Facts About Imam Muhammad al-Baqir's Life
The Fifth Imam's Family
His Imamah
His Title and Name
Imam Muhammad al-Baqir's Shahadah
100

Where was he born?

He was born in Medina.

100

Who was his great-grandfather?

His great-grandfather was Imam Ali (a.s).

100

What did the coin that Imam Muhammad al-Baqir create say on it?

On one side, it said,"La Ilaha Illallah". On the opposite side, it said,"Muhammadur Rasulullah".

100

What was his most famous title?

His most famous title was al-Baqir, which is short for Baqir ul-Uloom.

100

What was the year of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir's shahadah?

He was martyred in the year 114 AH.

200

True or false: Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a.s) never met his grandson, Imam Musa al-Kadhim (a.s).

This statement is true. Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a.s) died almost fifteen years before his grandson's birth.

200

What was the name of his grandmother from his father's side?

Her name was Shahrbanu. She was the mother of Imam as-Sajad (a.s).

200

Why was Imam Muhammad al-Baqir able to teach so much during his short life?

He was able to accomplish this because the rulers were not focused on the Imam's activities, and they were worried about other problems.

200

What does his most famous title refer to?

a)Honesty  b)Generosity  c)Knowledge

The answer is: c) Knowledge.

200

What was the cause of his martyrdom?

According to the majority of narrations, Imam Muhammad al-Baqir died after sitting on a saddle that was poisoned and sent to him. 

300

How old was Imam al-Baqir in Karbala?

He was around four years old. He was also taken to Damascus as a prisoner.

300

What was his mother's name?

His mother was Fatima, the daughter of Imam Hasan (a.s).

300

True or false: Imam Muhammad al-Baqir taught people in the past, and has still influenced many people today.

This statement is true. In fact, even some modern medicines today can be traced back to the teachings of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir.

300

What does Baqir ul-Uloom mean?

Baqir ul-Uloom means,"The one who will split and spread knowledge." Imam Muhammad al-Baqir broke up knowledge for people who didn't understand and taught those who weren't learned.

300

What was the date of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir's shahadah?

His became shahid on the 7th of Dhul Hijjah.

400

What year was Imam Muhammad al-Baqir's birth?

He was born in the year 57 AH

400

True or False: Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a.s) was able to meet both of his grandfathers, Imam Hasan (a.s) and Imam Husain (a.s).

This statement is false. The Imam was able to be with Imam Husain for a few years and was with him in Karbala. However, sadly, Imam Hasan (a.s) was martyred more than seven years before his birth.

400

Which of these subjects did Imam Muhammad al-Baqir NOT teach? 

 a)Islamic Studies  b)Chemistry  c)Literature

The answer is: c) Literature.

400

Who named Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a.s)

Prophet Muhammad (SAW) named him in a prophesy, years before his birth.

400

Which ruler ordered the martyrdom of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a.s)?

Hisham ibn Abd ul-Malik ordered the killing of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a.s).

500

What was the date of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir's (a.s) birth?

He was born on the 1st of Rajab.

500

What was the relation between the grandfathers of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir?

The grandfathers of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a.s) were brothers. This is because Imam Muhammad al-Baqir's mother was Imam Hasan's daughter and his father was Imam Husain's (a.s) son. As we know, Imam Hasan (a.s) and Imam Husain (a.s) were brothers.

500

Why was Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a.s) asked to create the coin that Muslims would use afterwards?

The Muslims were still using Roman currency. At Imam Muhammad al-Baqir's time, the Romans blocked the Muslims from this. The Muslim ruler, Abd ul-Malik, was troubled. He asked Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a.s) to provide a solution. The Imam responded that he should introduce a new Islamic currency.

500

What was the kunya of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a.s)?

His kunya was Abu Jafar.

500

How old was he when was he martyred?

He was 57 years old. 

M
e
n
u