The first episode of Mukhtar Nama, also known as "The Rise of Mukhtar", begins with the background of the political situation in the 7th century Arabia, leading up to the Battle of Karbala and the death of Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad. The episode introduces Mukhtar al-Thaqafi, a companion of Imam Hussain and a skilled military leader, who is determined to avenge the death of the Imam and his followers. The episode also sets the stage for the ongoing conflict between the Umayyads and the supporters of the Prophet's family, known as the Shia. It describes the political power struggle and the rise of Mukhtar as a leader of the rebellion against the Umayyad Caliphate and his efforts to establish a new government based on justice and equality.
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