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Jul 2017
41m 16s

3-8: Husayn And Karbala Part 2

ISLAMIC HISTORY PODCAST
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Husayn and his group are trapped at Karbala. He tries to negotiate with Banu Umayyah, but it goes nowhere. This episode explores one of the most tragic and pivotal events in Islamic history. With this episode, the political faction known as Shi’atu Ali become the Shia religious sect. After the show is over, be sure to visit the Show Notes page. The Show N ... Show More
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