THE HEROIC SAGA OF AL-BARĀ’ IBN MĀLIK

In the Name of Allāh.

O Muslims, gather around and let’s read the heroic saga of Al-Barā’ Ibn Mālik (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anhu), the valiant warrior of Islām. With unflinching bravery and unwavering faith, he fought in the heat of battles, his heart yearning for martyrdom.

There was a vicious war against the deceit of Musaylimah who claimed to be a Prophet during the reign of Abu Bakr (…

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A MAJOR OF THE ASH’ARĪ

In the Name of Allāh.

A man immediately departed from Yemen for Makkah to embrace the truth brought by the Prophet (ﷺ), which earned him the status of a Ṣaḥābi (companion). Afterward, he returned to his homeland to share the message with his people. It is no surprise that he later migrated to meet the Prophet (ﷺ) in Madīnah, accompanied by over fifty of his people who had also accepted …

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THE NOBLE NEIGHBOR

In the Name of Allāh.

It was a fabulous day, like many others, when the Prophet (ﷺ) made Hijrah to Madīnah (from Makkah). The people of Madīnah (i.e. the Ansar) welcomed him with great vehemence. They wished to honor the Prophet (ﷺ) by having him in their respective home. Surprisingly, the camel of the Prophet (ﷺ), which was under command continued till he reached the house of a great …

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I AM ABU DUJĀNAH

In the Name of Allāh.

It’s another episode of our weekly Seerah. Praise to Allāh, the Lord of all that exists. Anas Ibn Mālik (RadiyaLlahu ‘Anhu) reported that Allāh’s Messenger (ﷺ) took hold of his sword on the Day of Uhud and said: “Who will take the sword from me?” All the people (present) stretched their hands saying: “I will do it, I will do it.” He (Allāh’s …

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