- Born in 625 AD - Granddaughter of the Prophet Muhammed - Was the eldest daughter of Ali ibn Abi Talib and Fatimah bint Muhammad - After the death of her mother, Zainab was forced to defend herself and her family against the fighting that broke out after the Prophet’s death over leadership - Forced into exile after witnessing the death of her beloved family members -Zainab remained proud of her religion and continued to help spread the pure faith and devotion of Islam - Passed away in 682 AD