and in the society.
Fatima Al-Zahra (sa) had a very difficult time as well. She had lost a
mother like Khadijah bintKhuwaylid (sa) while she was only six years
old. However, this was not the only difficulty she had to face; as a
matter of fact, every time she would come out of the house, she was
faced unpleasant events . She would see the enemies cursing Prophet
Muhammad (saw) or even hurting him physically. Nevertheless, she had
understood the new situation and despite her young age she had
realized that supporting her father, Prophet Muhammad (saw) was of her
new responsibilities. Hence, she became a great contributor and
supporter of Islam and Prophet Muhammad (saw).
Once she saw a number of people had gathered around in Masjid al-Haram
to plan the murder of Prophet Muhammad (saw). FatimaAl-Zahra (sa)
returned home with tearful eyes, and told her father aboutthe plan; as
a result the enemies had failed to carry out their plan. At another
time, one of the polytheists, who had apparently come to visit Prophet
Muhammad (saw), threw dirt and garbage on Prophet Muhammad (saw).
Prophet Muhammad (saw), owner of the greatest morality, acted as if
nothing had happened, forgave him, and returned home. When Fatima
Al-Zahra (sa) saw what had happened to her father, ran to him with
some water and washed his father's head and face. She began to cry at
the harsh act the enemies had done to her father, but Prophet Muhammad
(saw) told her:
"O my daughter! Do not cry. Be sure that Allah (SWT) will protect your
father from all evils and will make him successful in his mission."
At another incident, when some polytheist poured the waste of a
slaughtered Camel and sheep on Prophet Muhammad (saw) during his
prostration, again, it was Fatima Al-Zahra (sa) who went to help
Prophet Muhammad (saw) with love. She helped her father clean the
waste, and with her act caressed her father's soul.
These affectionate moralities of Fatima Al-Zahra (sa) was so muchthat
Prophet Muhammad (saw) called her "Umme Abiha (mother of her father)"
implying the deepness of love and care little Fatima Al-Zahra(sa)
showed her father, Prophet Muhammad (saw).
As a wife, Fatima Al-Zahra (sa) was deeply devoted to her husband,
Imam Ali (as) and had neverasked him for anything in her whole life.
As a mother, she cared for and brought up the most wonderful children
who have left their marks in history that time will not be able to
erase.
Fatima Al-Zahra (sa) was very intelligent, accomplished and cheerful.
She had inherited the genius and wisdom, determination and willpower,
the piety and sanctity, the generosity and benevolence, the devotion
and worship of Allah (SWT) as well as other great qualities like
self-sacrifice and hospitality, forbearance and patience, and the
knowledge and nobility of disposition from her illustrious father,
ProphetMuhammad (saw), both in words and deeds. Her generosity and
compassion for the poor was such that no destitute or beggar ever
returned from her door unattended.
We, Muslims believe that Fatima Al-Zahra (sa) is themost superior
woman through all the centuries and eras. This belief is inferred from
Prophetic narratives. In one of these statements (on which both
Shiites and Sunnites agree) the GreatProphet Muhammad (saw) says:
"Sayyidati Nisa il Aalameen (Fatima is the master of all the women of
the worlds.)" Although it is mentioned in the Noble Qur'an that Maryam
[Mary, mother of Prophet Jesus (pbuh)] is the best woman in the worlds
and has high position and is considered to be chaste and continence
and is one of the four greatest women, she was the best woman of her
life's period, but Fatima Al-Zahra's (sa) superiorityis not restricted
to her life's period and is history time. That is why Prophet Muhammad
(saw) named her as the greatest women of all thewomen from the first
to the last in another saying. Another point that can be inferred
fromthese narratives is that because Fatima Al-Zahra (sa) is the
greatest woman and no other has competence with her, knowing and
recognizing all her life and every moment of herlife is extremely
valuable,as we can reach high spiritual states by deliberating it.
Furthermore, by referring to the Noble Qur'an we find out that several
verses are descended to state her position: (33:33, known as
Ayat-e-Tatheer), (3:61, known as Ayat-e-Mubahila), (17:26), the
beginning verses of chapter 76 (al-Insan) , thewhole chapter 108
(al-Kawthar).