Introduction to Letters
Read the 89 letters (Rasa'il) of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib, including administrative guidance and personal correspondence.
Letters of Imam Ali
This section contains 89 letters (Rasa'il) written by Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib during his caliphate and throughout his life. These letters include:
- Administrative Letters: Guidance to governors and officials
- Political Correspondence: Letters addressing affairs of state
- Personal Counsel: Advice to family members and companions
- Religious Guidance: Instructions on faith and practice
- Historical Documents: Letters that shaped early Islamic history
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Each letter includes context about the recipient, historical circumstances, and the significance of its content.
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Letter 1
The following is the letter sent by Imam Ali (a) through Imam Husayn (a) and Ammar Yasir to the people of Kufa before he proceeded to Basra for the Battle of Jamal.