Fatimiyya refers to the days of mourning for Lady Fatima's martyrdom. According to Shia sources, she was martyred due to injuries after the Prophet's death. The first Fatimiyya is 13th Jumada al-Awwal (75 days after Prophet's death). Both Fatimiyya periods are observed with mourning gatherings similar to Muharram.

What happened to Lady Fatima (AS)?

According to Shia sources, after Prophet Muhammad passed away, individuals came to demand allegiance from Imam Ali. The door was pushed against Lady Fatima, causing injury. She lost her unborn child Muhsin, had her inheritance of Fadak confiscated, and passed away 75-95 days after her father at only 18 years old. She was buried secretly at night, and her grave remains unknown.

Who was Lady Fatima al-Zahra (AS)?

Lady Fatima holds the highest station among women in Islam. Her titles include: al-Zahra (The Radiant), al-Batul (The Pure), Sayyidat Nisa al-Alamin (Leader of Women of All Worlds). She is one of the Fourteen Infallibles (Ma'sumin). The Prophet said: 'Fatima is part of me. Whoever angers her has angered me.'

What significant events occur in Jumada al-Awwal?

Key dates: 5th - Birthday of Lady Zainab bint Ali (AS); 13th - Martyrdom of Lady Fatima (First Fatimiyya); 15th - Birthday of Imam Zain al-Abidin (AS), the 4th Imam. Observances include mourning gatherings, wearing black, reciting elegies, and sermons on her rights including the Khutba Fadakiyya.

2024 Calendar

Jumada al-Awwal 2024

Jumada al-Awwal is the fifth month, marking several important anniversaries including births and martyrdoms of members of the Ahlul Bayt (Prophet's household).

Last updated: February 22, 2026

Summary

Jumada al-Awwal is the fifth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. In 2024, it contains 3 significant Shia Islamic events. Jumada al-Awwal is the fifth month, marking several important anniversaries including births and martyrdoms of members of the Ahlul Bayt (Prophet's household).

•3 significant events in Jumada al-Awwal
•1 commemoration
•1 celebration
•Fifth month of the Islamic calendar
•All dates in Hijri and Gregorian formats

All Events in Jumada al-Awwal 2024

5Jum

Celebration

Birth of Zainab (as)

Lady Zainab (as) was the third child of Lady Fatima az-Zahra (sa), born in 5 A.H. after Imam Husayn (as), refuting claims she followed a miscarriage of Mohsin, which historians like Bint Ash-Shati use to downplay the attack on Fatima's house. Named "Zainab" by the Prophet (S), meaning "embellishment of her father," or via Gabriel. Her life involved noble traits amid tragedies: deaths of grandfather and mother, father's confinement, his martyrdom, battles, Hasan's poisoning, Karbala massacre, captivity to Syria, return to Medina, and exile to Egypt, where her tomb is visited (though most believe it's in Syria).

≈ Nov 18, 2023

10Jum

Event

Battle of the Camel

The Battle of Basra, or Battle of the Camel, marked the Second Civil War in Islam after Uthman's assassination and Ali's accession as caliph. Ayesha, Talha, and Zubayr, using vengeance for Uthman as pretext for their ambitions, raised a 3000-strong army in Mecca, captured Basra, killed 600 Muslims, and seized the treasury. Ali, after failed peace efforts and mustering 700 volunteers plus Kufan reinforcements, confronted them. Negotiations failed; Zubayr deserted and was killed, Talha died in battle, and Ayesha's camel became the focal point until slain, leading to rebel defeat. Ali showed mercy, pardoned leaders including Ayesha, and reunited the umma.

≈ Nov 23, 2023

13Jum

Commemoration

Martyrdom of Fatimah al-Zahra (as)

After the Prophet's death, a group of up to 4000 men, led by Umar ibn Khattab, demanded Ali ibn Abi-Talib's allegiance to Abu Bakr at Fatima tuz Zahra's door. Ali, preparing the Qur'an, refused. They threatened to burn the house, set fire to the door, kicked it in, injuring Fatima—breaking her rib and causing miscarriage of Al-Muhassin. On her deathbed, Fatima requested a secret night burial attended by few loyal companions like Ali, al-Hassan, al-Husayn, Ammar bin Yasir, and Salman al-Muhammadi. Her grave's location remains unknown. Ali, who lifted Khaybar's gates effortlessly, wept unable to lift her body.

≈ Nov 26, 2023

Key Takeaways

1Jumada al-Awwal is the fifth month of the Islamic lunar calendar
2There are 3 significant Shia Islamic events in Jumada al-Awwal 2024
31 commemoration including solemn remembrances
41 celebration marking joyous occasions
5All dates are provided in both Hijri and Gregorian formats for easy reference
6Events can be added to your personal calendar (Google, Apple, Outlook)

Frequently Asked Questions

This month contains Fatimiyya — the mourning period for Lady Fatima al-Zahra (AS), the beloved daughter of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), wife of Imam Ali (AS), and mother of Imams Hasan and Hussain (AS). It also marks Lady Zainab's birthday.