Hakim family

The Hakim family
Ethnicity Iraqi
Current region Najaf, Iraq
Members See below

The Hakim family is a prominent family of Shiite Islam scholars who claim descent from the lineage of Muhammad (570–632) himself. Their scholarly involvement has revolved around Iraq for centuries. The family faced extensive persecution and executions at the hand of Saddam Hussein's government, yet many family members still maintain a prominent role in Iraq and the Middle East.

Family members

Heads of family (first generation)

Second generation after Muhsin al-Hakim

Third generation after Muhsin al-Hakim

References

  1. "Muhammad Baqir al- Hakim". Oxford Reference. Retrieved 27 January 2013.
  2. "Who is Muqtada al-Sadr?". CNN. 6 April 2004. Retrieved 27 January 2013.
  3. Ayatollah Sistani is Iraq’s Bulwark against Iran: Wikileaks, Informed Comment, 2010-02-12
  4. Ayatollah Muhammad Ali al-Hakim Returns to His Lord, Islamic Insights, 2011-03-06
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