Tomb of Tahir bin Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him
IRQ-0080
Introduction
This site in the Salman Pak and al-Mada’in historical area is a local shrine attributed to Tahir, described in local memory as a son of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him. The accessible early genealogical evidence does not establish this location as a conclusively verified burial place, so the record presents it as an attributed shrine rather than an undisputed grave.
Local tradition places the person within the Husayni line through Imam Muhammad al-Baqir. The Imam’s scholarly standing and genealogy are strongly documented, but early lists of his descendants do not consistently identify this particular Tahir or preserve a securely traceable journey to Iraq. The lineage is therefore stated respectfully, while a detailed biography, exact death date and travel narrative are not constructed.
The clearest verifiable importance of the record lies in the place itself and its continuing devotional use. Salman Pak and al-Mada’in preserve the memory of Salman al-Farisi, May Allah Be Pleased With Him, early Islamic history and several local sacred associations. The shrine attributed to Tahir belongs to this wider religious landscape and reflects continuing affection for the Ahl al-Bayt and the memory of Sayyid families.
Visitors should understand that the established history of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir’s household in Madinah and the local burial attribution at this site represent different levels of evidence. Stating that distinction preserves the dignity of the place while giving researchers an accurate account of what is historically secure and what remains devotional tradition.
Historical / Religious Importance
Within the religious landscape of al-Mada’in and Salman Pak, this site preserves a local memory connected with the Ahl al-Bayt. Its importance lies more securely in continuing visitation, Husayni attribution and local sacred geography than in a conclusively verified biography.
For research, the shrine is an example of preserving a respected tradition while clearly separating it from unverified burial and identity claims.
References
عمدة الطالب في أنساب آل أبي طالب
أحمد بن علي ابن عنبة
Genealogical entries for the descendants of Imam M
Page/Volume: Genealogical entries for the descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir; pagination varies by edition | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review. | Page/Volume: Biographical and genealogical entries; pagination varies by edition | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review. | Page/Volume: Al-Mada’in geographical entry; pagination varies by edition | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review. | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review.
أعيان الشيعة
محسن الأمين
Biographical and genealogical entries; pagination
Page/Volume: Genealogical entries for the descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir; pagination varies by edition | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review. | Page/Volume: Biographical and genealogical entries; pagination varies by edition | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review. | Page/Volume: Al-Mada’in geographical entry; pagination varies by edition | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review. | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review.
معجم البلدان
ياقوت الحموي
Al-Mada’in geographical entry; pagination varies b
Page/Volume: Genealogical entries for the descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir; pagination varies by edition | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review. | Page/Volume: Biographical and genealogical entries; pagination varies by edition | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review. | Page/Volume: Al-Mada’in geographical entry; pagination varies by edition | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review. | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review.
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Page/Volume: Genealogical entries for the descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir; pagination varies by edition | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review. | Page/Volume: Biographical and genealogical entries; pagination varies by edition | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review. | Page/Volume: Al-Mada’in geographical entry; pagination varies by edition | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review. | Article role: SECONDARY ATTRIBUTED PLACE / IDENTITY UNDER REVIEW. The genealogical books support the wider descendants of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, Peace Be Upon Him, and the geography of al-Mada'in, while a current local report confirms that a shrine carrying this attribution is visited within the Salman Pak complex. The sources do not independently establish this Tahir as a securely identified son of the Imam or prove burial at the exact site. The row therefore preserves the later local shrine memory and remains Under Review.