The Daughter of Islam embodies a legacy that transcends time, showcasing a powerful connection between faith, family, and strength. In the words of Martyr Beheshti, the Islamic woman is not merely a passive figure; she is a warrior, a pillar of courage, and a keeper of dignity. She is pure, chaste, and strong, and her existence is not defined by the complexities of Western psychoanalysis but by her unshakeable bond with her father, her faith, and her unwavering commitment to her role in society. Zahra Rahimi, a Paralympic silver medalist, stands as a modern embodiment of this legacy, where sport and familial duty intersect in a powerful affirmation of faith and love.
✍| by: Professor Mohsen Qanbarian
The daughter of Islam is “Umm Abiha” (Mother of her father), and her medal is “Fadaaha Abuha”¹.
The Eastern girl does not suffer from Freud’s Oedipus or Electra complexes; she is not psychologically disturbed but is pure, chaste, and a father’s strength.
Daughter of Iran
The daughter of Iran is truly nurtured by the daughter of Islam². One in a thousand, like Zahra Rahimi, her Olympic medal shines like the blessed necklace of Fatima (S.A.), and her joy is the gift of the children of Gaza. Her material worth is an unexpected gift on Father’s Day!
Martyr Beheshti beautifully described the Iranian Islamic woman. In a message for Women’s Day, he wrote: “We have always proclaimed that women in Islam are alive, creative, and warriors, but on the condition that their armor is the dress of chastity; their participation in struggles and jihad must not contradict the preservation of their dignity, chastity, and purity.
We are pleased that today, our women are present in the field with passion, purity, and elegance, exhibiting remarkable courage and demonstrating growth in insight, faith, and behavior.
In the past, involving women in the local assemblies during the reign of the tyrants was a deceptive trap; for in a society where men had no free vote, what could it have been but a trap? Nevertheless, we are pleased that today, our women are present in the field with passion, purity, and elegance, exhibiting remarkable courage and demonstrating growth in insight, faith, and behavior.”
¹- “Fadahā abūhā” (meaning “Her father sacrificed himself for her”), refers to a loving and tender expression used by the Prophet Muhammad towards his daughter, Fatimah (may peace be upon her). This phrase highlights the deep affection and reverence the Prophet had for her. Similarly, Imam Kazim (the seventh Shiite Imam) used this expression to convey his profound love for his daughter, Fatimah Ma’sumah.
²- A Quote from Islamic Teachings: “Indeed, the children of our Shia believers are nurtured by Fatima (S.A.).” (Bihar al-Anwar, Volume 6, Page 229)
What Is It About
Zahra Rahimi, the 15-year-old Paralympic silver medalist from the 2024 Paris Games, had two wishes before participating in the competition. Her first wish was to win a Paralympic medal, and the second was to buy a truck for her father.
Now, Zahra has fulfilled her promise. With all the awards she received and part of her family’s savings, she bought a semi-truck for her father just in time for Father’s Day.