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Loyal in Life and Death
Sayyiduna Sa’d bin Rabee’ (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) was a distinguished Sahaabi of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam). He belonged to the Khazraj tribe of Madeenah Munawwarah and was among those who pledged allegiance to Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) during the pledge of ‘Aqabah. Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) also appointed him as one of the twelve leaders of the Ansaar. (Usdul Ghaabah vol. 2, pg. 293)
When the Muhaajireen arrived in Madeenah Munawwarah, Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) established the bond of brotherhood among …
The Legacy by which We are Remembered
In every age, people are remembered not merely by their names, but by the mark they leave behind. A title, an association or a distinction often becomes the identifier of a person long after he has departed from this world.
In the early generations of Islam, the most honoured titles were those linked to sacrifice and service in the cause of Allah Ta‘ala. A person would be known as a Muhaajir — one who left his homeland for the sake …
Before the Marketplace Closes
There was once a trader who rented a shop in the busiest marketplace of the city. The terms were clear: the rent was high, but the foot traffic was unmatched. For one month only, the crowds would pour in like never before. Other traders prepared weeks in advance — stocking shelves, arranging displays and planning every hour. This trader, however, opened his shop late, closed early, argued with customers and spent long stretches sitting idly while people passed by his door.
