The Living Legacy of the Ṣaḥābah (Shadows in the Sun)

5/24/2018 The Living Legacy of the a bah (Shadows in the Sun)

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Lessons and Inspirationfrom the Lives of the abah (rayAllhu anhum)

Of the Believers are men who are true to the Covenant that they made with Allh:Of them is he who fulfilled his vow and of them is he who yet waits, and they havenot changed (in their determination) in the least. (Sratl-Azb: 23)


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EXAM

WHOAll students must take theexam for their personal benefit.Undoubtedly, one who studiesfor an exam benefits muchmore than one who does not.The exam is not optional, it isFARD.

WHATFinal Examination

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WHERE WHYAll exams will be taken onlineby logging on towww.almaghrib.org

Most of what was said in class is only in thestudents short-term memory. This exam willgive you the chance to actively review yournotes and make the information part of yourconscious knowledge. In shaAllh, you will notregret the time you spent to prepare for thisexam.

CANT MAKE THE EXAM?

GOT A VALID EXCUSE?Fill out a Deferral request from yourMy AlMaghrib page.

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE EXAM1. Make sure you have all the notes. Compare your notes with other students in the class.

2. Use highlighters and graphs to organize the important information from the notes.

3. Choose a study partner. Meet with them and discuss back and forth what you learned and what they learned.

4. Make time to study, however brief. From now till the exam date, casually revisit what you wrote in class so that it becomesfamiliar.

5. Sleep and eat well before the exam.

6. Remember to place your trust in Allh. You are learning this for His sake and you re hoping for the reward with Him.

7. Realize that the marks on this exam do not matter; it is how much of this knowledge we practice. The exam is only a means tincrease the amount of long-term information you retain and give you goals in your continued path of seeking knowledge.


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CONTENTSPART

The Second Mother of the Prophet

(allallhu alayhi wa sallam)

The Hidden Advisor of the Messenger ofAllh (allallhu alayhi wa sallam)

The Representative of the Women ofal-Madnah

Decisive Actions in the Shadows

A Valuable Transformation

The Keeper of the Secrets of AllhsMessenger (allallhu alayhi wa sallam)

Suggestions for Further Reading

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I. THE IMPORTANCE OF THE HISTORY OF THE COMPANIONS OF THE PROPHET MUHAMMA

Islamic History is becoming one of the most important means of gainingsolid, practical guidance for implementing Islamic lifestyle.

Many critics consider the study of History to be an exercise in futility or ameans to cry over spilled milk.

Over one-third of the blessed Qurn is based on stories that give us divineinsight into past human experience.

These stories are not presented for mere entertainment but as a source ofreflection and knowledge.

In their histories, there is certainly a

lesson for men of understanding.

Almighty Allh tells us in Srah Ysufverse 111:

allallhu alayhi wa salla

Lessons from the people of understanding.


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NotesAmong theabahwere those whose names and deeds are etched into the

annals of popular Islamic history. They are known to the majority of Muslimsand, in some cases, even studied by people of other faiths.

But there were also those whose names were known but their deeds, sayingsand lessons are unknown to the average student of knowledge. These are theShadows in the Sun and the following pages will begin to shed light on theirinvaluable contributions.

I. THE IMPORTANCE OF THE HISTORY OF THE COMPANIONS OF THE PROPHET MUHAMMAallallhu alayhi wa salla

Some names are known but their contributions are not well know.

Leaders go through much that mold into their position.

10 people promised Paradise:

Abu Bakr

Umar ibn Khattab

Uthman

Ali

Talha ibn Obaidullah

Zubair ibn al-Awwam

Abdurrahman ibn AwfSaad ibn abi Waqqas

Sa'id idb Zaid

Abu Ubaidah


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II. THE CUSTODIAN OF THE UMMA

His appearance was striking, tall, and slim with a sparse beard. He wascourageous and decisive in tough situations, yet he was also extremely modestand shy.

His name was mir b. Abdullh b. al-Jarr, but he was known as AbuUbaydah.

Abdullh b. Umar described three people of the Quraysh who were mostprominent, best in character and most modest. They never deceived people oraccused anyone of lying: Abu Bakr al-iddq, Uthmn b. Affn and Abu Ubaydahb. al-Jarr.

He accepted Islam one day after Abu Bakr along with Abdl-Ramn b. Awf,Uthmn b. Man and al-Arqam b. Abil-Arqam.

He was humble but in danger he took charge.

Characteristics of a Muslim: Humble, shy, modest but does not get

pushed around.

Bought into Islam by Abu Bakr.

Al- Ameen of the Ummah


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Notes He was sent on a number of sensitive missions, including the collection of

jizyahfrom Bahrain.

After the death of the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) when theCompanions were deciding on a new leader, Abu Ubaydah refused leadership andinstead pledged allegiance to Abu Bakr. He remained a close advisor to the firsttwo khalfahs.

During the rule of Umar b. al-Khab, Abu Ubaydah, while leading theMuslim army in Syria, was stricken with the plague after he refused to leave hissoldiers. His last advice to the ummahwas:

Let me give you some advice that will cause you to be

on the path of goodness always. Establish prayer, fastin Raman, give adaqah, and perform Umrah and ajj.Remain united and support one another. Be sincere toyour leaders and do not conceal anything from them. Donot let the world destroy you for even if a man were to livea thousand years, he would still end up with this fate thatyou see me in.

The Prophet Muammad (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) was reported to havesaid, Verily every nation has an amn(a trustworthy custodian) and you are thecustodian of this ummah. (Muslim)

II. THE CUSTODIAN OF THE UMMA

Bahrain was the east province of Saudi Arabia) Islam was not forced on them and

they were required to pay jizyah.

Umar (RA) nominated him because he was the Messenger of Allah (SA) called him

Al-Ameen of the ummah. He refused leadership before Abu Bakr.

He refused to leave even when Umar (RA) wrote to him and told him to

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Notes Ibn Masd had a deep, penetrating understanding of the Book of Allh. This

was illustrated in his own words: By Him besides Whom there is no god, no verseof the Book of Allh has been revealed without my knowing where it was revealedand the circumstances of its revelation. By Allh, if I knew there was anyone whoknew more of the Book of Allh, I will do whatever is in my power to be withhim. (ifaPg. 64)

Once Umar met a caravan during his days as khalfah. He asked where theywere coming from and the reply came, From a deep valley (min fajj amq). Heasked them where they are going and the reply came, ilal-baytl-atq(to theancient house). Umar then realized that there was a learned person amongthem. He then commanded them to ask this person:

1. Which part of the Qurn is the greatest?The answer came: (Sratl-Baqarah: 255).

2. Which part of the Qurn is the most clear on justice?(Answer: Sratl-Nal: 90)

III. THE MASTER OF AL-QURA

Saying of Ibn Masood(RA): O People! Whoever knows something then let him say it

(speak of it), and whoever doesnt know then let him say Allaahu Alam (Allaah knows

best), for it is a sign of having knowledge to say about that which one doesnt know

Allaahu Alam

Allah: There is no god but He, the Living, the

All-Sustaining. Neither dozing overtakes Him

nor sleep. To Him belongs all that is in theheavens and all that is on the earth. Who can

intercede with Him without His permission? He

knows what is before them and what is behind

them; while they encompass nothing of His knowledge,

except what He wills. His Kursiyy (Chair) extends to the Heavens and to the

Earth, and it does not weary Him to look after them. He is the All-High, the Supreme.

Allah enjoins to do justice and to adopt good behavior

and to give relatives (their due rights), and forbids

shameful acts, evil deeds and oppressive attitude.

He exhorts you, so that you may be mindful.


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1. How did Ibn Masd become a master of the Qurn?

2. What were his most important qualities?

3. What do you understand from his answers to Umarsquestions?


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Notes Muab b. Umayr (rayAllhu anhu) was born into luxury and wealth in

Makkah and from an early age got special attention and care.

He was considered the best dressed and most intelligent, handsome youngman of his time.

Even the nobility of Quraysh honored him and gave him a seat in theirgatherings. He was therefore well informed of the events of Arabia.

With the advent of the teachings of Islam in Makkah, the whole societybuzzed with curiosity and anxiety.

Muab was informed of Muammads secret meetings at the house ofal-Arqam near the mount of al-afa. One day, he proceeded to the house andwitnessed the Prophets teachings and the recitation of Qurn himself.

IV. THE FIRST AMBASSADOR OF ISLAM


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Notes Although there were older, more experienced companions, Muab was

chosen for his character, fine manners, knowledge and recitation of Qurn andsharp intellect. He was the perfect diyah, a natural communicator.

He entered Madnah as a guest of Asad b. Zurrah of the Khazraj tribe andtogether they went out to the homes and gatherings of the people.

By the grace of Allh, many people accepted Islam including Usayd b.Khuayr, Sad b. Mudh and Sad b. Ubdah, three notables of Yathrib.

Within a year of his arrival in the city, Islam spread rapidly and took holdin almost every household. The stage was set for the Second Pledge of al-Aqabahwhere the representatives of Yathrib pledged to protect the Prophet with theirlives.

IV. THE FIRST AMBASSADOR OF ISLAM

Once Mus'ab and Sa'd were sitting near a well in an orchard of the Zafar clan. With them were a number of new Muslims and others w

interested in Islam. Usayd ibn Khudayr, approached in rage, brandishing a spear. Mus'ab, displayed all the calm and tact of a great da

abusive and threatened Mus'ab and his host. Mus'ab did not compel him to anything, nor denounced him, he only invited him to listen.

expounded the truths of Islam and recited the Qur'an. It was clear that Islam had entered Usayd's heart. He asked Mus'ab what he sho

to the religion, to which Mus'ab replied that he should purify himself and his clothes and then utter the testimony of truth (al-shahadah),

salat. Usayd left the gathering, returned after a brief absence, and testified that there is no god but God and that Muhammad is His Me

There were 75 representative and 2 of them were women.


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1. Does Muab b. Umayr remind you of anybody in todaysummah?

2. What made him the right choice to do outreach to Yathrib?

3. How was he effective in dawah?

4. What were the verses revealed in Qurn that completed thewords of Muab in the battle of Uud?

5. Are we in need of this type of personality today?


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Notes He was named Muammad before he accepted Islam although he was not an

Arab but an ally (alf) of the Aws tribe of Yathrib.

Muammad b. Maslamah was tall, dark and powerful, a giant among thecompanions of the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) in body and in deeds.

He accepted Islam at the hands of Muab b. Umayr before Usayd b. Huayrand Sad b. Mudh.

When the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) came to Madnah andstrengthened the bonds of brotherhood between the believers by pairing themoff, Muammad b. Maslamah was joined with Abu Ubaydah b. al-Jarr.

Like Abu Ubaydah, he was quiet, thoughtful, trustworthy and courageousin battle. He was a distinguished horseman who performed a number of amazingfeats of bravery in the path of Allh.

V. THE KNIGHT OF THE PROPHEallallhu alayhi wa salla

He was of African origin

They were both introverts, modest, quiet, pensive, thoughtful and courageous


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Notes Ibn Maslamah was sent on special missions to make sure the governors of

the provinces distributed their wealth properly and kept Islamic discipline. Umareven sent him to burn down the palace of Sad b. Abi Waqqs that he had built atKfah. Sad did not say a word although he was the commander of the forces thatconquered the Persian dynasty.

When the civil war broke out in the time of Uthmn b. Affn, Muammaddid not participate but broke the sword given to him by the Prophet (allallhualayhi wa sallam) himself. He made a sword of wood and hung it inside his houseto frighten any wrongdoers. By refusing to use the sword against Muslims, hepreserved his reputation and ended his life in Madnah.

V. THE KNIGHT OF THE PROPHEallallhu alayhi wa salla

He dies 46 years after hijrah and he was 77 years old.


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Notes In Yathrib, Salmn toiled as a slave, awaiting the expected prophet. On the

coming of Muammad (allallhu alayhi wa sallam), Salmns hopes were fulfilled.

Salmn tested the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) by offering him datesthat were charity, offering him a gift, and looking for the sign of prophethoodbetween his shoulder blades.

The Messenger of Allh (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) refused to eat fromtheadaqah(charity), shared in the gift, and showed Salmn the mark of theprophethood.

The Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) and his companions paid the pricefor Salmns freedom and he became part of the Muslim community. He wasimmediately integrated into the community and was made a brother to Abud-Dard.

VI. THE FIRST TRANSLATOR OF THE MEANING OF AL-QURA


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1. What was the significance of the flame to the Majs?

2. What were the signs of the Prophethood that Salmn waslooking for?

3. What was the last sign between the Prophets shoulderblades?

4. Why was Salmns role in the Battle of the Trench sosignificant?

5. What is the implication of Salmn being called ahll-bayt?


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Notes Abu Ayyb, or Khlid b. Zayd b. Kulayb, of Banu Najjr had a unique position

with the Prophet Muammad (allallhu alayhi wa sallam).

He was a prominent part of Yathrib and one of the representatives whoswore allegiance to the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) at the Second Pledgeof al-Aqabah.

When the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) reached Madnah after hislong and dangerous hijrah, the whole city came out to greet him and every familywanted the honor of hosting him.

Instead of making a personal decision, the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wasallam) let his camel decide, saying, It is under command. The camel finallyrested in front of the house of Abu Ayyb al-anri.

Abu Ayyb and his wife opened their doors and went to extremes in serving

the Messenger of Allh and making him comfortable, even refusing to sleep abovethe Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) in their two-storey house.

VII. THE HOST OF THE PROPHEallallhu alayhi wa salla

The name of the Camel was Al-Qaswa


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Notes Abud-Dard recognized the rights he had towards himself and his family,

but his duties to his Lord remained dominant over any time of rest. Through histireless worship and remembrance of Allh, he emerged with invaluable wisdom.One day, a man came to Abud-Dard and said, Give me advice! Abud-Dardanswered, Remember Allh in distress, He will remember you in prosperity. Ifyou attempt anything then first (try to) understand what the result will be.

One of his deep sayings about piety was: If I knew that Allh would acceptjust a single prayer of mine, that would be more beloved to me than owning thewhole world and what it encompasses; for Allh says, Verily Allh accepts onlyfrom those who are conscious of Him. (Al-Midah, 27)

He also said, Were it not for three things, I would not wish to stay in thisworld. They asked, What are they? He explained, The lowering of my face

during prostration to the Creator, day and night; the thirst of the midday heat(because of fasting); and gatherings with those who select their words as if theywere selecting fruit.

Once Abud-Dard passed a group of people crowding around a man. Theybegan insulting and beating the man. He came up to them and said, Whats thematter? This is a man who has committed a grave sin, they replied. Whatdo you think you would do if he had fallen into a well? asked Abud-Dard.

Wouldnt you try to get him out? Certainly, they said. Dont insult and dontbeat him. Instead admonish him and make him aware of the consequences ofwhat he had done. Then give praise to Allh who has preserved you from fallinginto such a sin. Dont you hate him? they asked Abud-Dard. I only detestwhat he has done and if he abandons such practice, he is my brother. The manbegan to cry and publicly announced his repentance.

VIII. THE WISE MAN OF THIS UMMA


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1. How did Abu Ayyb and Abud-Dard live up to the title ofal-Anri?

2.What were the most prominent qualities of the two men?

3. Where is the grave of Abu Ayyb today?

4. What are some of the important gems of Abu Dardaswisdom?

5. What value would this be for Muslims today?

Humility: Know that you are actually serving people

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Notes The role of women in the development of early Islam has been

misunderstood and sometimes downplayed.

Women were a vital part of the ummahfrom its inception.

Khadjah bint Khuwaylid was not only the first to believe, but also she helpedto consolidate the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) and his companions in theearly days.

Sumayyah, the wife of Ysir and mother of Ammr, was the firstshahdah(martyr) from the Prophet Muammad (allallhu alayhi wa sallam)s followers.

ishah bint Abi Bakr memorized and narrated more than two thousandadth(sayings of the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam)).

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Notes When Muammad was six years old, minah and Barakah made the perilous

journey north to visit the grave of Abdullh. minah became deathly ill andcommended her son to the care of Barakah. Be a mother to him, Barakah, anddont ever leave him, she said.

Barakah buried minah with her own hands, comforted the child andreturned him to his grandfather in Makkah. Abdl-Mualib soon died andMuammads uncle Abu lib took over as his protector. Wherever he went,Barakah was there for him, even in his matrimonial home with Khadjah!

She eventually married Ubayd b. Zayd of the Khazraj, went to Yathriband gave birth to a son, Ayman. Thereafter she was called Umm Ayman. Thismarriage did not last long for her husband passed way. Barakah returned to herson Muammad and his wife Khadjah.

Umm Ayman and Zayd b. rithah accepted Islam with the household of theProphet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) in the early days of the message. They werepart of a type of secret information service for the new Muslims, as they wouldcarry valuable information through the roadblocks and obstacles of the mushrikn(polytheists) to the house of al-Arqam.

X. THE SECOND MOTHER OF THE PROPHEallallhu alayhi wa salla

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MESSENGER OF ALLAH(allallhu alayhi wa sallam)


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Notes Umm Salamah cried for a whole year in her captivity and was finally

released to make the perilous journey to Madnah with her son. With Allhs Helpand then the chivalrous protection of Uthmn b. alah, they were reunited withAbu Salamah and took their place with the believers.

Abu Salamah was wounded in the battle of Badr and eventually succumbedto his injuries. On his deathbed he related to Umm Salamah, I heard theMessenger of Allh saying, Whenever a calamity afflicts anyone, he should say,Surely from Allh we are and to Him we shall certainly return. And he wouldpray, O Lord, give me in return something good from it which only You, Exaltedand Mighty, can give.

She made this duat her husbands death but wondered who would bebetter than him. Allh gave her a better husband in the Messenger of Allh

(allallhu alayhi wa sallam) himself!

XI. THE HIDDEN ADVISOR OF THE MESSENGER OF ALLAallallhu alayhi wa salla

The family of Uthman b. Talhah, are the keepers of the key to the kaabah even today.

Umm Salamah said that such a decent, pure-hearted man, with not a trace of evil in him would

be difficult to find. Whenever they reached a camping site he would tie the camel to a tree and

move far away to lie down and rest. So she also had some privacy and could rest at ease,

relaxed with her children. When it was time to resume the journey he would bring the camel

and make it sit down. Once she got on the camel's back with her children, he would take the

bridle in his hand and start walking.

When she finished the prescribed period of waiting, Abu Bakr As-Siddiq sent a proposal of

marriage to her, but she refused. Then 'Umar bin Khattab proposed and she refused him as

well. Then the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) proposed. She told him that she

had three reservations regarding his proposal. She was extremely prone to jealousy; she felt

she might be rude to the Prophet of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him), and thus lose the

reward for all her good deeds. Secondly, she was an elderly lady; thirdly, she had, many children.

The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) answered that he would pray to Allah, and

Allah willing, her jealousy would subside. As far as age was concerned, he was also an elderly

man. Thirdly, as far as her children were concerned - that was the precise reason for proposing

to her - he wished to be their guardian and share the responsibility.


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PART XII THEREPRESENTATIVEO F T H E W O M E N

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Notes Ibn Qumayah struck her with a fierce blow to the shoulder in Uud, but she

dealt him several blows in exchange. The Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam)used to visit her to see what her condition was.

Nuaybah reported, The Messenger of Allh came to visit me and I offeredhim a vegetable dish and barley bread. He took some of it. He said, Come andeat. I said, Messenger of Allh, I am fasting. He said, When someone eats in thepresence of someone who is fasting, the angels continue to bless him until hefinishes his food.

After the death of the Messenger of Allh, she continued serving the Muslimummahand even went out to the Battle of Yammah against Musaylimah, theLiar. She again received over twelve wounds and got her hand cut off.

This heroism never stopped her from fulfilling her role as a mother, afaithful wife and a loyal believer!

XII. THE REPRESENTATIVE OF THE WOMEN OF AL-MADINA

She died during the caliphate of Umar (RA).


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D E C I S I V EA C T I O N S I N T H E S H A D O W S


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Notes Al-Arqam had given his place as aadaqah(charity or waqfendowment) in

the name of his son.

This unselfish action had far reaching implications, for drl-Arqamnurturedthe young community and gave a home to the last Divine message to humanity.

ONE OF THE

GREATEST SALES IN HISTORY

Twenty years before the Prophet Muammad (allallhu alayhi wa sallam)smission, an Arab governor of the Persian city of Uballah in Iraq, Sinn b. Mlik,lived in luxury with his children.

His blond-haired son named uhayb was captured by Byzantine raiders atthe young age of five.

He was sold in the slave market of Constantinople in the Roman Empire andspent his youth in bondage.

XIII. DECISIVE ACTIONS IN THE SHADOW

It was a Sadaqa ul- Jarriya

For 20 years.

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Notes uhayb stayed by the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam)s side through all

of the major incidents in Makkah and Madnah.

The khalfahUmar b. al-Khab even chose him to lead the ummahafter hehad been stabbed and while the six leadingabahdecided on the new leader!

uhayb sold his property to Allh and gained eternal bliss!

He is considered by many historians to be Sbiql-Rm, the forerunner ofthe Roman (European) Muslims.


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Notes After the third day, the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) released him

and he set off out of the city. Allh had opened his heart and he returned to theProphet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) to announce his Islam!

He pledged himself to Islam and was told to continue on his Umrahbut thistime for Allh. He entered Makkah shouting the talbiyahin the Islamic fashionand was nearly killed by the Quraysh.

They feared his tribe so they allowed him to perform his rites and leave forNajd. He declared a boycott on all supplies going to Makkah. It was so effectivethat the Quraysh had to plead with the Prophet to have it lifted.

The Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) lifted the embargo but the Qurayshhad suffered a terrible physical and psychological blow. This eventually led to theOpening of Makkah.


He said: O Muhammad, by God, there was never on this earth a face more detestable than

yours. Now, yours is the dearest face of all to me.

He was told to continue his Umrah to repent for his sins.

Makkah was doing through a drought at this time so they really needed the support from

Najd.

He fought Musailimah, the liar.

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Notes Al-ufayl b. Amr al-Dawsi was a well-known Arab leader, famous for his

good works and his character. He would feed the poor, shelter and comfortrefugees and assist those in distress.

He was highly interested in literature and distinguished himself as a masterpoet. He had tremendous influence over people with his sensitive, delicateexpressions.

In the early Makkan period, al-ufayl journeyed from his village of Tihmahin southern Arabia and set out for Makkah. This occurred during the height ofthe early struggle between the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) and paganQuraysh.

He was respected by the Quraysh and on entering Makkah found himselfimmersed in a new battle of words. The nobles of Makkah informed him thatMuammad had disrespected their religion and bewitched the people with hisstrange yet captivating speech.

XIV. A VALUABLE TRANSFORMATIO

Arabs were masters of their language. Poets were very valuable to them.

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Notes When the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) heard of the reluctance of

Daws, he prayed for them and asked for guidance, instructing al-ufayl, Go backto your people, befriend them, treat them gently and invite them to Islam.

Al-ufayl worked tirelessly among his people and by the time of Khaybar,eighty families came to Madnah to announce their Islam. He stayed with theProphet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) until the liberation of Makkah and thedestruction of the idols.

He was then sent back to his people to purify them of idolatry. Back inTihmah, the people of Daws were afraid of the ramifications of the destructionof their god. When ufayl set fire to it, he released them from shirk(polytheism)and the whole tribe embraced Islam at once. What an amazing achievement for adevoted individual!

XIV. A VALUABLE TRANSFORMATIO

He was martyred in the battle of Yamama.


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Notes Because of the last quality, the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) confided

in him the names of the munfiqn(hypocrites). He had to watch this dangerousgroup and shield the Muslims from their evil plots. For this, he became known asthe keeper of the secrets of Allhs Messenger (allallhu alayhi wa sallam).

Throughout his life, udhayfah remained true to his responsibility andwas even asked to undertake secret missions for the Messenger of Allh. Inthe darkest days of the Battle of the Trench, he was sent across enemy linesto determine what the position of the Quraysh would be. It was an extremelydifficult task but udhayfah managed to maintain his secrecy and return with theinformation of the enemies withdrawal.

He lived in constant fear of evil, corruption and deception. He felt that evilwas much more evasive and difficult to recognize. He reported a number of

adthfrom the Messenger of Allh (allallhu alayhi wa sallam) in this area andbecame a source of moral guidance in times offitnah(trials, tribulations).

Even after the death of the Prophet (allallhu alayhi wa sallam), he neverrevealed the names of the hypocrites but remained vigilant of hypocrisywherever he found it. During the khilfahof Umar, he was given theresponsibility to lead an army and then govern a province in Iraq. Despite thispower and wealth, he stayed true to the example of the Prophet (allallhu alayhi

wa sallam).

XV. THE KEEPER OF SECRETS OF ALLAHS MESSENGEallallhu alayhi wa salla

Omar was swearing him by Allah: Am I among these hypocrites? in which he Hudhayfah replied that he wasn't.

Abu Sufyan got up and told everyone to check the person sitting beside them. On hearing this, Hudhayfah

immediately grasped the hand of the man next to him and asked, 'Who are you?' (putting him on the

defensive and clearing himself). Abu Sufyan went on that they were leaving the battle and he then went to

his camel, untethered and mounted it. Hudhayfah(RA) said ff the Messenger of God had not instructed him

to do nothing until he returned to him, he would have killed Abu Sufyan then and there with an arrow.


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?Notes

1.What important qualities did udhayfah possess?

2. What do you get from this adth that will be useful today?

3. How could udhayfahs example be of benefit to the Muslimworld?


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My Mini Gemboard

* To get you started:

The cause of pain is rarelythe source of pain. Although Allh taala may

punish a nation, Allh taala is NOT the source ofthe pain. Their actions are the source. So insteadof whining about God, they should look into their

hearts and deeds and wipe out the source.

- cool quotes by ustadh


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