“The first House ever to be built for people was at Bakkah (Mecca) blessed and a guidance for the worlds. In it there are clear signs; The station where Abraham stood. Whoever enters it let him be safe. Pilgrimage to the House is a duty to Allah For all who can make the journey. And whosoever disbelieves, Allah is Rich, independent of all the worlds.” Al-Quran 3:96−97
The blessed month of Ramadan had come and gone. Not long after the Prophet (sa) had a vision in which he saw himself with his head shaven entering Ka'ba with its key. When the Prophet (sa) told his companions of the vision great elation spread amongst the majority when he announced his intention to lead them on pilgrimage to the Sacred House. However, there were some hypocrites that decided they would not to go with him on account of the fact that there would be no spoils of war to bring home. It had been several years since the would−be pilgrims had been able to visit the House of Allah.
Their hearts yearned to offer their prayers at the Ka'ba once more and so preparations commenced with the white robes of pilgrimage being made ready and the purchase of seventy sacrificial camels to be offered upon the completion of the pilgrimage. The Prophet (sa) prepared himself by shaving his head and dressed in the same white clothes that all the other pilgrims wore, then, lots were cast to see which of his wives should accompany him and the lot fell in favor of Lady Umm Salamah. Although the pilgrimage was to take place in one of the sacred months, months in which all forms of hostilities are strictly forbidden, Sa’ad Ubadah's son and Omar were of the opinion that they should, nevertheless, go fully armed to protect themselves just in case the Koraysh should take advantage of their vulnerability, and try to attack them. The Prophet (sa) was not agreeable to the suggestion and declared, "I will not carry arms, I go only to offer the pilgrimage." When the day arrived, one thousand, four hundred pilgrims left Medina for Mecca dressed in regular attire. At the first halt the Prophet (sa) asked for one of the sacrificial camels to be brought to him, as it stood before him he made the intention to sacrifice it, then, adorned it with garlands around its neck, after which he marked it on its right side and told the pilgrims that they should do likewise. After the dedication of the camels many pilgrims dressed themselves in their white robes in preparation for making their personal intention to offer their pilgrimage. However, some delayed as they intended to hunt as once a pilgrim puts on his pilgrimage robes hunting is no longer permissible to him until the completion of the pilgrimage. Those now dressed in pilgrim's robes followed the example of the Prophet (sa) saying, "Labbayk Allahumma Labbayk," which means, "Here I am O Allah, obedient to You," a supplication which is made by every pilgrim since the time of Prophet Abraham up to this day. Shortly after the dedication of the camels, the Prophet (sa) sent a man from the tribe of Khuzah −− a branch of the tribe of Ka'b −− to observe the reaction of the Koraysh.
The blessed month of Ramadan had come and gone. Not long after the Prophet (sa) had a vision in which he saw himself with his head shaven entering Ka'ba with its key. When the Prophet (sa) told his companions of the vision great elation spread amongst the majority when he announced his intention to lead them on pilgrimage to the Sacred House. However, there were some hypocrites that decided they would not to go with him on account of the fact that there would be no spoils of war to bring home. It had been several years since the would−be pilgrims had been able to visit the House of Allah.
Their hearts yearned to offer their prayers at the Ka'ba once more and so preparations commenced with the white robes of pilgrimage being made ready and the purchase of seventy sacrificial camels to be offered upon the completion of the pilgrimage. The Prophet (sa) prepared himself by shaving his head and dressed in the same white clothes that all the other pilgrims wore, then, lots were cast to see which of his wives should accompany him and the lot fell in favor of Lady Umm Salamah. Although the pilgrimage was to take place in one of the sacred months, months in which all forms of hostilities are strictly forbidden, Sa’ad Ubadah's son and Omar were of the opinion that they should, nevertheless, go fully armed to protect themselves just in case the Koraysh should take advantage of their vulnerability, and try to attack them. The Prophet (sa) was not agreeable to the suggestion and declared, "I will not carry arms, I go only to offer the pilgrimage." When the day arrived, one thousand, four hundred pilgrims left Medina for Mecca dressed in regular attire. At the first halt the Prophet (sa) asked for one of the sacrificial camels to be brought to him, as it stood before him he made the intention to sacrifice it, then, adorned it with garlands around its neck, after which he marked it on its right side and told the pilgrims that they should do likewise. After the dedication of the camels many pilgrims dressed themselves in their white robes in preparation for making their personal intention to offer their pilgrimage. However, some delayed as they intended to hunt as once a pilgrim puts on his pilgrimage robes hunting is no longer permissible to him until the completion of the pilgrimage. Those now dressed in pilgrim's robes followed the example of the Prophet (sa) saying, "Labbayk Allahumma Labbayk," which means, "Here I am O Allah, obedient to You," a supplication which is made by every pilgrim since the time of Prophet Abraham up to this day. Shortly after the dedication of the camels, the Prophet (sa) sent a man from the tribe of Khuzah −− a branch of the tribe of Ka'b −− to observe the reaction of the Koraysh.
THE KORAYSH LEARN OF THE INTENDED PILGRIMAGE
As soon as the word reached Mecca of the Muslims intent to offer their pilgrimage at Ka'ba they were gripped in a state of panic. The fact that those who reported their approach told them that they bore no arms, that is, with the exception of a few carrying their sheathed hunting knives, which could not, by any means, be taken as a threat against them, did not help the matter. Shortly after their approach had been announced, the Koraysh chieftains called for a meeting of the utmost urgency in the House of Assembly to establish the course of action they should take.
As soon as the word reached Mecca of the Muslims intent to offer their pilgrimage at Ka'ba they were gripped in a state of panic. The fact that those who reported their approach told them that they bore no arms, that is, with the exception of a few carrying their sheathed hunting knives, which could not, by any means, be taken as a threat against them, did not help the matter. Shortly after their approach had been announced, the Koraysh chieftains called for a meeting of the utmost urgency in the House of Assembly to establish the course of action they should take.
TWO FACTORS
There were two factors at stake; since the time of, Prophets Abraham and Ishmael, the Ka'ba had always been a place where pilgrims from all over Arabia and beyond had been free to come to offer their pilgrimage. The Koraysh had, since the very early days, been the guardians of Ka'ba and never in the history of Mecca had a pilgrim been prevented from entering the City. The opposite had always been the case, they had been welcomed and afforded the traditional hospitality of food and water which was an obligatory honor upon the tribes of the Koraysh. The problem that now presented itself was if the Koraysh refused to permit the Muslims to offer their pilgrimage, their much coveted honor would be at stake, and soon all Arabia would learn of their refusal to admit the Muslim pilgrims. On the other hand if they let the Muslims enter Mecca it would be yet another moral victory for them especially in the light of their recently failed attempt to conquer Medina. After great deliberation it was agreed that despite their situation, on no account would they permit them to enter Mecca, and so Khalid −− who had led the Koraysh against the Muslims at Uhud −− with a cavalry of two hundred was dispatched to prevent the Muslims from entering the City.
There were two factors at stake; since the time of, Prophets Abraham and Ishmael, the Ka'ba had always been a place where pilgrims from all over Arabia and beyond had been free to come to offer their pilgrimage. The Koraysh had, since the very early days, been the guardians of Ka'ba and never in the history of Mecca had a pilgrim been prevented from entering the City. The opposite had always been the case, they had been welcomed and afforded the traditional hospitality of food and water which was an obligatory honor upon the tribes of the Koraysh. The problem that now presented itself was if the Koraysh refused to permit the Muslims to offer their pilgrimage, their much coveted honor would be at stake, and soon all Arabia would learn of their refusal to admit the Muslim pilgrims. On the other hand if they let the Muslims enter Mecca it would be yet another moral victory for them especially in the light of their recently failed attempt to conquer Medina. After great deliberation it was agreed that despite their situation, on no account would they permit them to enter Mecca, and so Khalid −− who had led the Koraysh against the Muslims at Uhud −− with a cavalry of two hundred was dispatched to prevent the Muslims from entering the City.
KHALID'S ATTEMPT TO STOP THE PROPHET (sa) ENTERING MECCA
The Khuzah scout rejoined his fellow pilgrims at a place called Usfan and related the news of Khalid's intended blockade to the Prophet (sa). Upon learning their plans the Prophet (sa) enlisted the help of a pilgrim from the tribe of Aslam, who knew the area well, to lead them through the rugged mountain passes away from Khalid and then down into Mecca. It wasn't until it was too late that Khalid spotted a cloud of dust in the distance that he realized the Muslims had taken the mountain route, a route virtually impossible for him and his men to pursue, so with all haste he sped back to Mecca to warn the Koraysh of their approach via the mountains. The journey through the mountains proved to be both tiring and arduous, however it was of no concern to the pilgrims. When they reached easier terrain the Prophet (sa) turned to the pilgrims and told them to supplicate saying, "We ask Allah to forgive us and we repent to Him", and with humble hearts the pilgrims supplicated.
The Khuzah scout rejoined his fellow pilgrims at a place called Usfan and related the news of Khalid's intended blockade to the Prophet (sa). Upon learning their plans the Prophet (sa) enlisted the help of a pilgrim from the tribe of Aslam, who knew the area well, to lead them through the rugged mountain passes away from Khalid and then down into Mecca. It wasn't until it was too late that Khalid spotted a cloud of dust in the distance that he realized the Muslims had taken the mountain route, a route virtually impossible for him and his men to pursue, so with all haste he sped back to Mecca to warn the Koraysh of their approach via the mountains. The journey through the mountains proved to be both tiring and arduous, however it was of no concern to the pilgrims. When they reached easier terrain the Prophet (sa) turned to the pilgrims and told them to supplicate saying, "We ask Allah to forgive us and we repent to Him", and with humble hearts the pilgrims supplicated.
HUDAYBIYAH
Upon reaching a place called Hudaybiyah, which lies not far from Mecca on the boundaries of the sacred land, the Prophet's favorite camel, Kaswa −− the camel he had ridden during his migration to Medina several years before −− suddenly knelt down and refused to go any further. At first the pilgrims thought she must be tired or perhaps a little stubborn, but the Prophet (sa) told them, "The same Power that prevented the elephant from entering Mecca is now preventing us," whereupon the Prophet (sa) gave the instructions to strike camp.
Upon reaching a place called Hudaybiyah, which lies not far from Mecca on the boundaries of the sacred land, the Prophet's favorite camel, Kaswa −− the camel he had ridden during his migration to Medina several years before −− suddenly knelt down and refused to go any further. At first the pilgrims thought she must be tired or perhaps a little stubborn, but the Prophet (sa) told them, "The same Power that prevented the elephant from entering Mecca is now preventing us," whereupon the Prophet (sa) gave the instructions to strike camp.
THE MIRACLE OF THE WATER
As the pilgrims set about striking camp, some went in search of water. Eventually they came across a well, however, it was almost dry so they returned to inform the Prophet (sa) whereupon he returned with them to the well. Upon reaching it he sat down beside it, then blew some salvia in to the well and supplicated. Suddenly, water gushed forth and the pilgrims filled their water−skins and watered their animals. When the need for more water arose, some of the pilgrims went to the Prophet (sa) to inform them of their circumstances. As they approached they saw the Prophet (sa) completing his ablution with water that had been poured into a vessel. After he had finished his companions told him that they had no more water and that his ablution water was all that remained. Upon hearing this, the Prophet (sa) dipped his hands into the vessel and water began to flow from his fingers, just like springs, so that the need of each and every pilgrim was satisfied.
As the pilgrims set about striking camp, some went in search of water. Eventually they came across a well, however, it was almost dry so they returned to inform the Prophet (sa) whereupon he returned with them to the well. Upon reaching it he sat down beside it, then blew some salvia in to the well and supplicated. Suddenly, water gushed forth and the pilgrims filled their water−skins and watered their animals. When the need for more water arose, some of the pilgrims went to the Prophet (sa) to inform them of their circumstances. As they approached they saw the Prophet (sa) completing his ablution with water that had been poured into a vessel. After he had finished his companions told him that they had no more water and that his ablution water was all that remained. Upon hearing this, the Prophet (sa) dipped his hands into the vessel and water began to flow from his fingers, just like springs, so that the need of each and every pilgrim was satisfied.
THE CHIEFTAIN’S GIFT
The Prophet (sa) had been given a gift of some camels and sheep by two Bedouin chieftains from the tribe of Khuzah and so the animals were slaughtered and the pilgrims ate their fill. The tribe of Khuzah had not as a whole entered the fold of Islam although they inclined towards it as did their branch tribes of Aslam, Mustalik and Ka'b, however, they had allied themselves to the Prophet (sa). The alliance not only benefited the Muslims but also the Khuzah as they had, for many years, been adversaries of the Bani Bakr who had strengthened their position by allying themselves to the Koraysh. These alliances were, within the course of a short time, destined to play a crucial role between the Muslims and the Koraysh.
The Prophet (sa) had been given a gift of some camels and sheep by two Bedouin chieftains from the tribe of Khuzah and so the animals were slaughtered and the pilgrims ate their fill. The tribe of Khuzah had not as a whole entered the fold of Islam although they inclined towards it as did their branch tribes of Aslam, Mustalik and Ka'b, however, they had allied themselves to the Prophet (sa). The alliance not only benefited the Muslims but also the Khuzah as they had, for many years, been adversaries of the Bani Bakr who had strengthened their position by allying themselves to the Koraysh. These alliances were, within the course of a short time, destined to play a crucial role between the Muslims and the Koraysh.
THE PEACEFUL WAYS OF THE PROPHET (sa)
A man by the name of Budayl and his companions who inclined towards the Prophet (sa) happened to be in Mecca during this time so they left Mecca and made their way to Hudaybiyah to inform the Prophet (sa) of the hostile atmosphere. When they reached him they told him, "They are swearing by Allah that they will never leave a way open between you and the House until all their warriors lie dead!" The Prophet (sa) told Budayl, "We did not come here to fight, we come only to offer the circumambulation around the House. Whosoever tries to prevent us, we will oppose, but I will give them time to make their arrangements to leave the way unhindered for us." In an effort to mediate, Budayl and his companions returned to Mecca only to be shunned by many. They approached Ikrima, son of the infamous Abu Jahl and tried to tell them of the Prophet's position, but he refused to listen. However, Safwan and Urwah happened to be present and told Ikrima that his attitude was unreasonable whereupon Safwan asked Budayl to tell him what had transpired at Hudaybiyah. Budayl told them that the Prophet's intent was none other than peaceful, and that he was prepared to give the Koraysh sufficient time to prepare themselves for their entrance. Urwah was of the opinion that the proposal was fair and that if it was not accepted it would harm them. He further suggested that he would go to the Prophet (sa), both as an envoy and as a scout, observe for himself the attitude of the pilgrims, return, and give them his opinion. His proposal was accepted and Urwah left for Hudaybiyah.
A man by the name of Budayl and his companions who inclined towards the Prophet (sa) happened to be in Mecca during this time so they left Mecca and made their way to Hudaybiyah to inform the Prophet (sa) of the hostile atmosphere. When they reached him they told him, "They are swearing by Allah that they will never leave a way open between you and the House until all their warriors lie dead!" The Prophet (sa) told Budayl, "We did not come here to fight, we come only to offer the circumambulation around the House. Whosoever tries to prevent us, we will oppose, but I will give them time to make their arrangements to leave the way unhindered for us." In an effort to mediate, Budayl and his companions returned to Mecca only to be shunned by many. They approached Ikrima, son of the infamous Abu Jahl and tried to tell them of the Prophet's position, but he refused to listen. However, Safwan and Urwah happened to be present and told Ikrima that his attitude was unreasonable whereupon Safwan asked Budayl to tell him what had transpired at Hudaybiyah. Budayl told them that the Prophet's intent was none other than peaceful, and that he was prepared to give the Koraysh sufficient time to prepare themselves for their entrance. Urwah was of the opinion that the proposal was fair and that if it was not accepted it would harm them. He further suggested that he would go to the Prophet (sa), both as an envoy and as a scout, observe for himself the attitude of the pilgrims, return, and give them his opinion. His proposal was accepted and Urwah left for Hudaybiyah.
THE MISCALCULATED INSULT
In the meantime, the Koraysh, who had allied themselves to the tribes of Ahabish, asked one if its chieftains named Hulays, from the tribe of Al Harith, a branch of the Kinanah, to also go and investigate. Hulays had taken part in the encounter at Uhud but had been appalled by Abu Sufyan's mutilation of the bodies of fallen Muslims; he was also known to be a man that respected religious rites. As the Prophet (sa) saw him approaching, he told the pilgrims to let the sacrificial camels wander freely towards him and this they did. When Hulays saw the garland camels coming towards him, it was enough to convince him that the intent was indeed peaceful and so he returned to Mecca. Upon his return he gave them his opinion, however, the Koraysh rebuked him harshly, and referred to him as being incapable of assessing the situation saying he was no more than a desert Arab, who knew little of these kind of affairs. It was a miscalculated insult. With authority
In the meantime, the Koraysh, who had allied themselves to the tribes of Ahabish, asked one if its chieftains named Hulays, from the tribe of Al Harith, a branch of the Kinanah, to also go and investigate. Hulays had taken part in the encounter at Uhud but had been appalled by Abu Sufyan's mutilation of the bodies of fallen Muslims; he was also known to be a man that respected religious rites. As the Prophet (sa) saw him approaching, he told the pilgrims to let the sacrificial camels wander freely towards him and this they did. When Hulays saw the garland camels coming towards him, it was enough to convince him that the intent was indeed peaceful and so he returned to Mecca. Upon his return he gave them his opinion, however, the Koraysh rebuked him harshly, and referred to him as being incapable of assessing the situation saying he was no more than a desert Arab, who knew little of these kind of affairs. It was a miscalculated insult. With authority
Hulays responded, "People of Koraysh, by Allah, it was not for this that we allied ourselves with you, neither are we with you in this concern. When someone comes to honor the House of Allah should they be barred from it? By Him in whose hand is my soul, you either let Muhammad do what he has come to do, or, I will withdraw each and every man of the Ahabish!" The Koraysh had not reckoned upon Hulays' response and now pleaded with him to delay taking action until they had chance to draw up terms acceptable to both parties.
URWAH'S AUDIENCE WITH THE PROPHET (sa)
By now, Urwah had reached the Prophet's camp and made straight for his tent. Urwah was made welcome and as they sat together Urwah addressed the Prophet (sa) at his own level and grasped hold of the Prophet's beard. Mughirah, who was standing near the Prophet (sa) tapped Urwah's hand gently with the flat of his sheathed sword as a warning and Urwah removed his hand. The conversation was quite lengthy and Urwah forgot himself again and once more took hold of the Prophet's beard whereupon Mughirah tapped him a little harder but this time said, "Take your hand from the Messenger of Allah's beard while it is still yours to take!" Urwah removed his hand immediately and did not forget his manners again.
By now, Urwah had reached the Prophet's camp and made straight for his tent. Urwah was made welcome and as they sat together Urwah addressed the Prophet (sa) at his own level and grasped hold of the Prophet's beard. Mughirah, who was standing near the Prophet (sa) tapped Urwah's hand gently with the flat of his sheathed sword as a warning and Urwah removed his hand. The conversation was quite lengthy and Urwah forgot himself again and once more took hold of the Prophet's beard whereupon Mughirah tapped him a little harder but this time said, "Take your hand from the Messenger of Allah's beard while it is still yours to take!" Urwah removed his hand immediately and did not forget his manners again.
HOW ALL MUSLIMS AND NON−MUSLIMS SHOULD RESPECT AND HONOR THE PROPHET (sa)
Urwah was constantly on his guard for signs of hidden hostility, however, he found none whatsoever and was very impressed by the way in which the Muslims respected and honored the Prophet (sa). Upon his return to Mecca he addressed the Koraysh saying, "I have been sent as an envoy to kings; to Chosroes and to the Negus, but I have never seen a king whose subjects honored any one of them as the followers of Muhammad honor Muhammad. When he orders anything they vie with one another to fulfill it. When he makes his ablution they almost fight over the remaining water. When he speaks, they become quiet and refrain from looking at him straight in the face, rather, they lower their eyes in humility before him. He has offered us a fair compromise, so accept it from him."
Urwah was constantly on his guard for signs of hidden hostility, however, he found none whatsoever and was very impressed by the way in which the Muslims respected and honored the Prophet (sa). Upon his return to Mecca he addressed the Koraysh saying, "I have been sent as an envoy to kings; to Chosroes and to the Negus, but I have never seen a king whose subjects honored any one of them as the followers of Muhammad honor Muhammad. When he orders anything they vie with one another to fulfill it. When he makes his ablution they almost fight over the remaining water. When he speaks, they become quiet and refrain from looking at him straight in the face, rather, they lower their eyes in humility before him. He has offered us a fair compromise, so accept it from him."
IKRIMA'S TREATMENT OF KHIRASH
Whilst Urwah was in the Prophet's camp, the Prophet (sa) had sent yet another envoy, on camel−back, by the name of Khirash from the tribe of Ka'b to Mecca. Khirash was met by Ikrima who wasted no time killing his camel and was about to turn on Khirash when Hulays and some of his tribesmen saw what had happened, restrained Ikrima and demanded that he should be allowed to return to the Prophet (sa).
Whilst Urwah was in the Prophet's camp, the Prophet (sa) had sent yet another envoy, on camel−back, by the name of Khirash from the tribe of Ka'b to Mecca. Khirash was met by Ikrima who wasted no time killing his camel and was about to turn on Khirash when Hulays and some of his tribesmen saw what had happened, restrained Ikrima and demanded that he should be allowed to return to the Prophet (sa).
OTHMAN NEGOTIATES WITH THE KORAYSH
When Khirash returned to the camp he went immediately to the Prophet (sa) and told him what had happened then advised him saying, "O Messenger of Allah (sa), send someone to them who is more respected than myself." The Prophet (sa) accepted his humble advice and called upon Omar, but Omar reminded him that the Koraysh were very hostile towards him and that there was no one in his own tribe strong enough to lend his support. Omar then suggested that Othman, Arfan’s son, should go on account of the fact that he was not only highly respected amongst many of their tribesmen but also wise. The Prophet (sa) agreed and Othman made his way to Mecca to reason with the Koraysh. The days went by, and the pilgrims waited patiently for his return. Each day they looked anxiously for his return until they began to fear that something evil had befallen him.
When Khirash returned to the camp he went immediately to the Prophet (sa) and told him what had happened then advised him saying, "O Messenger of Allah (sa), send someone to them who is more respected than myself." The Prophet (sa) accepted his humble advice and called upon Omar, but Omar reminded him that the Koraysh were very hostile towards him and that there was no one in his own tribe strong enough to lend his support. Omar then suggested that Othman, Arfan’s son, should go on account of the fact that he was not only highly respected amongst many of their tribesmen but also wise. The Prophet (sa) agreed and Othman made his way to Mecca to reason with the Koraysh. The days went by, and the pilgrims waited patiently for his return. Each day they looked anxiously for his return until they began to fear that something evil had befallen him.
THE OATH OF ALLEGIANCE
It was during this time that the Prophet (sa) called his followers around him under an acacia tree and asked them to renew their oath of allegiance. The first to give his oath was Sinan from the tribe of Khuzaymah, the Prophet (sa) extended his left hand and held it with his right hand saying, "I pledge my allegiance for Othman", then, one by one the Muslims renewed their oath of allegiance.
“To Allah belong the armies of the heaven and the earth. Allah is the Almighty and the Wise. We have sent you (Prophet Muhammad) as a witness and as a bearer of glad tidings and warning, so that you believe in Allah and His Messenger and that you support him, revere him, and exalt Him, at the dawn and in the evening. Those who swear allegiance to you swear allegiance to Allah. The Hand of Allah is above their hands. He who breaks his oath breaks it against his self, but for he that keeps his covenant made with Allah, Allah shall give him a mighty wage. The Bedouins who lagged behind will say to you: ‘We were occupied with our possessions and families, so ask Allah to forgive us.’ But they say with their tongues what they do not mean in their hearts. Say: ‘Who can help you against Allah if it is that He wills harm for you or desires benefit for you? Allah is Aware of what you do.’ No, you thought that the Messenger and the believers would never return to their families, and this was made to seem fair in your hearts so you harbored evil thoughts, and so you are a destroyed nation. But whosoever disbelieves in Allah and His Messenger, We have prepared a Blazing Fire for the unbelievers. To Allah belongs the Kingdom of the heavens and the earth. He forgives whom He will and punishes whom He will. Allah is Forgiving and Merciful. Al-Quran 48:4−14
It was during this time that the Prophet (sa) called his followers around him under an acacia tree and asked them to renew their oath of allegiance. The first to give his oath was Sinan from the tribe of Khuzaymah, the Prophet (sa) extended his left hand and held it with his right hand saying, "I pledge my allegiance for Othman", then, one by one the Muslims renewed their oath of allegiance.
“To Allah belong the armies of the heaven and the earth. Allah is the Almighty and the Wise. We have sent you (Prophet Muhammad) as a witness and as a bearer of glad tidings and warning, so that you believe in Allah and His Messenger and that you support him, revere him, and exalt Him, at the dawn and in the evening. Those who swear allegiance to you swear allegiance to Allah. The Hand of Allah is above their hands. He who breaks his oath breaks it against his self, but for he that keeps his covenant made with Allah, Allah shall give him a mighty wage. The Bedouins who lagged behind will say to you: ‘We were occupied with our possessions and families, so ask Allah to forgive us.’ But they say with their tongues what they do not mean in their hearts. Say: ‘Who can help you against Allah if it is that He wills harm for you or desires benefit for you? Allah is Aware of what you do.’ No, you thought that the Messenger and the believers would never return to their families, and this was made to seem fair in your hearts so you harbored evil thoughts, and so you are a destroyed nation. But whosoever disbelieves in Allah and His Messenger, We have prepared a Blazing Fire for the unbelievers. To Allah belongs the Kingdom of the heavens and the earth. He forgives whom He will and punishes whom He will. Allah is Forgiving and Merciful. Al-Quran 48:4−14
OTHMAN’S RESPECT FOR THE PROPHET (sa)
Not long after the pledging Othman returned unharmed. He had been well received but the Prophet's request had been rejected, however he had been given the opportunity to offer his own personal pilgrimage but out of respect for the Prophet (sa) he declined.
Not long after the pledging Othman returned unharmed. He had been well received but the Prophet's request had been rejected, however he had been given the opportunity to offer his own personal pilgrimage but out of respect for the Prophet (sa) he declined.
THE THWARTED PLAN
Meanwhile, some of the Koraysh set out from Mecca with the intent of initiating a surprise attack upon the Muslims. However, their plans were thwarted and the aggressors brought before the Prophet (sa), who justly released them after they gave their promise never to attack Muslims again.
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