The History of the House of Al Aidarous
The history of the House of Al Aidarous extends through the middle and modern ages whose roots run back to the revered tribe of Bani Hashim (the household of Prophet Mohamed the Messenger of Allah). The house of Al Aidarous (the Hashemite) is traced back to Sheikh Abu Bakr Bin Abdullah Al Aidarous who was also known as the Al Adani Al Hashemy and the founder of the city of Aden and who is a direct descendent from Prophet Mohamed Bin Abdullah the Messenger of Allah.
Therefore, we shall enumerate the history of the house of Al Aidarous particularly their grandpa Imam Ehsikh Abu Bakr Bin Abdullah Al Aidarous as stated hereunder.
His Lineage
Sheikh Abu Bakr Bin Abdullah Al Aidarous Bin Abi Bakr AL Sakran Bin Sheikh Abdul Rahman Al Saqaf Bin Sheikh Mohamed Moula A Dowailah and is a descendent from Imam Ali Zain Al Abedin the son of Imam Hussain A1 Sebt the son of Ali Bin Abi Taleb and Fatema AL Zahra the daughter of PrOphet Mohamed the Messenger of Allah.
His son was the leader of Al Alawieen (the Hashemites) and their imam. He was born in Treem in 811 AH and he memorized the Holy Quran by heart and devoted his life to learning and teaching. His father passed away when he was ten years old and was raised by his uncle who was keen to help him to continue to seek knowledge and a deeper understanding of Islamic jurisprudence.
His Birth and Upbringing
He was born in Treem City (Hadramout) in 852 AH - 1448 AD, he memorized the Holy Quran by heart as a child and received his education in Treem by plethora of scholars and jurists of the highest caliber at that time. This upbringing helped him continue the path of his father and he began travelling around Hadramout to Al Shahr, Doan then to Zubaid, Bait A1 Faquih and he performed the pilgrimage to Mecca twice during his life. On his return from the second pilgrim, he Visited the Port of Zilaa (Somalia) then travelled to Al Hadida, Taaz and Lahj. His devoutness was associated with good traits which won him a significant followership and disciples and students and a renowned reputation around the Islamic World. His life was rich with achievements and acts of generosity in social reform and building peace between warring factions.
His Character
Sheikh Abu Bakr Al Aidarous was known for his generosity and keenness to help the poor. His father was the first to receive the title A1 Aidarous which is one of the Arabic words for the lion. The legacy of his character and life continued after his departure on the 14th of Shawal year 914 AH / 1508 AD by his household including his grandson Sheikh Zain Bin Hassan Al Aidarous.
Among the historic events that Al Aidarous sheikhs were keen to establish after the departure of their grandfather Sheikh Abu Bakr Al Aidarous was the annual event and celebration observed by the people of Aden to mark the first arrival of Al Aidarous to Aden and which is not his death anniversary as many believe. This celebration is marked by the people of Aden until this day where followers and devotees from Yemen, neighboring counties and the horn of Africa Visit his shrine on this day every year.
The Historical Chronology of the House of Al Aidarous
* Sheikh Ahmed Al Masawy Bin Abi Bakr Al Aidarous, died in Mecca on 922 AH (144.7A D). ,
* Sheikh Mohamed Bin Abdullah Bin Abi Bakr Al Aidarous, died in Mecca on 978 AH (1503 AD).
* Sheikh Omar Bin Abdullah Bin Abi Bakr Al Aidarous, died in Aden on 1000 AH (1525 AD).
* Sheikh Mohamed Bin Omar Bin Abdullah Bin Abi Bakr Al Aidarous, died in Aden.
* Sheikh Ahmed Bin Omar Bin Abdullah Al Aidarous, died in Aden.
* Sheikh Mohamed Bin Ahmed Bin Omar Bin Abdullah A1 Aidarous, died in Aden.
* Sheikh Alawi Bin Zain Bin Mohamed AI Aidarous, died in Aden.
* Sheikh Zain Bin Alawi Bin Zain Bin Abi Bakr A1 Aidarous, died in Aden.
* Sheikh Alawi Bin Zain Bin Alawi Bin Zain Bin Abdullah A1 Aidarous, died in Aden.
* Sheikh Zain Bin Alawi Bin Zain Bin Alawi Bin Zain A1 Aidarous, died in Aden.
* Aidarous Bin Zain Bin Alawi AI Aidarous, took over the seat as of 1902 AD until his death on 1927 AD 12.
* Sheikh Shams Al Olamaa Bin Abdullah Bin Aidarous Bin Zain Al Aidarous, took over the seat as of 1927 AD 1948 AD 13.
* Sheikh Zain Bin Hassan Bin Aidarous A1 Aidarous, took over the seat as of 1948 AD May 1960 AD 14.
* Sheikh Abu Bakr Bin Abdullah, Bin Aidarous Bin Zain A1 Aidarous, took over the seat as of 1960 AD 1966 AD.
* Sheikh Abdullah Bin Aidarous Bin Zain A1 Aidarous, took over the seat as 1966 AD 1972 AD 16.
* Sheikh Moustafa Bin Zain Bin Hasan Bin Aidarous Bin Zain Bin Alawi Bin Zain Al Aidarous, tool over the seat on 1972 AD until today.
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