Ibrahim ibn al-Husayn (Ibn al-Walid)

Ibrahim ibn al-Husayn, also known as Ibn al-Walid, was an 8th-century Abbasid prince. He was a son of al-Husayn ibn Ali, who was a grandson of Ali ibn Abi Talib, the fourth Rashidun Caliph and a key figure in Shia Islam. Ibrahim's lineage, tracing back to Ali, placed him within a prominent and influential family during the early Abbasid Caliphate.

While details concerning Ibrahim's life are relatively scarce, historical sources indicate he played a role in the political events of the time. He is principally remembered for his involvement in a revolt against the Abbasid Caliph al-Mansur in 762-763 CE. This revolt, centered in Medina, aimed to challenge Abbasid authority and potentially restore power to a descendant of Ali.

Ibrahim's participation highlights the tensions and power struggles that characterized the early Abbasid period, as descendants of Ali, particularly through Husayn's line, continued to assert their claims to leadership within the Muslim community. The revolt, ultimately unsuccessful, resulted in significant consequences for those involved and further solidified Abbasid control. Primary sources like the History of al-Tabari provide details on the events surrounding the rebellion and Ibrahim's role within it.