Shortly after the failed attempt, a delegation from Mecca arrived at Hudaybiyah. They were treated with courtesy and found their host to be amenable and soon negotiations were underway. The verbal negotiations resulted in a ten−year peace treaty between them. However, as a token of good will it was agreed that the Muslims would forego their pilgrimage that year, but, it was agreed that thereafter they would be permitted to offer their pilgrimage each year at the Ka'ba for three days during which time the Koraysh would leave the City.
THE OBJECTION OF SUHAYL
A problem arose when it came to writing down the terms and conditions of the treaty. The Korayshi, Suhayl, Amr's son, objected when the Prophet (sa) started to dictate to Ali the phrase, "In the Name of Allah, the Merciful, the Most Merciful" and said, "Write, 'In Your Name Allah.' I do not know Him, the Merciful, the Most Merciful." The Prophet (sa), providing there was no harm in it, always took the middle course and accepted and so Ali wrote, "In Your Name Allah". Suhayl objected still further when the Prophet (sa) continued his dictation with the words, "This treaty is between Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah (sa), and Suhayl, Amr's son," saying, "It is not my belief that you are the Messenger of Allah, if it were my opinion then I would not oppose you!"
A problem arose when it came to writing down the terms and conditions of the treaty. The Korayshi, Suhayl, Amr's son, objected when the Prophet (sa) started to dictate to Ali the phrase, "In the Name of Allah, the Merciful, the Most Merciful" and said, "Write, 'In Your Name Allah.' I do not know Him, the Merciful, the Most Merciful." The Prophet (sa), providing there was no harm in it, always took the middle course and accepted and so Ali wrote, "In Your Name Allah". Suhayl objected still further when the Prophet (sa) continued his dictation with the words, "This treaty is between Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah (sa), and Suhayl, Amr's son," saying, "It is not my belief that you are the Messenger of Allah, if it were my opinion then I would not oppose you!"
THE PEACEFUL, WISE APPROACH OF THE PROPHET (sa)
Ali had already written the words “the Messenger of Allah” and could not bring himself to strike the words out of the treaty, whereupon the Prophet (sa) who could neither read nor write, took the document and erased the words from the treaty. It was a time for wisdom and diplomacy, and so the Prophet (sa) agreed that the treaty should be recorded instead as, "Muhammad, Abdullah's son." When Omar heard this he cried out with indignation, "Aren't you the Messenger of Allah, and aren't we Muslims! Should we accept this, when we are in the right and they are in the wrong, people will scoff at our religion!" The Prophet (sa) made no comment for he was wise and the signing of the treaty was concluded without further incident. Omar was still very upset and went to Abu Bakr to tell of his feelings. He repeated what he had said to the Prophet (sa), whereupon Abu Bakr responded in almost exactly the same way of the Prophet (sa) and Omar became quiet and accepted it fearing that he had spoken out of turn.
Ali had already written the words “the Messenger of Allah” and could not bring himself to strike the words out of the treaty, whereupon the Prophet (sa) who could neither read nor write, took the document and erased the words from the treaty. It was a time for wisdom and diplomacy, and so the Prophet (sa) agreed that the treaty should be recorded instead as, "Muhammad, Abdullah's son." When Omar heard this he cried out with indignation, "Aren't you the Messenger of Allah, and aren't we Muslims! Should we accept this, when we are in the right and they are in the wrong, people will scoff at our religion!" The Prophet (sa) made no comment for he was wise and the signing of the treaty was concluded without further incident. Omar was still very upset and went to Abu Bakr to tell of his feelings. He repeated what he had said to the Prophet (sa), whereupon Abu Bakr responded in almost exactly the same way of the Prophet (sa) and Omar became quiet and accepted it fearing that he had spoken out of turn.
THE CONDITIONS OF THE TREATY
Added to the ten year peace treaty was that both parties agreed that they would neither undermine each other nor yet indulge in treachery of any kind. The treaty also contained the condition that Muslims forcefully detained in Mecca and those Meccans inclining toward Islam would thereafter be permitted to join the Prophet (sa) in Medina, providing permission was granted by their guardians. It was also agreed that in the event that any should leave without permission they would be returned. The agreement was reciprocal and anyone in Medina who wished to join the Koraysh was free to do so under the same terms. The signatories to the treaty were the Prophet (sa), Ali, Abu Bakr, Omar, Abdur Rahman, son of Awf, Mahmood, son of Maslamah, and Abdullah, the elder son of Suhayl.
Added to the ten year peace treaty was that both parties agreed that they would neither undermine each other nor yet indulge in treachery of any kind. The treaty also contained the condition that Muslims forcefully detained in Mecca and those Meccans inclining toward Islam would thereafter be permitted to join the Prophet (sa) in Medina, providing permission was granted by their guardians. It was also agreed that in the event that any should leave without permission they would be returned. The agreement was reciprocal and anyone in Medina who wished to join the Koraysh was free to do so under the same terms. The signatories to the treaty were the Prophet (sa), Ali, Abu Bakr, Omar, Abdur Rahman, son of Awf, Mahmood, son of Maslamah, and Abdullah, the elder son of Suhayl.
ABU JANDAL
For some time Suhayl's son, Abu Jandal, had longed to join the Prophet (sa) just as his brother had done, and had accompanied his father with the intention of joining the Prophet (sa) at Hudaybiyah. Now that this clause had become part of the treaty, Abu Jandal knew that his father would never permit him to join the Prophet (sa) and if he tried to join him, he would be returned to Mecca. Abu Jandal was deeply upset and broke down, and wept, whereupon the Prophet (sa) consoled him saying, "Be patient Abu Jandal, Allah will help you and find a way for you and others like you."
For some time Suhayl's son, Abu Jandal, had longed to join the Prophet (sa) just as his brother had done, and had accompanied his father with the intention of joining the Prophet (sa) at Hudaybiyah. Now that this clause had become part of the treaty, Abu Jandal knew that his father would never permit him to join the Prophet (sa) and if he tried to join him, he would be returned to Mecca. Abu Jandal was deeply upset and broke down, and wept, whereupon the Prophet (sa) consoled him saying, "Be patient Abu Jandal, Allah will help you and find a way for you and others like you."
THE COMMITMENT OF THE TRIBES OF KHUZAH AND BAKR
Among those present during the drawing−up of the treaty were notable tribesmen from the tribe of Khuzah allied to the Prophet (sa) and notables from the tribe of Bakr allied to the Koraysh. The notables from the Khuzah announced that they too wished to be included in the treaty saying, "We are with Muhammad in his bond and treaty." The representatives from the tribe of Bakr also made it clear that it was their wish also to be included but that they stood with the Koraysh in both their bond and treaty. The matter was then taken to their chieftains who were agreeable and so they became party to the terms and conditions of the true.
Among those present during the drawing−up of the treaty were notable tribesmen from the tribe of Khuzah allied to the Prophet (sa) and notables from the tribe of Bakr allied to the Koraysh. The notables from the Khuzah announced that they too wished to be included in the treaty saying, "We are with Muhammad in his bond and treaty." The representatives from the tribe of Bakr also made it clear that it was their wish also to be included but that they stood with the Koraysh in both their bond and treaty. The matter was then taken to their chieftains who were agreeable and so they became party to the terms and conditions of the true.
THE PILGRIMS DISAPPOINTMENT
Tremendous disappoint and a feeling of numbness spread among the pilgrims as they learned that they were not going to be able to offer their pilgrimage that year, however, they were heartened to learn that they would be able to do so in subsequent years.
Tremendous disappoint and a feeling of numbness spread among the pilgrims as they learned that they were not going to be able to offer their pilgrimage that year, however, they were heartened to learn that they would be able to do so in subsequent years.
THE SACRIFICE AND THE SHAVEN HEADS
When the Prophet (sa) ordered the shaving of their heads and the sacrifice of the camels at Hudaybiyah, and not in the traditionally ordained places, the pilgrims were somewhat bewildered and the Prophet (sa) had to repeat the order twice, but the pilgrims remained as if frozen, uncomprehending.
When the Prophet (sa) ordered the shaving of their heads and the sacrifice of the camels at Hudaybiyah, and not in the traditionally ordained places, the pilgrims were somewhat bewildered and the Prophet (sa) had to repeat the order twice, but the pilgrims remained as if frozen, uncomprehending.
EAGERNESS TO FOLLOW WHAT THE PROPHET (sa) DID AND SAID
The Prophet (sa) returned to his tent and told Lady Umm Salamah what had transpired and during the conversation it was thought best that he should go out but not speak to anyone until he had sacrificed his camel. The Prophet (sa) left his tent and went to the camel he had dedicated for sacrifice and in a clear voice proclaimed, "Bismillah, Allahu Akbar," and slaughtered the camel. Immediately the numbed condition of the pilgrims vanished as they raced with one another to offer their sacrifices, eager to obey their beloved Prophet (sa). Then, the Prophet (sa) called to Khirash and told him to shave his head whereupon most of the pilgrims followed his example. Such had been their enthusiasm to shave that Lady Umm Salamah remarked some time later that she feared they might seriously injure themselves. There were however, a few others who did not shave their heads entirely, preferring just to cut it short as it was known that this too is acceptable. Whilst the shaving was in progress the Prophet (sa) returned to his tent with Khirash and came out shortly afterwards and supplicated, "May Allah have mercy on those that shaved their heads." The barbers exclaimed, "And upon the shavers of the hair, O Messenger of Allah (sa)?" But the Prophet (sa) repeated his supplication again, which was met by an even greater outcry and he repeated his supplication yet a third time, but this time he added, "And the shavers of hair!" When the Prophet (sa) was asked why he had supplicated only for those that had shaved their heads he replied, "Because they did not doubt." Suddenly, there was a strong gust of wind, and the hair that lay strewn across the camp was lifted up into the air and blown towards Mecca.
The Prophet (sa) returned to his tent and told Lady Umm Salamah what had transpired and during the conversation it was thought best that he should go out but not speak to anyone until he had sacrificed his camel. The Prophet (sa) left his tent and went to the camel he had dedicated for sacrifice and in a clear voice proclaimed, "Bismillah, Allahu Akbar," and slaughtered the camel. Immediately the numbed condition of the pilgrims vanished as they raced with one another to offer their sacrifices, eager to obey their beloved Prophet (sa). Then, the Prophet (sa) called to Khirash and told him to shave his head whereupon most of the pilgrims followed his example. Such had been their enthusiasm to shave that Lady Umm Salamah remarked some time later that she feared they might seriously injure themselves. There were however, a few others who did not shave their heads entirely, preferring just to cut it short as it was known that this too is acceptable. Whilst the shaving was in progress the Prophet (sa) returned to his tent with Khirash and came out shortly afterwards and supplicated, "May Allah have mercy on those that shaved their heads." The barbers exclaimed, "And upon the shavers of the hair, O Messenger of Allah (sa)?" But the Prophet (sa) repeated his supplication again, which was met by an even greater outcry and he repeated his supplication yet a third time, but this time he added, "And the shavers of hair!" When the Prophet (sa) was asked why he had supplicated only for those that had shaved their heads he replied, "Because they did not doubt." Suddenly, there was a strong gust of wind, and the hair that lay strewn across the camp was lifted up into the air and blown towards Mecca.
PREPARATIONS FOR THE RETURN TO MEDINA
It was now time to dismantle the tents in readiness for the return journey to Medina. Much had been achieved but still the deep disappointment of not having been able to offer their pilgrimage at Ka'ba weighed heavily upon the hearts of the pilgrims.
It was now time to dismantle the tents in readiness for the return journey to Medina. Much had been achieved but still the deep disappointment of not having been able to offer their pilgrimage at Ka'ba weighed heavily upon the hearts of the pilgrims.
OMAR'S REMORSE
Omar deeply regretted his uncontrolled outburst during the writing of the treaty, for he knew that the Prophet (sa) obeyed Allah, and that he should neither have questioned the authority nor yet the wisdom of Prophet Muhammad (sa). He also felt his outburst was reprehensible and so he rode quickly until he caught up with the Prophet (sa). The Prophet (sa) however, was preoccupied with other affairs and did not pay much attention to Omar and he felt even worse whereupon he rode ahead muttering to himself, "Let my mother mourn for her son Omar!" As Omar rode on alone his fears overwhelmed him and he was deeply troubled that his actions might be the subject of a Revelation. Immersed in sincere regret, Omar did not hear the pounding of horses hooves until its rider caught up with him. The rider bore a message from the Prophet (sa) asking him to return to him. Obediently, Omar turned his mount around and rode toward the Prophet (sa). As he approached, Omar's fears were waylaid as he saw the Prophet's face aglow with happiness. As Omar drew alongside the Prophet (sa), the Prophet (sa) told him that he had receive a Revelation which was dearer to him than anything else under the sun.
It was the chapter Alfat−h; The Opening, which begins with the verses:
"Indeed, We have opened for you (Prophet Muhammad) a clear opening, that Allah forgives your past and future sins, and completes His Favor to you, and guides you on a Straight Path, and that Allah helps you with a mighty help ..." Al-Quran 48:1−3
The chapter also spoke of the allegiance given to the Prophet (sa) under the tree saying: "Allah was pleased with the believers when they swore allegiance to you under the tree and He knew what was in their hearts. Therefore, He sent down tranquility upon them and rewarded them with a victory close by." Al-Quran 48:18
The vision that prompted the Prophet (sa) to make the pilgrimage to Mecca is also spoken of with reassurance:
"Indeed, Allah in truth, has realized His Messenger's vision. You shall enter the Sacred Mosque in security if Allah wills, with hair shaven or cut short and without fear. He knew what you did not know and granted you a near victory." Al-Quran 48:27
Much to the elation of the pilgrims their beloved Prophet (sa) told them that Allah had accepted their pilgrimage on account of their intention.
Omar deeply regretted his uncontrolled outburst during the writing of the treaty, for he knew that the Prophet (sa) obeyed Allah, and that he should neither have questioned the authority nor yet the wisdom of Prophet Muhammad (sa). He also felt his outburst was reprehensible and so he rode quickly until he caught up with the Prophet (sa). The Prophet (sa) however, was preoccupied with other affairs and did not pay much attention to Omar and he felt even worse whereupon he rode ahead muttering to himself, "Let my mother mourn for her son Omar!" As Omar rode on alone his fears overwhelmed him and he was deeply troubled that his actions might be the subject of a Revelation. Immersed in sincere regret, Omar did not hear the pounding of horses hooves until its rider caught up with him. The rider bore a message from the Prophet (sa) asking him to return to him. Obediently, Omar turned his mount around and rode toward the Prophet (sa). As he approached, Omar's fears were waylaid as he saw the Prophet's face aglow with happiness. As Omar drew alongside the Prophet (sa), the Prophet (sa) told him that he had receive a Revelation which was dearer to him than anything else under the sun.
It was the chapter Alfat−h; The Opening, which begins with the verses:
"Indeed, We have opened for you (Prophet Muhammad) a clear opening, that Allah forgives your past and future sins, and completes His Favor to you, and guides you on a Straight Path, and that Allah helps you with a mighty help ..." Al-Quran 48:1−3
The chapter also spoke of the allegiance given to the Prophet (sa) under the tree saying: "Allah was pleased with the believers when they swore allegiance to you under the tree and He knew what was in their hearts. Therefore, He sent down tranquility upon them and rewarded them with a victory close by." Al-Quran 48:18
The vision that prompted the Prophet (sa) to make the pilgrimage to Mecca is also spoken of with reassurance:
"Indeed, Allah in truth, has realized His Messenger's vision. You shall enter the Sacred Mosque in security if Allah wills, with hair shaven or cut short and without fear. He knew what you did not know and granted you a near victory." Al-Quran 48:27
Much to the elation of the pilgrims their beloved Prophet (sa) told them that Allah had accepted their pilgrimage on account of their intention.
THE ESCAPEES FROM MECCA
When the pilgrims returned home to Medina the news of the peace treaty was welcomed with great rejoicing by those unable to accompany the Prophet (sa). The prospects of being able to offer their pilgrimage the next year without the fear of hostile action was indeed a blessing. Shortly after their return, Abu Basir, a young tribesman from the Thakif arrived in Medina. Abu Basir had converted to Islam and when the Meccans discovered his conversion they had, as was the case with many converts, imprisoned him, however, Abu Basir managed to escape. Upon reaching Medina, Abu Basir went to the Prophet (sa) and told him of his circumstances, but the Prophet (sa) was bound by the terms of the treaty and told him that he must return, but comforted him saying that Allah would soon open a way for him. Abu Basir's escape had not gone unnoticed in Mecca and soon a tribesman was sent by the Koraysh together with his freed slave, Kawthar, to ask for his immediate return. The Prophet (sa) honored and abided by the terms of the treaty, and so Abu Basir was returned to them. Abu Basir loathed the thought of returning and planned to rid himself of the two tribesmen whilst they journeyed back to Mecca. At the first halt, Abu Basir seized the Korayshi's sword and killed him, whilst Kawthar fled in terror back to Medina where he made straight for the Mosque. As Kawthar entered he saw the Prophet (sa), raced over to him and threw himself down at his feet, whereupon the Prophet (sa) said with concerned, "This man has witnessed a terrible thing." After Kawthar had a chance to gather his breath he told the Prophet (sa) what had transpired and shortly afterwards, Abu Basir arrived with his sword still drawn. Abu Basir wanted the camels and the dead man's weapons to be divided according to the distribution of the spoils of war, however, the Prophet (sa) declined saying, "If I did such a thing it would be thought that I had not kept the terms of the treaty I had sworn to keep." Then he turned to Kawthar and said, "The spoils taken by this man are your concern, return them and the man, to the one who sent you." Kawthar was shaken by the Prophet's instruction and in fear for his life referred to the fact that he was just one person, and very unwilling to take him back to Mecca. The Prophet (sa) had abided by the treaty, but now that Kawthar, the Koraysh representative, refused to return with Abu Basir he had done all that was necessary on his part and Abu Basir left Medina for the coast.
When the pilgrims returned home to Medina the news of the peace treaty was welcomed with great rejoicing by those unable to accompany the Prophet (sa). The prospects of being able to offer their pilgrimage the next year without the fear of hostile action was indeed a blessing. Shortly after their return, Abu Basir, a young tribesman from the Thakif arrived in Medina. Abu Basir had converted to Islam and when the Meccans discovered his conversion they had, as was the case with many converts, imprisoned him, however, Abu Basir managed to escape. Upon reaching Medina, Abu Basir went to the Prophet (sa) and told him of his circumstances, but the Prophet (sa) was bound by the terms of the treaty and told him that he must return, but comforted him saying that Allah would soon open a way for him. Abu Basir's escape had not gone unnoticed in Mecca and soon a tribesman was sent by the Koraysh together with his freed slave, Kawthar, to ask for his immediate return. The Prophet (sa) honored and abided by the terms of the treaty, and so Abu Basir was returned to them. Abu Basir loathed the thought of returning and planned to rid himself of the two tribesmen whilst they journeyed back to Mecca. At the first halt, Abu Basir seized the Korayshi's sword and killed him, whilst Kawthar fled in terror back to Medina where he made straight for the Mosque. As Kawthar entered he saw the Prophet (sa), raced over to him and threw himself down at his feet, whereupon the Prophet (sa) said with concerned, "This man has witnessed a terrible thing." After Kawthar had a chance to gather his breath he told the Prophet (sa) what had transpired and shortly afterwards, Abu Basir arrived with his sword still drawn. Abu Basir wanted the camels and the dead man's weapons to be divided according to the distribution of the spoils of war, however, the Prophet (sa) declined saying, "If I did such a thing it would be thought that I had not kept the terms of the treaty I had sworn to keep." Then he turned to Kawthar and said, "The spoils taken by this man are your concern, return them and the man, to the one who sent you." Kawthar was shaken by the Prophet's instruction and in fear for his life referred to the fact that he was just one person, and very unwilling to take him back to Mecca. The Prophet (sa) had abided by the treaty, but now that Kawthar, the Koraysh representative, refused to return with Abu Basir he had done all that was necessary on his part and Abu Basir left Medina for the coast.
THE ESCAPE OF UMM KULTHUM
The Prophet (sa) received a new Revelation that forbade the return of believing women to unbelievers, so when Umm Kulthum, half sister to Othman, escaped to Medina she came under their protection. Shortly after her arrival, Umm Kulthum's full blood brothers arrived to take her back to Mecca, but the Prophet (sa) refused and her brothers accepted as they agreed that women had not be mentioned in the treaty. Umm Kulthum had indeed shown great courage and soon found that she had several suitors, namely Zayd, Abdur Rahman, son of Awf and Zubair. The Prophet (sa) suggested that she marry Zayd, she consented and they were married shortly afterwards.
The Prophet (sa) received a new Revelation that forbade the return of believing women to unbelievers, so when Umm Kulthum, half sister to Othman, escaped to Medina she came under their protection. Shortly after her arrival, Umm Kulthum's full blood brothers arrived to take her back to Mecca, but the Prophet (sa) refused and her brothers accepted as they agreed that women had not be mentioned in the treaty. Umm Kulthum had indeed shown great courage and soon found that she had several suitors, namely Zayd, Abdur Rahman, son of Awf and Zubair. The Prophet (sa) suggested that she marry Zayd, she consented and they were married shortly afterwards.
THE MUSLIMS OF MECCA LEARN OF ABU BASIR
Omar made it his duty to find out where Abu Basir had settled and whenever coastal tribesmen came to Medina he would inquire if they had seen him and then managed to get word of Abu Basir's circumstances to the detained Muslims in Mecca. When Abu Jandal learned of Abu Basir's exploits, he, together with several other youths, amongst whom was Waleed, brother of Khalid who had played a major role in the hostilities against the Muslims, decided to escape and join him. As time passed, seventy converts managed to make good their escape and joined Abu Basir who had by now established himself within striking distance of the northern trade route to Syria frequented by the Koraysh. Now they were strong they took to harassing and often plundered the Koraysh caravans in retaliation for their confiscated property, and the harm they had suffered simply because they worshipped Allah alone.
Omar made it his duty to find out where Abu Basir had settled and whenever coastal tribesmen came to Medina he would inquire if they had seen him and then managed to get word of Abu Basir's circumstances to the detained Muslims in Mecca. When Abu Jandal learned of Abu Basir's exploits, he, together with several other youths, amongst whom was Waleed, brother of Khalid who had played a major role in the hostilities against the Muslims, decided to escape and join him. As time passed, seventy converts managed to make good their escape and joined Abu Basir who had by now established himself within striking distance of the northern trade route to Syria frequented by the Koraysh. Now they were strong they took to harassing and often plundered the Koraysh caravans in retaliation for their confiscated property, and the harm they had suffered simply because they worshipped Allah alone.
THE WAIVING OF THE CLAUSE
The raids of Abu Basir and his companions were something the Koraysh could do without, it disrupted their trade and made their journeys difficult with the result the Koraysh decided to waive the clause preventing those that wished to join the Prophet (sa) from joining him. Now that the clause had been waived, the Prophet (sa) sent word to Abu Basir and the others that they were free to join him in Medina. However, Abu Basir had been taken seriously ill but lived just long enough to read the Prophet's letter and passed away with it in his hand in the knowledge that his companions would soon be with their beloved Prophet (sa) in Medina. Before his companions set off for Medina they laid Abu Basir to rest and built a simple mosque over his tomb.
The raids of Abu Basir and his companions were something the Koraysh could do without, it disrupted their trade and made their journeys difficult with the result the Koraysh decided to waive the clause preventing those that wished to join the Prophet (sa) from joining him. Now that the clause had been waived, the Prophet (sa) sent word to Abu Basir and the others that they were free to join him in Medina. However, Abu Basir had been taken seriously ill but lived just long enough to read the Prophet's letter and passed away with it in his hand in the knowledge that his companions would soon be with their beloved Prophet (sa) in Medina. Before his companions set off for Medina they laid Abu Basir to rest and built a simple mosque over his tomb.
THE DEATH OF WALEED
The long awaited day was near at hand. As Abu Basir’s companions reached the lava plains that lay on the outskirts of Medina, Waleed's camel tripped causing him to fall and gash his finger on a rock. The finger became infected and he grew weaker each day as the septicemia spread through his body.
The long awaited day was near at hand. As Abu Basir’s companions reached the lava plains that lay on the outskirts of Medina, Waleed's camel tripped causing him to fall and gash his finger on a rock. The finger became infected and he grew weaker each day as the septicemia spread through his body.
WALEED’S LETTER TO KHALID
Before the angels of death finally took away his soul he had a chance to write a letter to his brother Khalid in which he encouraged him to convert to Islam. In the letter he told him that the Prophet (sa) occasionally inquired about his welfare and had commented, "If Khalid were to redirect his strength on the side of Islam against the idolaters it would be better for him, and we would prefer him to others." Waleed concluded his last letter to his brother with the words, "You see my brother what you are missing!"
Before the angels of death finally took away his soul he had a chance to write a letter to his brother Khalid in which he encouraged him to convert to Islam. In the letter he told him that the Prophet (sa) occasionally inquired about his welfare and had commented, "If Khalid were to redirect his strength on the side of Islam against the idolaters it would be better for him, and we would prefer him to others." Waleed concluded his last letter to his brother with the words, "You see my brother what you are missing!"
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