Birth of Isa bin Maryam

Prophet Isa is among the prophets and messengers of Allah ﷻ. Unlike other humans, Prophet Isa was born without a father. And his mother is a holy and shalihah woman. Thus if Allah endaki wants something to happen, then it will happen.

Adam, Allah iptakan created without intermediary father and mother. Eve was born without women’s intervention. And Isa only from a mother.

Maryam Gives Birth to a Noble Man

Mary is a good woman who takes care of herself and honor. We have written the story of Maryam guarding her purity with the title Maryam Exemplary for Muslimah.

News about the birth of Prophet Isa ﷺ spread slowly. One by one, people knew that Mary who had no husband gave birth to a son. When she was about to give birth to her son, Mary left alone at the eastern end of the al-Aqsa Mosque.

فَحَمَلَتْهُ فَانْتَبَذَتْ بِهِ مَكَانًا قَصِيًّا

“So Mary conceived her, then she set aside herself with the content to a distant place.” (QS: Maryam | Verse: 22).

Prophet Isa was born ﷺ in that place.

Mary was quiet and alone. He was afraid of circulating slander about himself in society. Of course they will ask where did he get the child? Where is your husband? Is it from adultery? Who is the father? And other accusations. He was afraid of all the rumors. This event was very hard for him. A woman will not stand if her honor is made despicable. Maryam is a shiddiqah woman. Worship expert. He devoted himself in a holy place. On noble land and qudus.

Mentioned, his family also asked about his son. About Isa bin Maryam. They asked, “Can plants grow without seeds?” Who first created the plant? Maryam replied rhetorically. They again asked, “Can trees grow without water?” Who created the tree for the first time? “Answered Maryam. They asked again for the third time, “Can a child be born without a father?” Mary replied, “Yes. Indeed Allah created Adam without father and mother “. They were silent.

Maryam’s family is someone who loves and knows them. They also question. A feeling arises in their hearts. Then what about the people who are far away, the wicked, what will they say?

Humans in the state of Prophet Isa ﷺ are divided into three:

First: Jews. They accused him of being a child of adultery, because according to them Maryam committed adultery with Yusuf an-Najjar.

Second: Christians. They regard Jesus as a child of God. And the Most Holy of Allah.

Third: Muslims. They glorified Prophet Jesus as a prophet and apostle. But do not overdo it, by believing it as a servant of God.

Mary went to Bethlehem. When he got there he said,

يَا لَيْتَنِي مِتُّ قَبْلَ هَٰذَا وَكُنْتُ نَسْيًا مَنْسِيًّا

“How come, it would be good if I die before this, and I become an item that does not mean, again forgotten”. (QS: Mary | Verse: 23).

He hopes if he dies, because of the severity of the situation. Then Allah ﷻ comfort Mary with,

فَنَادَاهَا مِنْ تَحْتِهَا أَلَّا تَحْزَنِي قَدْ جَعَلَ رَبُّكِ تَحْتَكِ سَرِيًّا. وَهُزِّي إِلَيْكِ بِجِذْعِ النَّخْلَةِ تُسَاقِطْ عَلَيْكِ رُطَبًا جَنِيًّا. فَكُلِي وَاشْرَبِي وَقَرِّي عَيْنًا

“Then called him from a low place:” Do not be sad, for your Lord has made a tributary under you. And shake the base of the date palm tree towards you, surely the tree will abort the ripe palm fruit to you, then eat, drink and have your mercy. “(QS: Maryam | Verse: 24-26).

Interpreters disagree about who called on Mary in this verse. Said bin Jubair, adh-Dhahhak, Amr bin Maimun etc. stated that it was Gabriel. Mujahid, al-Hasan, etc. states that Prophet Jesus spoke to Mary. He entertained him, Ibu O Mother, do not be sad ’. The child shows that his birth is a miracle and a gift from God ﷻ. Maryam became calm.

Maryam meets her people

After feeling calm, Mary came home and met her people. They said,

فَأَتَتْ بِهِ قَوْمَهَا تَحْمِلُهُ ۖ قَالُوا يَا مَرْيَمُ لَقَدْ جِئْتِ شَيْئًا فَرِيًّا. يَا أُخْتَ هَارُونَ مَا كَانَ أَبُوكِ امْرَأَ سَوْءٍ وَمَا كَانَتْ أُمُّكِ بَغِيًّا

So Mary brought the child to his people by carrying him. His people said: “O Mary, indeed you have done something very utterly wrong. O sister of Aaron, your father is not an evil one and your mother is not an adulterer at all. (QS: Maryam | Verse: 27-28).

Unlike his family who questioned his situation, the wicked immediately accused Mary. They reviled Mary by doing something very obvious, namely adultery. They brought their parents who were fine, so that Maryam would be even more embarrassed.

They accused Zakariya of forgetting him. Without trial, they are judged by Zakariya by killing him. Some of them also accused Yusuf an-Najjar, Mary’s cousin, of Isa’s father.

Isa, a blessed baby

Mary knew, her child was able to speak and testify to them. He also said,

فَأَشَارَتْ إِلَيْهِ ۖ قَالُوا كَيْفَ نُكَلِّمُ مَنْ كَانَ فِي الْمَهْدِ صَبِيًّا

then Mary pointed to her son. They said: “How will we talk to a small child who is still in a swing?” (QS: Maryam | Verse: 29).

Isa gave an answer and testimony, denied the heinous accusations that were thrown at his mother.

قَالَ إِنِّي عَبْدُ اللَّهِ آتَانِيَ الْكِتَابَ وَجَعَلَنِي نَبِيًّا

Jesus said: “Verily I am a servant of Allah, He gave me the Book (the Gospel) and He made me a prophet,” (QS: Mary | Verse: 30).

The first sentence from the oral Isa confirms that he is a servant of Allah ﷻ, not a child of God. At the same time also denied the accusation of his people against his mother. He denied the people who said they were God’s children or adultery children.

وَجَعَلَنِي مُبَارَكًا أَيْنَ مَا كُنْتُ وَأَوْصَانِي بِالصَّلَاةِ وَالزَّكَاةِ مَا دُمْتُ حَيًّا. وَبَرًّا بِوَالِدَتِي وَلَمْ يَجْعَلْنِي جَبَّارًا شَقِيًّا. وَالسَّلَامُ عَلَيَّ يَوْمَ وُلِدْتُ وَيَوْمَ أَمُوتُ وَيَوْمَ أُبْعَثُ حَيًّا.

and He made me a blessed person wherever I was, and He commanded me (founding) prayer and (fulfilling) charity as long as I lived; and devoted to my mother, and He did not make me an arrogant and wretched person. And prosperity may be bestowed upon me, on the day I was born, the day I died and on the day I was raised to life again “. (QS: Maryam | Verse: 31-33).

We close this story with the Qur’anic explanation of Prophet Isa ﷺ:

ذَٰلِكَ عِيسَى ابْنُ مَرْيَمَ ۚ قَوْلَ الْحَقِّ الَّذِي فِيهِ يَمْتَرُونَ. مَا اَانَ لِلَّهِ أَنْ يَتَّخِذَ مِنْ وَلَدٍ ۖ سُبْحَانَهُ ۚ إِذَا قَضَىٰ أَمْرًا فَإِنَّمَا يَقُولُ لَهُ كُنْ فَيَكُونُ.

“That is Jesus the son of Mary, who said the right words, which they argued about the truth. It is not proper for God to have children, the Holy One. When He has set something, then He just says to him: “Be”, then be it. “(QS: Maryam | Verse: 34-35).

The Victory of Moses and the Destruction of Pharaoh on Ashura Day

When Egyptians grew fanatical about their kufr. Their hostility and denial of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ increasingly fueled the desire to kill and oppress the messenger of Allah and the people who followed him. They followed their oppressive king, Pharaoh. It was then that God established His judgment to destroy all of them. They have witnessed signs and events that are beyond reason. Events that come out of the natural process. And makes sense wonder. But they still don’t want to stop, don’t want to understand, and don’t want to go back to God ﷻ.

With his power and arbitrariness, Pharaoh managed to pressure his people to deny the truth that was brought by Prophet Moses.

فما آمن لموسى إلا ذرية من قومه على خوف من فرعون وملئهم أن يفتنهم وإن فرعون لعال في الأرض وإنه لمن المسرفين

“So no one believed in Moses, but the young men of his people (Moses) were in a state of fear that Pharaoh and the leaders of his people would torture them. Indeed, Pharaoh acted harshly on the earth. And indeed he is among those who transgress the limits. “(QS: Jonah | Verse: 83).

At its peak, Pharaoh claimed to be the God entitled to be worshiped. When tyranny has peaked, that’s when God’s help comes. Prophet Moses gathered his followers. Advise them, strengthen their hearts, and give direction to them.

وَقَالَ مُوسَى يَا قَوْمِ إِن كُنتُمْ آمَنتُم بِاللّهِ فَعَلَيْهِ تَوَكَّلُواْ إِن كُنتُم مُّسْلِمِينَ

Moses said: “O my people, if you believe in Allah, then trust Him alone, if you are truly a surrender.” (QS: Jonah | Verse: 84).

They answered the words of the Prophet Moses with answers that calmed him.

فَقَالُواْ عَلَى اللّهِ تَوَكَّلْنَا رَبَّنَا لاَ تَجْعَلْنَا فِتْنَةً لِّلْقَوْمِ الظَّالِمِينَ

Then they said: “To Allah, we have confidence! Our Lord; do not make us the target of slander for the “wrongdoers”. (QS: Jonah | Verse: 85).

Prophet Moses ordered them to put their trust in Allah alone. Ask for help and hope for Him. And Allah also gave a way out for all of them. Then the Prophet Moses gave the good news from God to his people,

وأوحينا إلى موسى وأخيه أن تبوءا لقومكما بمصر بيوتا واجعلوا بيوتكم قبلة وأقيموا الصلاة وبشر المؤمنين

And We revealed to Moses and his brother: “Take two of you houses in Egypt for a place to live for your people and make your houses your place of prayer and establish your worship and delight the believers.” (QS: Jonah | Verse: 87).

Allah ukan revealed to the Prophet Moses and his brother Harun –‘alaihimassalam- that he and his people would build a different house from the houses of the Egyptians in general. The reason, when the order to leave Egypt came, they were easier to tell one another. Pay attention! In addition to God’s help in the form of miracles, Moses also took real efforts like this.

Then comes the command of Allah ﷻ,

وَاجْعَلُواْ بُيُوتَكُمْ قِبْلَةً وَأَقِيمُواْ الصَّلاَةَ وَبَشِّرِ الْمُؤْمِنِينَ

“And make your houses your place of prayer and establish your prayers and cheer up those who believe.” (QS: Jonah | Verse: 87).

Mujahid said, “The meaning is this is the help of Allah to those who suffer from danger, difficulty, and narrowness with many prayers.

وَاسْتَعِينُواْ بِالصَّبْرِ وَالصَّلاَةِ وَإِنَّهَا لَكَبِيرَةٌ إِلاَّ عَلَى الْخَاشِعِينَ

“Make it patient and pray as your helper. And indeed this is indeed hard, except for those who are devout “. (QS: Al-Baqarah | Verse: 45).

And if the Prophet was troubled, he immediately prayed. Prayer has a big impact on the life of the world and the hereafter (al-Bidayah wa an-Nihayah Juz: 2 p. 105).

For many years, Moses and his followers were patient and entertained themselves with faith in God and trust. They always improve relations with God. ask him for help with their prayers. On the other hand, Pharaoh and his followers were increasingly opposed and hostile to the truth.

Prophet Moses always prayed to Allah ﷻ,

وقال موسى ربنا إنك آتيت فرعون وملأه زينة وأموالا في الحياة الدنيا ربنا ليضلوا عن سبيلك ربنا اطمس على أموالهم واشدد على قلوبهم فلا يؤمنوا حتى يروا العذاب الأليم

Moses said: “Our Lord, verily Thou hast given Pharaoh and the princes of his people adornment and wealth in the life of the world, O our Lord – as a result they have misled (men) from the way of you. O our Lord, destroy their property, and the key to their hearts is death, so they do not believe until they see a painful torment. ” (QS: Jonah | Verse: 88).

Ibn Juraij said, “Pharaoh lived for 40 years after the Prophet Moses said this prayer.” (Interpretation of the Qur’an al-Azhim by Imam Ibn Kastir). Look at the Prophet Moses, besides being patient with his own people, how patient he is to face Pharaoh’s cruelty, preach to him, and pray to Allah. No wonder Allah ukkan placed him as an ulul azhmi.

Allah ﷻ says,

فَاسْتَقِيمَا وَلاَ تَتَّبِعَانِّ سَبِيلَ الَّذِينَ لاَ يَعْلَمُونَ

“Therefore keep both of you on a straight path, and do not ever follow the path of those who do not know.” (QS: Jonah | Verse: 89).

Allah allowed Prophet Moses and his followers to leave Egypt to Sham.

Knowing Moses’ departure, Pharaoh’s anger escalated. He prepared his troops to scold Prophet Moses and his followers. This event is enshrined by Allah ﷻ in the Qur’an.

وأوحينا إلى موسى أن أسر بعبادي إنكم متبعون * فأرسل فرعون في المدائن حاشرين * إن هؤلاء لشرذمة قليلون * وإنهم لنا لغائظون * وإنا لجميع حاذرون * فأخرجناهم من جنات وعيون * وكنوز ومقام كريم * كذلك وأورثناها بني إسرائيل * فأتبعوهم مشرقين

“And We revealed (commanded) to Moses:” Go at night with My servants (the Children of Israel), for truly you will be overtaken “. Then Pharaoh sent men who gathered (soldiers) to the cities. (Pharaoh said): “Indeed they (the Children of Israel) are really a small group, and indeed they make things that cause our anger, and in fact we are truly a group that is always on guard”. So We removed Pharaoh and his people from the gardens and the springs, and (from) the treasury and the noble position, so we gave everything to the Children of Israel. So Pharaoh and his army could follow them at sunrise. “(QS: Ash-Syu’araa | Ayat: 52-60).

When Pharaoh and his army caught up with Prophet Moses and his followers, followers of the Prophet Moses said,

إِنَّا لَمُدْرَكُونَ

“Surely we really will be overtaken.” (QS: Ash-Shu’araa | Verse: 61).

They say so because they see before them the road covered by the sea. They complained to Moses. Then he answered,

قَالَ كَلاَّ إِنَّ مَعِيَ رَبِّي سَيَهْدِينِ

Moses replied: “Never be overtaken; in fact, my Lord is with me, and he will guide me in the future. ” (QS: Ash-Syu’araa | Verse: 62).

Prophet Moses said strong sentences with clear meanings. Shows the depth of knowledge and belief in God’s grace. The words of a leader who calm his people when facing problems. The situation at that time was really precarious. There are no roads that can be passed. No one can be asked for help. And Pharaoh is cruel who can’t possibly forgive. While the time continued to make Pharaoh’s distance closer. In such circumstances, the Prophet Moses remained calm and was sure God would help him. This attitude should we emulate as a Muslim who believes in Allah ﷻ. Come down the revelation to the Prophet Moses,

فَأَوْحَيْنَا إِلَى مُوسَى أَنِ اضْرِب بِّعَصَاكَ الْبَحْرَ فَانفَلَقَ فَكَانَ كُلُّ فِرْقٍ كَالطَّوْدِ الْعَظِيمِ

Then We revealed to Moses: “Beat the sea with your staff.” So the sea split and every hemisphere was like a big mountain. (QS: Ash-Syu’araa | Verse: 63).

Seeing the sea split, Prophet Moses and his followers hastened across the divided road. After crossing it, and the last of his followers came out of the sea, then the initial line of Pharaoh’s troops entered the sea. Moses wanted to immediately hit the sea so I could return to his original state. So that Pharaoh and his army could not pass. But Allah ﷻ ordered,

وَاتْرُكْ الْبَحْرَ رَهْوًا إِنَّهُمْ جُندٌ مُّغْرَقُونَ

“And let the sea remain divided. Indeed, they are soldiers who will be drowned. “(QS: Ad-dukhaan | Verse: 24).

Seeing the sign of the greatness of God and the miracle of Moses with the splitting of the sea, Pharaoh realized that it was God’s power Allah. Not magic, Moses. But he brought to death his pride, under such circumstances he still said, “Look! How the sea recedes, submits to me. I will catch two of my servants (Moses and Aaron) who have rebelled against me. “

Pharaoh and his army rushed in, across the hemisphere that would destroy them. when they all entered the sea, Allah ﷻ ordered Moses to hit the sea with his staff. Moses also carried out the order of his Rabb. The split sea returned to normal. Allah ﷻ says,

وَأَنجَيْنَا مُوسَى وَمَن مَّعَهُ أَجْمَعِينَ * ثُمَّ أَغْرَقْنَا الآخَرِينَ * إِنَّ فِي ذَلِكَ لَآيَةً وَمَا كَانَ أَكْثَرُهُم مُّؤْمِنِينَ

“And We saved Moses and those who were with him all. And We drown the other groups. Verily in this is indeed a great sign (miracle) and but most of them are not believers. “(QS: Ash-Shu’araa | Verse: 65-67).

None of the believers drowned. And none of Pharaoh and his followers could survive.

After being completely conscious and sure to sink the Pharaoh said:

وجاوزنا ببني إسرائيل البحر فأتبعهم فرعون وجنوده بغيا وعدوا حتى إذا أدركه الغرق قال آمنت أنه لا إله إلا الذي آمنت به بنو إسرائيل وأنا من المسلمين

“And We enabled the Children of Israel to cross the sea, then they were followed by Pharaoh and his army, because they wanted to persecute and oppress (them); so that if the Pharaoh had almost drowned he said: “I believe that there is no God but God who is believed by the Children of Israel, and I am among those who surrender (to God)”. “(QS: Jonah | Verse: 90) .

God denounces and teaches us all. When life in the throat and destruction is truly visible, will someone realize?

آلْآنَ وَقَدْ عَصَيْتَ قَبْلُ وَكُنْتَ مِنَ الْمُفْسِدِينَ

“Is it now (you just believe), even though you have been rebellious for a long time, and you are among those who do damage.” (QS: Jonah | Verse: 91).

God has set the law. And destroy those who do wrong.

فَالْيَوْمَ نُنَجِّيكَ بِبَدَنِكَ لِتَكُونَ لِمَنْ خَلْفَكَ آيَةً ۚ وَإِنَّ كَثِيرًا مِنَ النَّاسِ عَنْ آيَاتِنَا لَغَافِلُونَ

“So on this day We save your body so that you can be a lesson for those who come after you and in fact most of the people are unaware of the signs of Our power.” (QS: Jonah | Verse: 92).

Pass the incident. But the lessons have never disappeared throughout the ages.

From Ibn Abbas radhiallahu ‘anhuma, Rasulullah ﷺ came to Medina. He found the Jews fasting on the day of Ashura (10 Muharam). Then he asked them,

«مَا هَذَا الْيَوْمُ الَّذِى تَصُومُونَهُ». فَقَالُوا هَذَا يَوْمٌ عَظِيمٌ أَنْجَى اللَّهُ فِيهِ مُوسَى وَقَوْمَهُ وَغَرَّقَ فِرْعَوْنَ وَقَوْمَهُ فَصَامَهُ مُوسَى شُكْرًا فَنَحْنُ نَصُومُهُ. فَقَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ -صلى الله عليه وسلم- «فَنَحْنُ أَحَقُّ وَأَوْلَى بِمُوسَى مِنْكُمْ». فَصَامَهُ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ -صلى الله عليه وسلم- وَأَمَرَ بِصِيَامِهِ.

“What day are you in charge of today?” The Jews replied, “This is a very noble day. This is the day God saved Moses and his people. At that time Pharaoh and his people were drowned. Moses fasted today in order to be grateful, so we followed him fasting today “.

The Messenger of Allah berkata then said, “We should have more right and priority to follow Moses than you.” Then after that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ ordered the Muslims to fast. ”(Narrated by Muslim no. 1130).

Sa’id bin Jubair

His body is muscular, perfect body shape, agile movements, intelligent brain, witty genius, enthusiastic about virtue, and stay away from sin. Although black in color, curly hair, and originally from Habsyi, but not falling self-confidence to be a special human, especially when he was young.

The young man who came from the native habitat and became an Arab citizen was well aware that science is a way that can deliver to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala. And piety is the way that leads him to heaven. Therefore, he made tawa on his right side and knowledge on his left side. Both are combined with tight bonds.

With these two things he navigated the oceans of life without resting and sitting idly by. Since he was young, people have known him as a young man who is familiar with the books he reads. Or if they don’t get it while reading a book, then he is in his mihrab for worship. That is he man of choice in his day, Sa’id bin Jubair radhiyallahu ‘anhu.

Pemuda Sa’id studied with many senior friends, such as Abu Sa’id al-Khudri, Adi bin Hatim ath-Thayy, Abu Musa al-Ash’ari, Abu Hurairah ad-Dausi, Abdullah bin Umar and Ummul Mu’minin Aisha. But the main teacher is Abdullah bin Abbas radhiyallahu ‘anhu, professor of Muslims and a vast sea of ​​knowledge.

With each Sa’id bin Jubair following Abdullah bin Abbas like a shadow that always follows his people. From this friend he explored the interpretation of the Koran, the traditions, and the details. From him he also studied the issues of religion and his interpretation. Also learn the language to be proficient with it. And in turn, there is no one on earth except for their knowledge.

Furthermore, he wandered around in Muslim countries to seek knowledge according to God’s will. After feeling enough, he decided that Kufah was his place of residence. And later he became a teacher and priest in that city.

He became the imam of prayer for the Muslims in the month of Ramadan, sometimes reading the Koran with qira’ah Abdullah bin Masud radhiyallahu hu anhu, sometimes with qira’ah Zaid bin Tsabit radhiyallahu ‘anhu and sometimes with qira’ah besides.

If he prayed alone, sometimes he recited the Qur’an in one prayer. And it has become his habit when reading the verses of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala:

“(That is) those who belie the Book (the Qur’an) and the revelations brought by Our messengers whom We have sent. Later they will find out, when chains and chains are placed on their necks, as they are dragged, into very hot water, then they are burned in fire. “(QS. Al-Mukmin: 70-72)

Or when reading similar verses that contain threats, then his body trembles, his heart trembles, and tears drip. Then repeat the verse until sometimes it almost faints.

He traveled to Baitullah al-Haram twice every year. The first is in the month of Rajab to perform Umrah, then in the month of Dzulqa’ah until after the Hajj.

People who long for knowledge and kindness come to Kufa to breathe clear sources of knowledge from Sa’id bin Jubair. He was asked, “What is the khasyyah (fear)?” He replied, “Khasyyah is that you must fear Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala, so that your fear hinders you from immoral acts.”

When asked about dzikir, he said, “Dhikr is obedient to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala. Whoever responds to the call of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala and obeys Him, means that he dhikr to Him. As for those who turn away and do not want to obey, then he is not an expert on dhikr, even though he exalts and reads the Qur’an all night long. “

The city of Kufah was his choice to settle when it was under the leadership of governor Hajjaj bin Yusuf ats-Tsaqafi. Hajjaj’s power encompassed Iraq and all of Syria and the country opposite, he held his position and power with pride. He had killed Abdullah bin Zubair, crushed his movement, subjugated Iraq under the rule of the Umayyads and quelled rebellions here and there. Wielding his sword in the back of a man and spreading fear throughout his country of power. Until the residents were horrified and afraid of their cruelty.

Sa’id bin Jubair Against the Cruelty of Hajjaj bin Yusuf ats-Tsaqafi

One time Allah’s destiny wanted a dispute between Hajjaj bin Yusuf ats-Tsaqafi and one of his companions named Abdurrahman bin Asy’ats. The war of arguments finally developed into a great slander which claimed many victims, leaving deep scars and sadness for the Muslims.

Some say that the slander occurred when Hajjaj sent Ibn Ash’ats with his army to conquer the city of Ratbil in Turkey, behind an area called Sajistan.

Then the powerful commander fought with his large army and succeeded in controlling most of the country. Including seizing several strong fortresses and ghanimahs from cities and villages. Then the commander sent an envoy to face Hajjaj to deliver good news and at the same time send one fifth and ghanimah to baitul maal belonging to the Muslims. In addition he also wrote a letter, asking permission to temporarily stop the war. So that he could learn the ins and outs of the terrain as well as the circumstances and habits of the inhabitants of the country, before deciding to invade the inland areas which were not known by the troops who had succeeded in gaining victory.

But Hajjaj was furious with the establishment of the commander. He wrote a reply letter containing severe criticism and accused Abdurrahman of being a coward and threatened to fire him. Once the letter from the governor comes. Abdurrahman bin Asy’ats immediately gathered his commanders and officers. He read the letter and then discussed what attitude they should take.

It turned out that the commanders suggested opposing Hajjaj’s order. So Abdurrahman said, “Are you willing to pledge allegiance to jihad to him until Allah cleanses the earth of Iraq from its tyranny?” Finally they made allegiance to the commander.

Abdurrahman bin Asy’ats’s army moved to attack Hajjaj’s troops with a burning hatred in his chest. There was a tremendous battle between them and Ibn Yusuf’s forces, and Abdurrahman’s forces won him to be able to master Sajistan and most of the Persian region. Furthermore Abdurrahman desires to take Kufa and Basrah from the power of Hajjaj bin Yusuf.

The war is still raging between the two camps. Ibn Ash’ats continued to control the city after city. That made Hajjaj’s anger rise to the crown. At the same time, guardians in various regions have written letters to Hajjaj who reported on the number of experts in the dhimma who embraced Islam to escape the obligation to pay jizyah. They had left the countryside to go to the cities. This means the depletion of state income. Then Hajjaj wrote a letter to his guardian in Basrah and other cities to gather the dhimma experts who had moved and returned everything to their respective places of origin. Also not spared for those who have long lived in the city. The Hajjaj order was immediately carried out. A large number of dhimma experts were collected and kept away from their livelihoods. On the outskirts of the city, they were gathered with their wives and forced to return to the villages they had left for a long time.

Women, children and old people cry in tears. They asked for help while exclaiming, “O people of Muhammad … O people of Muhammad.” They were confused about what to do, not knowing where to go. Then, came the scholars and Jurisprudence experts to help and try to get the order canceled. But the results were nil, so they also cried because of their crying and then prayed that God would remove them from the calamity.

The disappointment of the scholars was used by Abdurrahman. He approached the scholars to support his cause. Then some figures from Tabi’in and Islamic leaders intervened, including including Sa’id bin Jubair, Abdurrahman bin Laila, Imam Asy-Sya’bi, Abul Bukhtari and others.

A big war between the two sides erupted. At first the victory took sides in the forces of Ibn Ash-ats, but then little by little the balance shifted. Hajjaj’s army was on the wind, until finally the power of Ibn Ash’ats could be destroyed. Ibn Ash’at fled and his troops surrendered to Hajjaj.

After that, Hajjaj ordered his employees to call on the rebels to renew their allegiance. Some of them obeyed and a few disappeared, including Sa’id bin Jubair.

The surrendering people came to pledge allegiance, but they were shocked by what they did not expect. Hajjaj said to one of them, “Do you claim to be an infidel because you canceled your allegiance to your emir? If he answers, “Yes” then his new allegiance is received and then released. But if you answer, “No” then killed.

Some of those who are weak, submissive and forced to confess infidelity for their safety. While some others remained firm and did not leave the order, they had to pay with their necks.

According to scattered news, the slaughter had consumed thousands of people, while thousands of others survived after claiming to be infidels.

In another incident, there were parents from the Khat’am tribe. When there were riots and chaos between the two camps, he did not side with anyone and lived somewhere far behind the Euphrates river. Then he was led to Hajjaj, then asked about him.

Old Man: “Since the battle erupted, I exiled myself to a distant place while waiting for the war to end. After you win and the war is over, then I come here to do Bai’at. “

Hajjaj: “Woe to you! You stay silent as a spectator and don’t help your leader, now do you claim that you have been an infidel? “

Parents: “Cursed me if for 80 years served God, then claimed to be an infidel.”

Hajjaj: “If so I will kill you.”

Parents: “If you kill me … for the sake of Allah, all that remains of my age is only like the time of patience of a thirsty donkey. In the morning he drinks and the afternoon dies. I did look forward to the death day and night. Therefore, do everything you want.

Finally the old man was beheaded. None of the followers or enemies of Hajjaj present there who did not praise and feel compassion for the old shaykh and asked for mercy for him.

Then it was Hajjaj’s turn to call Kamil bin Ziyad an-Nukhai confronted from being asked:

Hajjaj: “Do you admit that you have been an infidel?”

Kamil: “No. For God’s sake I will not admit it. “

Hajjaj: “If so, I will kill you.”

Kamil: “Please, if you want to do it. Will meet next to God and every murder counts. “

Hajjaj: “At that time, the mistake was on your side.”

Kamil: “true, if you are the judge on that Day of Judgment.”

Hajjaj: “Kill him!”

Then he was killed …

Furthermore, it was also confronted by someone who had long been a burnt Hajjaj because he was considered insulting. Hajjaj said, “I don’t think the person in front of me is unlikely to admit he is an infidel.” But the person replied, “Don’t let me corner me first and not lie about me too. Indeed, I am the most infidel person on this earth, more infidels than the arbitrary Pharaoh. “Hajjaj was forced to release him, even though he had already itched to kill him.

It is said that the massacre had claimed thousands of victims from believers who were firm in their stance. And thousands of other survivors were forced to confess to being infidels. Sa’id bin Jubair was convinced that if he was caught, he would face two choices like the others too, namely beheaded or admit he was infidel. Two choices, the sweetest of the two is so bitter. Therefore, he chose to leave Iraq, hiding himself from society. So he traveled around the earth on Allah clandestinely so as not to be known by Hajjaj and his accomplices, until finally living in a village near Mecca.

For ten years he stayed there, a long enough time to get rid of Hajjaj’s revenge and malice.

However, it turns out there are developments in unexpected situations. A new emir was brought to Mecca, namely Khalid bin Abdullah al-Qasri who also came from the Umayyads. Sa’id bin Jubair’s friends became anxious and worried because they knew about the new guardian’s atrocities. They suspect that the new guardian will surely arrest Sa’id bin Jubair.

Among them immediately met Sa’id bin Jubair then said, “That person has come to Mecca. For God’s sake, we are worried about you, so you should just come out from here. “But he replied,” By Allah, I have been hiding for a long time until I feel ashamed of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala. I have decided to stay here, surrender to God’s will. “

Allegations of people about Khalid’s atrocities turned out to not be missed. As soon as he heard and learned about the hiding place of Sa’id bin Jubair, he immediately sent his troops to arrest Sa’id, binding him and sending it to Hajjaj in the town of Wasit later.

Khalid’s army surrounded the shaykh’s house and captured and tied him in front of his students and friends. After that they got ready to take him to Hajjaj. Sa’id faced all that calmly. He turned to his friends and said,

“I feel I will be killed in the hands of the tyrannical ruler. Indeed, one night I had worshiped with two friends. We felt the sweetness of worship and prayer to God, then the three of us begged for forgiveness (martyrdom). The two friends have got it, only I am still waiting. “

Not to mention he finished talking, a little girl appeared and for the sake of seeing him tied and dragged by the soldiers, he immediately embraced Sa’id while crying. Sa’id comforted him gently and said, “Tell your mother my daughter, we will meet later in heaven, God willing.” The boy left.

A messenger arrived who brought Said a priest who was zahid, id abid, and worshiped in the city of Referee. Sa’id was confronted by Hajjaj bin Yusuf.

After Said was in the presence of Hajjaj, with a hateful look Hajjaj asked:

Hajjaj: “What’s your name?”

Sorry: “Sa’id (happy) bin Jubair (mighty).”

Hajjaj: “The truth is you are Shaykh (wretched) bin Kasir (paralyzed).”

Said: “My mother knows my name better than you.”

Hajjaj: “What do you think about Muhammad?”

Sa’id: “What do you mean by Muhammad bin Abdullah sallallaahu aih alaihi wa sallam?”

Hajjaj: “Right.”

Said: “The main man among the descendants of Adam and the chosen prophet. The best among the living and the noblest of the dead. He has carried out the minutes and delivered the message, he has fulfilled advice for Allah, His book, for all Muslims in general and specifically. “

Hajjaj: “What do you think about Abu Bakr?”

Sa’id: “Ash-Siddiq, caliph of the Prophet sallallaahu‘ alaihi wa sallam. He died commendable and lived happily. He took the guidance of the Prophet sallallaahu aih alaihi wa sallam, without changing or replacing the slightest bit from him. “

Hajjaj: “What do you think about Umar?”

Sa’Id: “He is al-Faruq, with Allah distinguishing between the haq and the vanity. He was the chosen man of God and His apostle, he carried out and followed in the footsteps of his two predecessors, so he lived a commendable life and died as a martyr. “

Hajjaj: “What about Uthman?”

Sa’id: “He provided the Usrah army and lightened the burden of the Muslims by buying” Ruumah “wells and buying houses for themselves in Heaven. He was the son-in-law of the Prophet of two of his daughters and was married because of revelations from heaven. Then get killed in the hands of wrongdoers. “

Hajjaj: “What about Ali?”

Sa’id: “He is the son of the uncle of the Prophet sallallaahu aih alaihi wa sallam and the first young man to embrace Islam. He is the husband of Fatima Radhiallahu ha anha the daughter of the Prophet sallallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam, father of Hasan and Hussein who are two leaders of the young experts of Heaven.”

Hajjaj: “Which Caliph of the Umayyads do you like the most?”

Sa’id: “The most dear to their Creator.”

Hajjaj: “Which one is the most dear to the Lord?”

Sa’id: “Knowledge about that is only known by the Knower of the Zahir and the hidden.”

Hajjaj: “What do you think about me?”

Said: “You know more about yourself.”

Hajjaj: “I want to hear your opinion.”

Said: “It will hurt and irritate you.”

Hajjaj: “I have to know and hear from you.”

Sa’id: “What I know, you have violated the Book of Allah, you put priority on things that look great when it actually takes you to destruction and puts you in hell.”

Hajjaj: “Then, for God’s sake I will kill you.”

Said: “If so, then you damage my world and I destroy your hereafter.”

Hajjaj: “Choose for yourself the ways of death that you like.”

Said: “Choose yourself O Hajjaj. For God’s sake, for every way you do, God will reward you in a way that is worth it in the hereafter. “

Hajjaj: “Don’t you want my forgiveness?”

Sa’id: “Forgiveness is only from Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala, while you have no forgiveness and reason before Him.”

The height of anger Hajjaj. To the executioner ordered: “Prepare the sword and the base!”

Said smiled at him, so asked Hajjaj,

Hajjaj: “Why are you smiling?”

Sa’id: “I am amazed at your pride in God and the spaciousness of God towards you.”

Hajjaj: “Kill him now!”

Sa’id: (Facing the Qibla while reading the word of Allah Ta’ala):

“Indeed I confront myself with Rabb who created the heavens and the earth by tending to the true religion, and I am not among those who associate partners with Allah.” (QS. Al-An’am: 79)

Hajjaj: “Keep it from the Qiblah!”

Sa’id: (Reading the word of Allah Ta’ala)

“And belongs to Allah, east and west, wherever you face there is the face of God.” (Surat al-Baqarah: 115)

Hajjaj: “Put him on the ground!”

Sa’id: (Reading the word of Allah Ta’ala)

“From that earth (the land) We made you and to him We will return you and from it We will release you at other times.” (QS. Thaha: 55)

Hajjaj: “Slay this enemy of Allah! I have never met anyone who likes to excuse with the verses of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala like him. “

Said: (Lifting both hands while praying), “Allah, no more. You give the blessing, he does it to others after me.”

No more than fifteen days after the death of Sa’id bin Jubair, Hajjaj bin Yusuf suddenly developed a fever. As the days went on his body temperature increased and his pain worsened until his condition alternated between fainting and regaining consciousness. His sleep was no longer sound, intermittently woke up in fear and delirious: “This is Sa’id bin Jubair about to pounce on me! This, Sa’id bin Jubair said: “Why did you kill me?” He wept bitterly and regretted himself: “What have I done with Sa’id bin Jubair? Return Sa’id bin Jubair to me! “

The condition continued until he died. After the death of Hajjaj, a friend of his had dreamed of him. In his dream he asked Hajjaj: “What did Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala do to you after killing those people, O Hajjaj?”

He replied, “I was tortured with torture worthy of each person, but for the death of Sa’id bin Jubair I was tortured 70 times.”

Tabi’in’s figure: Muhammad bin Waasi ’al-Azdi, Teacher of the Zuhud people of his era

Now we are in the Caliphate of Sulaiman bin Abdul Malik. The time when Yazid bin Muhalab bin Abi Sufrah, one of the unsheathed swords of Islam and a strong guardian of the region of Khurasan, moved quickly with his troops of one hundred thousand people, plus volunteers from those who wanted to seek alms and seek merit.

The target of the attack was to capture the Jurjan and Thabaristan regions. At the forefront of a main tabi’in named Muhammad bin Waasi ‘from Basrah known as Zainul Fuqaha (decoration of fiqh experts), often called Abid Basrah and was a student of the main companion Anas bin Malik al-Ansari, a servant of the Prophet sallallaahu’ alaihi wa sallam.

The warlord Ibn Muhallab and his troops are based in Dihistan which is inhabited by strong and mighty Turks. Their fortresses are sturdy and every day attack the Muslims. When exhausted or feeling pressured in battle, they retreat to valleys in mountainous regions, then take refuge behind its sturdy fortress.

Even though he was thin and his age continued, Muhammad bin Waasi ‘held an important position in Islamic forces. The troops were comforted by the light of faith that emanated from his bright face and became even more excited when he heard the advice coming out of his soft tongue and became calm because his prayers were in difficulty. When the commander ordered to invade, he exclaimed: “O troops of Allah, advance!” Three times. As soon as he heard his voice, all the soldiers were ready to face the enemy like a ferocious beetle. They move forward in high spirits like thirsty people who welcome cold water in the hot sun.

One time in the event of a terrible battle, advance a hero from the enemy ranks to a one on one match war. Never before had anyone seen a tall, muscular body like him. Not to mention agility, strength and courage. He fought in the line until he succeeded in pushing the ranks of the Muslim army and caused a sense of trepidation in their hearts. Then he challenged the one on one duel with pride and arrogance. Until Muhammad bin Waasi ‘could not stand it anymore by facing it. That’s when the spirit of Muslim troops rose again. A young man prevents the old shaykh from serving the challenges of the enemy and asks that he be allowed to face the challenges of the enemy. The Shaykh obeyed his request and prayed for his victory.

Two soldiers stood face to face, each wanted to kill his opponent by all means. Then they dueled like two crazy lions. The eyes and hearts of both sides of the forces are concentrated in both.

The two swords blithered, each swung towards the head of his opponent simultaneously, the sword of a Turkish soldier on a Muslim army helmet, while the sword of a Muslim soldier landed right in the forehead of a Turkish soldier until it split in two.

The Muslim soldiers returned to the ranks of the Muslims with victory. A sight they had never seen, while his sword was covered in blood and a small sword was still gleaming. Muslim forces were deeply moved to see the unequaled event. Then greet him with joy with takbir, tahlil and tahmid.

Yazid bin Muhallab was amazed to see flashes of swords and weapons in the man’s hand and then asked, “How great, who is he?” People answered, “He is the one who got the blessing from Muhammad bin Waasi ‘.”

Comparison of strength began to turn around after the death of the large Turkish soldier. A sense of trepidation spreads in the hearts of the polytheists like a fire spreads on dry grass. On the contrary, the fighting spirit of the Muslim forces lights up instantly, then they pound on the enemies of Allah like the flow of water, surrounded tightly like a circle of necklaces wrapped around the neck. They are able to block enemy waterways and logistics.

So, there was no other choice for the king of the polytheists but instead made peace. Therefore, they offer peace to the Muslims and will surrender all the wealth of their country as long as their families and property are safe.

The offer was approved by Yazid. They are required to pay 700,000 dirhams in stages. The first time he had to pay 400,000 dirhams, then handed over 400 camels loaded with za’faran (turmeric) and 400 people who each carried a silver glass, wore silk and velvet hats and wore coats like those worn by the wives of their soldiers.

The war was over, Yazid bin Muhallab said to his treasurer: “Set aside some of the ghanimah for us. Give in return for services to those who are entitled. “Treasurer of the person with whom he tried to try to count but was unable, then the ghanimah was divided on the basis of willingness …

Among the ghanimah, also found by the Muslims a crown made of pure gold studded with diamonds of various colors in the carvings that are beautiful to the eye. Yazid raised it high so everyone could see, then said, “Did you see anyone who didn’t want this thing?” They said, “May Allah improve Amir’s condition, who will reject the item?”

Yazid said, “You will see that among the people of Muhammad sallallaahu aih alaihi wa sallam there are always those who do not want this treasure or anything like this on the earth.” Then he called his servant and said, “Look for Muhammad bin Waasi ‘!

The envoy got the old shaykh in a quiet place, was berighighing, grateful and prayed. The envoy said, “Amir Yazid is calling you right now.” He stood up and followed the envoy to Amir Yazid, he greeted him and then sat nearby. Amir answered greetings better, then took the crown and said,

Yazid: “O Abu Abdillah, Muslim forces have found this very precious crown. I see you are the one who deserves it, so I make it your part and people agree. “

Muhammad: “You made this part of me O Amir?”

Yazid: “Right, this is your part.”

Muhammad: “I don’t need it. May God repay you and their kindness. “

Yazid: “I swear that you must take this.”

Muhammad bin Waasi ’accepted it because of his Emir’s oath. After that he excused himself while carrying the crown. People who don’t know him say cynically: “In fact, he also brought the treasure.”

Meanwhile Yazid ordered someone to stalk the shaykh silently to see what he wanted to do with it, then tell him the news. Then someone goes to follow him without his knowledge.

Muhammad bin Waasi walked by opposing the treasure in his hand. In the middle of the road he met a stranger who was disheveled and tattered begging for help from the treasures of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala. The Shaykh immediately turned to the right to the left and back … and after making sure no one saw, he gave the crown to the person. The person left happily, as if the burden he had carried had been lifted from his back.

Envoy Yazid bin Muhallab held his hand and invited him to face the emir to recount the incident. The crown was then taken away by Amir and replaced with as much property as he requested.

Yazid said to his troops: “Didn’t I say to you that among the people of Muhammad there were always people who did not need this crown or something like that?”

Diligently, Muhammad bin Waasi ’jihad against the polytheists under the banner of Yazid bin Muhallab until the Hajj season arrived. After the close time, he asked permission from the Emir to do the routine worship.

Yazid said, “My love is in your hands, O Abu Abdillah, whenever you want. And I have prepared the needs for you during the trip. “Muhammad bin Waasi asked:” Do you give those supplies to every soldier who wants to travel like my departure, O amir? “He said:” No, “Muhammad said,” Then , do not have to privilege for me if it is not given to other members of the army. “After that he excused himself and departed.

Although it has been permitted, Muhammad bin Waasi’s departure saddened the hearts of Yazid bin Muhallab and the soldiers who had fought with him. They regretted not asking for prayer and hoping he would hurry back after performing his worship.

It is not unusual for all Muslim warriors anywhere to long for Abid Bashrah to be in their midst. Sense of optimism arises from his presence in their midst because of the many good things that accompany him. They also hoped for a victory from Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala through his good prayer and the magnitude of God’s blessing for him. How noble his soul is even though he himself sees himself as dwarf, even though it is great in the sight of Allah and Muslims.

How beautiful a people who have a history of noble souls like him. We will meet again with Abid Basrah Muhammad bin Waasi ‘al-Azdi in the next chapter.

Muhammad bin Waasi (Abid Bashrah and Ornament of Jurists)

We are in 87 H. When the Islamic hero and commander in chief Qutaibah bin Muslim al-Bahili led his formidable army from the city of Marwa to Bukhara, wanting to take control of the rest of the country on the other side of the river. He also wanted to fight on the outskirts of China and withdraw jizyah from them.

Not to mention the Qutaibah bin Muslim forces crossing the Seihun river, suddenly the inhabitants of Bukhara saw the Muslim forces. They beat drums in all directions and asked for help from neighboring countries such as Suged, Turkey, China, and so on. Then groups of soldiers flocked various skin colors, languages ​​and religions so that their numbers multiplied compared to Muslim forces.

After that, they immediately blocked all roads of the Muslim army and surrounded all the gaps that could be closed. To the extent that Qutaibah bin Muslim could not smuggle special forces to investigate and search for news about the condition of the enemy, nor could it infiltrate spies into the opposing camp.

So Qutaibah and his army were sandwiched near the city of Bikand, unable to move forward or backward. While the enemy always guerrilla with small groups of troops, then they fight throughout the afternoon. When dusk goes down, they disappear into the base and its strongholds. This condition lasted for two consecutive months. Qutaibah became confused to take a stand whether to stop or move forward.

Not long after, this news ended spreading throughout the Muslim area. They were worried about the fate of the tough troops that had never been defeated and whose commander had never been subdued. The governors in the regions were ordered to call on the people to pray for the safety of the fighting forces in the country across the river. Now, every mosque is full of prayers for them. From the towers there was a cry of plea to Allah and the priests read the qunut prayer at each prayer. Eventually an auxiliary force was formed, a formidable force consisting of volunteers from all over the country. The movement was spearheaded by the famous Shaykh Tabi’in, Muhammad bin Waasi ‘al-Azdi.

It is said that Qutaibah bin Muslim had a non-Arab spy known for his clever tactics and expertise named Taidzar. The enemy managed to persuade these spies with the lure of a large treasure so that he would influence the Muslim leader. The strategy that is carried out is to give a description that the condition of the Muslim forces is very weak compared to the enemy forces with great strength. And try to get Islamic forces to leave the country without war.

Taidzar entered to accompany Qutaibah bin Muslim who was talking with the main officers and other military figures. He approached by the side of Qutabibah, then whispered: “O Amir empty this room if you want.”

A moment later, Qutaibah signaled all those present to leave except for Dzizar bin Hushain who was asked to remain in his place. After that Taidzar said, “I bring news to you O Amir.” Qutaibah said, “Say.” Taidzar said, “Indeed the Amir al-mu’minin in Damascus has fired Hajjaj bin Yusuf ats-Tsaqafi and some of his followers, while you are one of his men. He also replaced them with new leaders in his armed forces. Many of them have now been sent to new posts each and your replacement will come at any time of day or night. In my opinion, it’s better for your troops to be withdrawn from this country and you return to Marwa to rethink a strategy that is far from the battlefield. “

Not to mention Taidzar stopped his chatter, Qutaibah called his bodyguard named Siyah then he said, “Wow Siyah, cut off the traitor’s neck!” Then Siyah cut off Taidzar’s neck, then returned to his original place. Qutaibah turned to Dzirar bin Hushain and said, “On this earth no one else has heard of new news except you and me. I swear by the name of the Most High and the Great, if this news reaches the ears of others before the war is over I will bring you to this cheap traitor. Therefore, if you still love yourself, take care of yourself, keep your tongue. Know that if this news is spread to our troops, it will drop their fighting spirit. “

People are called back. When they saw Taidzar lying in blood, they gasped in amazement. Qutaibah said, “What surprised you from the death of a traitor and liar?” They said, “We thought he was a defender of Islam.” Qutaibah said, “Even he is a traitor to the Muslims, then Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala avenged his betrayal. “Then he shouted loudly,” Now you are going to destroy your enemies. Face them with new hearts and determination. “

Obediently the troops carried out the orders of their commander, Qutaibah bin Muslim. They stand guard against the enemy on the boundary. It’s just that, when the two camps were confronted, the Islamic forces saw the number of enemies and their complete weapons, so the fear began to spread. Qutaibah can feel what is raging in the hearts of his soldiers. So he immediately traveled from one company to another to arouse their enthusiasm. Then he looked to the right and left while asking, “Where is Muhammad bin Waasi ‘al-Uzdi?” They replied, “He is in the right hand row, O amir.” Qutaibah said, “What is he doing?” They said, ” Leaning on his spear, laying forward while pointing his finger at the sky to pray. Do you want us to call him? “

Qutaibah, “No need, leave him alone. For God’s sake, his index finger (his prayer) I like more than a thousand selected swords drawn by a thousand young men. So let him pray, we know that his prayer is fulfilling. “

War also raged, two large forces lunged at each other like lions who were about to pounce on their prey. The two forces met like two waves of flood that collided with each other. Then Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala lowered the calm in the soul of the Islamic forces and helped with the spirit of His strength.

Islamic warriors continued to invade the enemy all day, until when the night went on, Allah shook the enemy’s feet and a sense of trepidation enveloped them until they finally gave up. The Mujahideen can easily cripple them, some fall apart and run away in turmoil, others are successfully captured. So, they gave up and asked Qutaibah to make peace by making a ransom.

Among these prisoners there are bad people and hobbies provoking their people to be hostile to Islam. He said, “I want to redeem myself O Amir!” Qutaibah said, “What is the price of the ransom?” The prisoner replied, “Five thousand pieces of Chinese silk fabric are worth one too.”

Hearing that answer, Qutaibah turned to his friends, “What do you think?” They said, “In our opinion, the property will increase the number of ghanimah for Muslims. In the meantime we also have not worried about its actions and the like after the big victory that we achieved. “

Qutaibah turned to Muhammad bin Waasi al-Uzdi and asked, “How do you think, O Abu Abdillah?” He replied, “O amir, the aim of the Muslims out of jihad is not to gather ghanimah or accumulate wealth, but out for the sake of Allah He is on earth and destroys His enemies. “Qutaibah said,” Jazakallahu khairan, may Allah repay your kindness O Abu Abdillah, for Allah’s sake I will not let such people scare Muslim women after this. Even though he wants to redeem himself with the treasure as big as this world. “Then he ordered that the prisoner be killed.

Muhammad bin Waasi’s relationship with the leaders of the Umayyads was not limited to Yazid bin Muhallab and Qutaibah bin Muslim al-Bahili, but extended to the guardians and other emirs. These included the guardian of Basrah, Bilal bin Abi Burdah. Many impressive events with this one governor.

Once upon a time Muhammad bin Waasi came to this emir wearing a robe from a rough cloth. He was asked, “Why are you wearing this kind of clothes, O Abu Abdillah?” He pretended not to hear and commented a word so the guardian Basrah asked again:

Bilal: “Why don’t you answer my question, O Abu Abdillah?”

Muhammad: “I do not like to say that this is zuhud, because it means I pride myself. And hate to say it as wickedness, because it shows that I am not grateful for the grace of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala, even though in fact I have been pleased. “

Bilal: “Do you need anything, O Abu Abdillah?”

Muhammad: “O amir, Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala will not ask His servants about qadha and qadar on the Day of Judgment. But He will ask about their charity. “

So the Bashir guardian was silent because of shame.

Muhammad bin Waasi ‘is still on the governor’s side when lunch time arrives. The Wali Basrah invited him to eat together, but he refused with various pretexts. Until Bilal became offended and said, “Do you not like to eat our food, O Abu Abdillah.” He said, “Don’t say that, O amir. For God’s sake, what is good for you amirs is that we love more than our own children and family. “

Many times Muhammad bin Waasi was asked to become qadhi, but he always refused firmly and sometimes made him face the risk of it.

He was summoned by the Basrah police chief, namely Muhammad bin Mundzir. He said, “The Iraqi governor ordered me to give up the position of qadhi to you.” He replied, “Keep me from that position, may Allah give you prosperity.” The request was repeated two or three times but he refused.

Because he was rejected, the police chief was angry and said threateningly, “You accept that position or I will whip you 300 times without mercy!” He said, “If you do that then you are acting arbitrarily. Know that being tortured in the world is better than having to be tortured in the hereafter. “The police chief became embarrassed, then allowed Muhammad bin Waasi to return home respectfully.

Muhammad bin Waasi’s Assembly at Basrah Mosque is the main objective of the claimants of knowledge, wisdom seekers and heart life. History records a lot about the news in the assembly. For example, when someone said to him: “O Abu Abdillah, give me a will.” He said, “I testify to you to be king in the world and in the hereafter.” The questioner was surprised and said, “How can I make it happen?” said, “Never be greedy for the contents of the world, surely you will be king in the world, while in the Hereafter be king with victory over merits that are beside Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala.”

Another example, when someone said, “O Abu Abdillah, I love you.” He said, “May Allah love you because of your love.” He said, “May Allah love you because of your love.” Then he went while muttering, “O my God take refuge in you if I am loved for you, even though you are angry with me. “

Every time he heard the praise and adulation of the people for his piety and worship, he said, “If only the sinful act had produced a foul odor, surely none of you would approach me.”

Muhammad bin Waasi ‘always reminds his students to always hold fast to the Book of Allah and live under the auspices of the Koran. He said, “The Koran is a garden for every believer, every time he fulfills a part of it means he has stopped in his garden.”

He also advised that people reduce their portion of food, because those who reduce eating will undoubtedly be sharp in their thoughts and understanding, to be gentle and clean in their hearts. As for too full in eating, it will burden a person to realize his desires.

The degree of takwa possessed by Muhammad bin Waasi ’reached a high peak. A story says that he was once seen on the market to sell his donkey. People who want to buy it ask, “Have you been willing to sell it to me, O Shaykh?” He replied, “If only I would be willing for myself, I would not sell it.”

Throughout his life, he was always afraid of his sins, afraid of being examined by his Lord. Because of that, every time he was asked, “How are you, O Abu Abdillah?” He replied, “It is getting closer to my point, but away from my ideals. How bad I did. “When he saw the questioner in amazement, he said,” What do you think of someone who walks to the hereafter every day? “

When Muhammad bin Waasi ’suffered pain which seemed to be causing his death, people came to him flapping to his house so crowded with people coming in and out, sitting and standing. When he saw it, Muhammad bin Waasi ’complained to the person who was on guard by his side,” What is their presence, for me, if I am later sued from the crown to the soles of my feet. What is the use of them for me if I will be put into the fire of hell. “

After that he prayed, “O Allah, I ask for Your forgiveness for all the conditions and evil that I have done, in the place where I have sinned there, at the door of evil that I entered and from evil that I came out of and every bad deed I’m working on, from the bad words I say and I’m talking about. O God, I beg Your forgiveness for all that. Forgive me, I repent to you, so forgive me so that I can meet you safely before being taken away. “

Umar bin Abdul Aziz Amazing Events in His Life

The living sheet of the Caliph who is an expert in worship, zuhud, and the fifth rashidin caliph is more fragrant than the aroma of misk and more beautiful than a beautiful flower garden. An amazing life story like a fragrant garden, wherever you stop in it is just a cool atmosphere in the heart, beautiful flowers are seen by the eyes and delicious fruits taste.

Even though we were unable to explain the entire journey of his life recorded in history, it did not prevent us from picking a flower in his garden, or taking some of the light as a lantern. Because “ma laa yudraku kullahu laa yutraku ba’dhuhu”, what cannot be taken in full must not be left partially that can be taken.

The first impressive story is narrated by Salamah bin Dinar, an alim in Medina, qadhi, and a resident shaykh of Medina. He told his story:

“One time, I met the Muslim caliph Umar bin Abdul Aziz when he was in Khunashirah, where milk was milked. I haven’t seen him for a long time. I got him at the door. The first time I looked, I did not recognize him anymore because of the many physical changes in him compared to when he met me in Medina. The time when he became governor there. He welcomed me and said:

Umar: “Come near me O Abu Hazim!”

Me: (I also approach), Aren’t you the emir of the believer Umar bin Abdul Aziz? “

Umar: “Right!”

Me: “What caused you to change ?! Isn’t your face used to be handsome? Is your skin smooth? Life is sufficient? “

Umar: “So, I have indeed changed.”

I: “So what caused you to change, even though you have mastered gold and silver and you have been appointed as the emir of believers?”

Umar: “What changed for me, Abu Hazim?”

I: “The body is so thin and dry, your skin has become rough and your face has turned pale, your eyes are already dimmed …”

Suddenly he cried and said,

Umar: “What if you see me after three days in the grave, maybe my eyes have slipped on my cheek … my stomach has been spilled in its contents … the caterpillars gnawed through my whole body voraciously. Indeed, if you see me then O Abu Hazim, surely you will not recognize me more than today. Do you remember a hadith that you read to me while in Medina, O Abu Hazim? “

I: “I have delivered many traditions of the believers, then which of the traditions do you mean?”

Umar: “That is the hadith narrated by Abu Hurairah.”

Me: “Right, I still remember the Believer of the Believer.”

Umar: “Repeat the hadith for me, because I want to hear it from you!”

I: “I have heard Abu Hurairah say,” I heard the Prophet sallallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam said, ungguhnya Truly before you lies a steep obstacle, very dangerous, no one can pass it safely but a strong person.”

Then crying Umar with heartwarming tears, I was worried that the crying would break his heart. Then he tears and turns to me and says, “Do you want to admonish me, Abu Hazim, if I relax in climbing the steep obstacle so that I can reach it? Because I’m worried if I don’t succeed.

The second story in Umar’s life, Tabari has told us from Thufail bin Mirdaas, he told me:

“When the emir of the believers Umar bin Abdul Aziz was appointed as caliph he wrote a letter to Sulaiman bin Abi as-Sari, his governor in Shugdi which contained,‘ Make huts in your country to entertain the Muslims. If one of them passes by, then watch him for a day and a night, improve the situation and take care of the vehicle. If he complains of trouble, then order your employee to take it for two days and help him get out of his trouble. If he gets lost on the road, there is no sign for him and there is no vehicle that he can support, so give him something he needs so he can go home. “

Governor Sulaiman immediately carried out the decree of the believers. He built huts as ordered by the believers’ amirul to be provided for the Muslims. Then the news spread in all directions. People from the hemisphere of Islam in the West and in the East are busy talking about it and mentioning the justice and piety of the Caliph.

Until the news arrived at the residents of Samarkand. They did not waste the opportunity. They went to Governor Sulayman bin As-Sari and said, “Indeed, your predecessor named Qutaibah bin Muslim al-Bahili has usurped our country without preaching to us first. He is not as you do – the Muslims – that is to offer choices before fighting. What we know is that you call on enemies to want to convert to Islam first. If they refuse, you tell them to pay jizyah, if they reject it then you give a war ultimatum.

Now, we see your caliph’s justice and his piety. So we desire to complain about the treatment of your troops to us. And we ask for your help for what one of your warlords has done to us. Then allow the emir to let one of us report this to your caliph and to complain about the tyranny that we have felt. If we do have the right, then give it to us, but if not, we will go back to where we came from. “

Governor Sulaiman allowed one of them to be an ambassador to meet the caliph in the land of Damascus. When the envoy arrived at the caliph’s house and complained about their problems to the Muslim caliph Umar bin Abdul Aziz, the caliph wrote a letter to his governor Sulaiman bin as-Sari which included:

“Amma ba’du … if my letter has arrived at you, then appoint a qadhi (judge) to the residents of Samarkand who will study their complaint. If the qadhi decides that the truth is on their side, then instruct the entire Muslim army to leave their city. Invite the Muslims who have lived with them to immediately return to their country. Then recover the situation as before when we haven’t entered it. Namely before Qutaibah bin Muslim al-Bahili was still in their country. “

Then the messenger arrived at Solomon and he handed him a letter from the emir of the believers. The governor immediately appointed a prominent qadhi named “Jumai ‘bin Hadhir An-Naaji.” He immediately studied their complaints, he asked them to tell them about them. Also hearing testimony from witnesses from Muslim forces and leaders of the Samarkand population, the qadhi confirmed the allegations of the residents of Samarkand and the court to win their side.

A moment later, the governor ordered the entire Muslim army to leave the city of Samarkand and return to their bases. However, they are still prepared to go on jihad on other occasions. Maybe they will re-enter their country peacefully, or they will defeat them with war, or it might be their destiny to conquer them.

When the leaders of Samarkand heard the decision of the qadhi who won their affairs, each of them whispered to each other: “Damn, you have lived side by side with the Muslims and stayed with them as you see them, asking that they stay with us, mate to them well, and happily you stay with them … “

The third event was left by Umar bin Abdul Aziz. This story is told by Ibn Abdil Hakam to us in his precious book “Siirah Umar bin Abdul Aziz” (the journey of life of Umar bin Abdul Aziz). He said:

“Towards the death of Umar, Maslamah bin Abdul Malik entered and said,” O true believers you forbid your children to get this property. So it would be nice if you left me or someone you trust among your family for your children. “When he had finished speaking, Umar said,” Please sit me down! “So they seated him, then he said:” Really I heard what you said, Maslamah, as for your saying that I prevented children from getting a share of the property, so in fact for the sake of Allah I did not prevent something that was their right. But I do not dare to give property that is not their right. As for what you say, “It would be nice if you left me or someone you trust among your family to (bear) your children,” then in fact my will for my children is only Allah who sent Al-Kitab correctly, He it’s the one who protects righteous people. Know O Maslamah! That my children are only one of two possibilities, whether he is a righteous and pious person so that Allah will provide them with His gift and He makes a way out for their difficulties. Or is he an ungodly child who wallows with immorality, while sometimes I do not want to be someone who helps them with assets to mock to God. “After that he said,” Call my children here! “

So the children of the believers, numbering dozens of children, were called upon. As soon as they saw them, he shed tears and said, “I left them in poor condition without anything.” He cried silently then turned to them and said, “O my children, I have left to you the kindness many. Indeed when you pass by a Muslim or dhimma expert they see that you have rights over them. O my children, actually in front of you there are two choices. Do you live well but your father goes to hell, or are you in a state of indigence, but your father goes to heaven. I believe that you prefer if your father survives hell rather than you live rich lives. “

He watched them with a compassionate look while saying, “Stand up for you, may Allah guard you, stand up for you, may Allah bestow luck on you …” then Maslamah turned to him and said,

Maslamah: “I have something better than that O believers!”

Umar: “Is that O Maslamah?”

Maslamah: “I have 300,000 dinars … I want to reward you and share them, or give up if you want.”

Umar: “Do you want something better than your proposal, O Maslamah?”

Maslamah: “Is that O Amir al-mu’minin?”

Umar: “You returned from whom the item was taken, because you did not have the right to the item.”

Then Maslamah’s tears dripped and said,

Maslamah: “May Allah bless you O Amir al-mu’minin when life or after death … really you soften the hard heart between us, remind you who forgets between us, you will always be a warning to us.”

Since that incident, people followed the news about Umar’s children after his death. So they saw that none of them lived poor and begged. Really the word of Allah Ta’ala:

“And God fear those who leave behind them weak children, whom they fear for. Therefore let them fear God and let them say the right words. “(Surat an-Nisaa: 9)

Tabi’in’s figure: Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah bin Ali bin Abi Talib

One time there was a dispute and caused mutual alienation between Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah and his brother, Hasan bin Ali. Then Muhammad bin al-Hanafiyyah wrote a letter to Hasan as follows:

“Verily Allah gives you wholeness more than me. Your mother was Fatima bin Muhammad bin Abdillah sallallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam, while my mother was a woman from the Banu Hanifah. Your grandfather from the mother’s path is His chosen Messenger, while my grandfather from the mother’s path is Ja’far bin Qais. If my letter reaches you, I hope you are pleased to come here and make peace, so that you stay ahead of me in all things … “when he arrived, Hasan rushed to his house to establish peace.

Who is this polite, intelligent and wise young man named Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah? “Let us follow the journey of his life from the beginning.

We begin this story from the final seconds of the life of the Prophet sallallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam.

One day, Ali bin Abi Talib sat with the Prophet sallallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam and said: “O Messenger of Allah, if I have more children after you are gone, may I give the name of my child with your name and I give chew (nickname) with chewing You (ie Abu al-Qasim)? “The Prophet sallallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam said,” May. “

Time rolled on, until finally the Prophet sallallaahu aih alaihi wa sallam died and a few months later followed by his daughter, Fatimah who was the mother of Hasan and Hussein. After that Ali bin Abi Talib remarried a woman from the Banu Hanifa named Khaulah bint Ja’far bin Qais al-Hanafiyyah.

This marriage gave birth to a baby boy who was given the name Muhammad and was given the nickname Abu al-Qasim with the blessing of the Prophet sallallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam before. However, ordinary people called him by the name of Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah to distinguish it from his two brothers, Hasan and Hussein. His second mother is Fatima az-Zahra. While her mother was a woman from al-Hanafiyah. Then that is the name that is widely known by history.

Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah was born at the end of the caliph of Abu Bakr al-Shidiq radhiyallahu ‘anhu. He grew up and grew up under the guidance of his father, Ali bin Abi Talib. From his father, he inherited the perseverance of his worship, the nature of zuhud, his courage and strength in addition to the fluency of his tongue.

During the day, he became a hero on the battlefield and became a figure in the ranks of the scholars. At night he is a monk when the human eye sleeps asleep.

His father radikyahuahu ‘anhu had galvanized him in the midst of the battle that he was following. He was burdened with heavy burdens which had never been borne by both his sadists, Hasan and Hussein. Thus he was never lazy or weak in spirit.

He was once asked, “Why are you always deployed in dangerous terrain and bear the burden of more than your two brothers, Hasan and Hussein?” With his laughter, “Because, my two brothers are like the eyes of your father, while my position is like his hands. So dad kept his eyes with both hands. “

When the Shiffin war broke out between Ali Abi Talib’s group and the Mu’awiyah bin Abi Sufyan group, Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah held the banner of his father.

When the war broke out, casualties fell from both parties. An event occurred which was then narrated by him. He said the incident:

“While in Shiffin we fought against our own friend, Muawiyah. We killed each other, so we suspected there would be nothing left of us or them. I became sad and anxious because of it.

Suddenly I heard a shout from behind me: “O Muslim brothers … remember Allah … Allah … O Muslim brothers … Allah … Allah, leave your people, O Muslim brothers …!

Immediately I came to my senses and promised that I would not lift and draw weapons again against any Muslim since that day … “

In turn, Ali was martyred in the hands of the wrongdoers and lawlessness and the Caliphate fell into the hands of Mu’awiyah bin Abi Sufyan. Even the Mu’awiyah asked Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah to visit him frequently. Several times Muhammad visited Damascus to meet Mu’awiyah radhiyallahu ‘anhu.

For example, when one day the Roman Emperor wrote a letter to Mu’awiyah which included:

“Our kings have the habit of doing correspondence and sending each other amazing things that each has. Then we compete with each other the amazing things we have. Do you want to allow us to do the same thing as the custom that applies between us? “

Mu’awiyah agreed to the offer and gave permission. After that the Roman emperor sent two men who looked amazing. One is unusually high and large in stature as if it were a large tree rising in the middle of a forest, or a large building. The other one is amazingly strong and the muscles are strong like wild animals. The arrival of both of them accompanied by a letter read: “Is there anyone who matches the greatness and strength of these two people in your country?”

Mu’awiyah consulted with Amru bin Ash,

Mu’awiyah: “For those who are big, I have found a match, even beyond that, namely Qais bin Sa’ad bin Ubadah. But to match that strong person I ask for your consideration.

Amru bin Ash: “There are two people who are suitable, it’s just that both of them are far from you, they are Muhammadiyah al-Hanafiyyah and Abdullah bin Zubair.”

Mu’awiyah: “Isn’t Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah not far from us?”

Amru: “But do you think that with his noble position, is he willing to be pitted against the Roman in front of the public?”

Mu’awiyah: “He must have been willing, even more than that while he saw there was good in it and Islam seemed more authoritative.”

Then Mu’awiyah called Qais bin Sa’id bin Sa’ad and Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah.

The arena was opened, to find out who was taller, Qias bin Sa’ad opened his outer pants and threw them at the Romans, telling him to wear them. When used it turns out to close to his chest so that people also laugh amused to see it.

It was the turn of Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah, he said to the translator: “Tell this Roman, he may choose, he sits and I stand, then he must be able to make me sit or I make him stand up. It is also possible if he chooses to stand up and I sit down … “The Romans preferred to sit.

Then Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah held the Roman hand until it almost broke off his shoulder and finally he sat on the ground.

Finally, the two people from across the country returned to their country with defeat and humiliation.

Day after day changed, until Mu’awiyah and his son, Yazid and Marwan bin Hakam died. The Khilafah fell to Abdul Malik bin Marwan from the hands of the Umayyad. This new Caliph was guided by Muslim residents of Sham. However, the residents of the Hijaz and Iraq preferred to give allegiance to Abdullah bin Zubair.

Both of them called on the people to share with him. Each claimed he was the one who deserved to be a caliph rather than his opponent. So that the Muslims broke into two groups.

At that time, Abdullah bin Zubair asked Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah to do the Bai’at and the entire population of Hijaz. But Muhammad knew that bai’at would make him bound to the dibai’at. He must always help him, including drawing a sword against anyone who opposes it. Even though those who oppose it are fellow Muslims who choose to share with others.

Still ringing in Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah’s memory during the Shiffin event. Years have passed, but he can’t shake that loud and touching voice. His call was echoed: “O Muslims … O Muslim brothers … remember Allah … Allah … O Muslim brothers …! Who are our women and children for? Who will defend our religion and honor from the Romans and the Dailam people? “He was truly unable to forget that. He said to Abdullah bin Zubair: “You know very well that I do not want to do that. My position is only as a Muslim. If all Muslims agree on one of you, then I have no objection to blessing to you or him. For the time being I don’t want to say good to you or to him. “

But Abdullah bin Zubair kept trying to persuade him. Sometimes smooth and briefly rough. In the not too distant future many people who joined Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah agreed with him. They gave leadership to Muhammad, their number reached seven thousand. They prefer to stay away from slander and want to distance themselves from hellfire. Increasingly increasing followers of Ibn al-Hanafiyyah, increasingly angry Abdullah bin Zubair and increasingly forced to berbai’at to him.

After feeling unsuccessful in subjugating Banu Hashim and his followers, Ibn Zubair forbade them to come out of Mecca and he ordered his supervisor to look after them.

Ibn Zubair said to them: “By Allah, you must bless or we will burn you” He locked the Muslims in their homes and arranged firewood around him to the same height as the walls of the house. If only a piece of wood were ignited it would burn.

In such conditions, some people from followers of Ibn al-Hanafiyyah said, “Allow us to kill Ibn Zubair and free people from the pressure.”

But Muhammad bin Ali Al-Hanfiyyah forbade them while saying, “Are we going to light the fire of slander even though we distance ourselves from it, then kill one of the companions of the Prophet sallallaahu aih alaihi wa sallam and his sons ?! Not. For the sake of Allah we will do something that God and His apostles will scold if so. “

News of Abdullah bin Zubair’s pressure on Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah and his friends reached the ears of Abdul Malik bin Marwan. This condition is considered as a good opportunity to attract their sympathy to want to join on his side.

He sent a letter through an envoy who, if he sent a letter to one of his sons, would certainly not be softer and smoother than that. Among the contents of the letter are as follows:

“News has come to us that Ibn Zubair has pressured you and your followers and no longer respects your rights. Therefore, the land of Sham is open to all of you. We welcome your arrival with your chest and open arms. You may live in any part of your choice as a respectable family and neighbor. And all of you will find us as people who know to maintain rights, not forget wisdom, and connect well with friendship, God willing … “

Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah and his followers left for Sham. They then settled in the city of Ailah. Residents in the city warmly welcomed them and became good neighbors. They love and respect Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah after seeing his diligence in worship and his adultery with the world. He always conveyed amar ma’ruf nahi munkar. Upholding syi’ar Islam, reconciling all conflicts between them and not allowing anyone to wrong others.

News of his situation reached the ears of Caliph Abdul Malik. He was confused in determining his attitude. He gathered his officials to deliberate, then they said, “You don’t deserve to allow him to be in your power while he is as you know. You should offer him to share with you or return to his place of origin. “

The decision was taken, Abdul Malik wrote a letter to Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah as follows: “You settled in our area, while the dispute was still going on between me and Abdullah bin Zubair. You are a prominent person among the Muslims. Therefore, I see the need for you to speak to me, if you want to live in my domain. If you pay, it happens that there are one hundred ships that just arrived from Kulzam, all of which I leave to you. Then there is an additional one hundred million dirhams and all of your needs and relatives will always be sufficient. But if you refuse, you better get out of the territory immediately. “

After receiving and reading the letter, Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah replied:

“From Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah to Abdul Malik bin Marwan.”

Salvation may be poured out upon you after being blessed to Allah who has no God but Him. I thought you were afraid and worried about me, whereas you already knew my attitude and position in this matter. For God’s sake, if all of these people gather except for one group from just one village, I still accept it and not fight it. I had come to Mecca then Abdullah bin Zubair asked me to pay him a favor. When I refused, he persecuted me. Then you wrote me a letter and offered to stay in the Sham area. I choose to live in a city on the edge of your area because the cost of living is cheaper, and far from your territory. Now you write to me with threats, so we choose to leave you, God willing. “

Finally, Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah and his entire family and followers left Sham. But every time they want to stay somewhere, they are always harassed and driven away.

Not enough suffering, Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala is still testing it with other difficulties that are harder and harder. Among his followers, appeared people who were disabled and lost their common sense, saying that the Prophet sallallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam left himself Ali and his descendants the secrets of science, religious order and shari’a heirlooms. It was all devoted to the family of Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah which was unknown to others.

This knowledgeable and intelligent man understands what is behind these perverse words, which might drag Islam and Muslims into great danger. He gathered people then spoke to clarify the problem. After saying the Throne to Allah and praying for the Prophet Muhammad sallalla ‘alaihi wa sallam, he said,” There are some people who consider us as a family to have the knowledge given by the Prophet sallallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam specifically for us, which is unknown to others. So We affirm, for the sake of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala, the Prophet sallallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam is not inherited except those that are between two lauh (board / cover) …” while pointing to the manuscript. “Whoever thinks we are reading other than the Book of Allah, he lies.”

When some of his followers give greetings, “Assalamu’alaika, O Mahdi (giving clue)”, then he answers, “True, I am the giver of guidance for goodness and you inshallah get guidance and become human beings who receive guidance. But if you greet me, just mention my name and say, “Assalamu’alaika, O Muhammad. ‘

Not long after the confusion overtook the mind of Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah and some of his followers in their place of residence, on the behalf of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala, Hajjaj bin Yusuf succeeded in killing Abdullah bin Zubair, then all people hung on to Abdul Malik bin Marwan.

So there was no other choice for Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah except to write to Abdul Malik:

“To Allah’s servant Abdul Malik bin Marwan, Amir al-mu’minin, from Muhammad bin Ali. After following developments, I saw that power had returned to your hands. People have blessed you through your guardian in the Hijaz. I send this written statement to you. Greetings. ‘

When the letter arrived, Abdul Malik read to his friends, they said, “If he wanted to disturb and cause confusion among Muslims, he was able to do it and you could do nothing. Therefore, write the answer for him so that he promised and swore to keep peace in the name of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala and His Messenger so that there would not be chaos because of the strength and the many followers. “

So, Abdul Malik bin Marwan also wrote an answer letter to Ibn al-Hanafiyyah and ordered his guardian, Hajjaj bin Yusuf, to always respect, maintain his position, and do good to Muhammad.

But unfortunately, the age of Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah is not so long. Because Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala has chosen him to return to His side with pleasure and full of pleasure.

Hopefully Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala blessed Muhammad al-Hanafiyyah who did not want the people’s division to occur on the face of the earth and also not insane position and honor.

Thawus bin Kaisan Story with Governor Muhammad ats-Tsaqaifi

In the midst of the scattering of fifty divine stars that shine brightly (ie the companions), a bright light is gathered on him. The light in his heart, the light on his tongue, and the light before his eyes.

Under the guidance of 50 Islamic Madrasah ulama, the Thawus seemed to be a duplicate of the companions of the Prophet sallallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam in steadfast faith, honesty of words, devotion to the world and courage in calling for the right sentence despite being redeemed at an expensive price .

Muhammadiyah Madrasas (followers of Muhammad) taught him that religion is advice. Advice for God, His book, His apostles, Muslim leaders, and all Muslims.

The facts prove to him that total goodness can be realized if it starts from the authorities. If the leader is good, the people will be good. If the leader is damaged, the people will be damaged.

That was a glimpse of Dzakhwan bin Kaisan who got the nickname Thawus (peacock) because he was like thawus for the jurists and leaders of his time. Thawus bin Kaisan was a resident of Yemen, the governor of his country at that time was Muhammad bin Yusuf ats-Tsaqafi, brother of Hajjaj bin Yusuf. Hajjaj put his brother as guardian after his power strengthened and his prestige skyrocketed, especially since he was able to stem Abdullah bin Zubair’s movement.

Muhammad ibn Yusuf inherited many of the evil traits of his brother, Hajjaj bin Yusuf, but he did not take the slightest goodness from Hajjaj.

One day in cold Muslims, Thawus bin Kaisan and Wahab bin Munabbih came to Muhammad bin Yusuf. After sitting before the guardian, Thawus gave extensive advice in the form of encouragement and threats. Meanwhile the people sat in front of the emirs.

At that time, the governor said to his assistant, “Take an expensive set of green clothes and place it on Abdurrahman’s shoulder (another call is Dzakhwan bin Kaisan).” The attendant immediately carried out his orders. He took a set of expensive green clothes and put it on Thawus’s shoulder.

However, Thawus continued his advice. In the middle he spoke, occasionally interspersed by shaking his shoulders gently until finally the clothes fell. After that he stood up and left the place.

Muhammad bin Yusuf was offended to witness this. His face and eyes gradually turned red, but he said nothing. Meanwhile Thawus and Wahab were already outside the assembly. Wahab said to Thawus, “For God’s sake, actually we don’t need to make him angry with us. What is wrong if you receive the clothes then you sell and the results are given to the poor? “

Thawus said, “What you say is true if I am not worried about the scholars after we say,” We will take it like Thawus bin Kaisan, “(That is, accepting the giving of the ruler) but they do not do what you say.” and give it to the poor.

As if Muhammad bin Yusuf wanted to avenge Thawus bin Kaisan’s treatment which was as hard as the stone in all ways He prepared his treasury and sent a believer to bring a pot containing 700 gold dinars, then he said, “Give this gift to Thawus and try to receive it. If you succeed, I provide for you a valuable gift. “

The envoy departed by taking the gift to Thawus’ residence in a village near Shan’a called al-Janad. At Thawus’ house, after talking for a while, the envoy said, “O Abu Abdirrahman, this is a living from the emir for you.” Thawus replied, “Sorry, I don’t need it.” The messenger tried to seduce in any way but he refused , arguing that with all the arguments he still rejects it.

Finally there was no other way for the messenger other than to look for opportunities to guard him. Secretly he put the coffers in one corner of the house of Thawus. After that he returned and reported to the emir, “O amir, Thawus has received the purse.” How happy amir to hear the news, but he did not comment at all.

A few days later he sent two people and was followed by a messenger who brought a present to Thawus the other day. Amir ordered the two of them to say to Thawus: “The Thawus envoy was wrongly handed over to you. Actually the treasure is for someone else. Now we come to pull it back and tell it to the righteous. “Thawus replied,” I received nothing from amir, what should I return? “The two guards insisted:” You have received it. “

Thawus turned to the governor’s envoy and asked, “Is it true that I have received something from you?” The envoy trembled in fear and then replied: “No, but I put the money in the wall without your knowledge.”

Thawus said, “Look at that place!”

The two guards examined the place in question and it turned out that they got the coffers containing the money still intact. Both must uncover the spiderweb to retrieve it and return the money to the governor.

Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala seemed to want to avenge Muhammad bin Yusuf for his actions in public. How did the event occur? Thawus said the event.

“When I was in Mecca to perform the Hajj, I was called by Hajjaj bin Yusuf. He welcomed me kindly and was welcome to sit by his side, then he asked about the Hajj rituals that he did not yet know about other problems.

Not long after we talked, Hajjaj heard the voice of someone bertalbiah (reading the prayer Talbiah) on the side. The House is loud and has a thrilling echo. Hajjaj said, “Bring the person here!” The person was brought in then asked, “Which group are you from?” He replied, “I am one of the Muslims.” Hajjaj said, “That’s not what I asked, I asked from where do you come from? “He replied,” I am a resident of Yemen. “Hajjaj said,” How is my governor there? “(ie brother Hajjaj) He replied,” When I left, he was fat, strong and fit “Hajjaj said,” That’s not what I meant. “He asked,” Then in what way? “Hajjaj said,” How is the treatment of you? “He replied,” When I left, he was a zhalim and evil, obedient to beings and rebel against the Khaliq. “

Hajjaj’s face was red with embarrassment at hearing the man’s words. Then he said, “How can you say that while you know where he is at my side (ie his brother)?” He replied, “Do you think that his position on your side is more noble than my position with Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala? While I visited His house as a Hajj, I believed in His prophet, and I carried out His religion. “Hajjaj bin Yusuf was silent, unable to say anything.

Thawus bin Kaisan continues his story:

Then the person leaves and leaves without asking permission. I wake up following him while muttering, “He is a righteous person. I will follow him, before he vanishes in the crowd … “I get him approaching the Ka’ba’s cloth and sticking his cheek on the wall while praying:” O Allah, I take refuge in You and on Your side I rest myself . O God give me determination for Your mercy and willingness for Your broader assurance of miserly attitudes. Give me wealth from what is in the hands of misers who like to prioritize themselves. O Allah, I ask for a way out of all difficulties with Your wisdom that has always been and the longevity of Your goodness, O Rabb-ul Alamin.

Unfortunately, he finally carried away the flow of humans and vanished from my sight. I feel sure I have no hope of meeting him.

However, at dusk on the day of Arafat (the day before staying at Arafat), I saw him returning to mingle with the people. I approached and heard he was praying, “O Allah, if you do not accept my hajj with all my labors and weariness, then do you not forbid me from the reward of my disaster by abandoning myself …”

Again he disappeared among the crowd and the darkness had blocked my view of him. After I despaired of finding it again, I prayed: “O God, accept and grant my prayers and prayers, fulfill his hopes and hopes, solidify his steps and steps on a day where a lot of kki will slip. Bring us together at Kautsar lake, Yes Akramal Akramin. “

May Allah bless him and make Heaven eternal as a place of return.

Tabi’in Thawus bin Kaisan Straight Counselor

Shortly after the Muslim caliph Sulaiman bin Abdul Malik bin Marwan lowered his belongings near Baitul Atiq, then let go of his longing for the Ka’bah, he turned to his bodyguard and said, “Look for a god who can warn us on a glorious day between days this day of God. “

The guard departed to meet the people who were in the pilgrimage and asked according to what the Caliph wanted. People say, “Here is Thawus bin Kaisan, the most honest figure of the expert jurist who said in preaching to Allah, Subhanahu wa Ta’ala. Therefore, meet him. “

The guard approached Thawus and said, “Follow us, Amir al-mu’minin invites you O shaykh!”

Without wasting time, Thawus followed him. According to him that every da’i should not waste time if there is an opportunity. Every time they are invited, they arrive immediately. He also believes that the main sentence to be delivered is the correct sentence to straighten the rulers who deviate and keep them away from tyranny and cruelty, while bringing them closer to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala.

Arriving in front of the Commander of the Faithful, he greeted and was greeted very cordially. Then the Caliph guided him to his assembly, then asked about the question of the Hajj rituals. He listened diligently and respectfully.

When he felt that Amir al-mu’minin had obtained the necessary information and there were no more questions, Thawus said to himself, “This is the assembly which you will be asked to hold accountable by Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala, O Thawus.”

Thawus, turned to the Caliph and said, “O Amir al-mu’minin, actually there is a large rock on the edge of the well of the land. The stone was thrown to the bottom of the land and only reached its base after 70 years. Do you know for whom the well is provided, O Amirul Mukminin? “

The Caliph said, “No, duhai woe, for whom is that?” Thawus bin Kaisan replied, “For those whom Allah is the enforcer of His law, but he misused him.”

Suddenly the body of the Caliph Sulaiman trembled until I assumed his soul would fly from his body. After that he sobbed. Then Thawus left the Majlis and went home while the Caliph prayed that Thawus would receive more reply from Allah.

When the caliph moved into the hands of Umar bin Abdul Aziz, Thawus received a letter from Amir al-mu’minin in its contents, “Give me advice, O Abu Abdirrahman!” Thawus bin Kaisan answered the letter with a line of brief sentences, lift up guards from good people, greetings. “

For the sake of reading the answer letter the caliph Umar bin Abdul Aziz said, “Enough of this as a warning … enough of this as a warning …”

Similarly, when the Caliphate turned to Hisham bin Abdul Malik, many famous and impressive events occurred between him and Thawus bin Kaisan.

An example is the event when Hisham came to perform the Hajj. As soon as he entered the Land of Haram, he said to the leaders of Mecca: “Find me a friend of the Prophet sallallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam.” They said, “O Amirul Mukminin, the friends have died one by one until none is left.” Hisham said, “If thus, find among the tabi’in clerics! “Then Thawus bin Kaisan was called.

Thawus bin Kaisan came to face him, he opened his shoes on the edge of the rug, then greeted without mentioning “Amirul Mukminin” and only mentioned his name without honorary attributes. Then he immediately sat down before the Caliph gave permission and invited him.

Apparently Hisham was offended by the treatment, so that anger appeared from his eyes. He considered it impolite and disrespectful, especially in the presence of officials and bodyguards.

It’s just that he realized that he was in the Land of Haram, the house of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala so he held himself back and said,

Hisham: “Why did you do that, O Thawus?”

Thawus: “What am I doing?”

Hisham: “You take off your shoes on the edge of my rug, you don’t greet honor, you just call my name without a title then sit down before being invited.”

Thawus: “As for removing shoes, I take them off five times a day before God Almighty, so you should not be angry or angry. As for the problem I did not give a greeting without mentioning the title of the Believer of the Believers, that is because not all Muslims pay your respects to you. Therefore, I am afraid to be said to be a liar when calling you a believer in the faith. You are not willing to say your name without a degree of greatness, even though Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala called His prophets with their names, “O David, O Yahya, O Moses, O Isa.” Instead refer to the enemy by including a title (“Destroy the two hands of Abu Lahab and indeed he will perish”).

As for why I sat down before being invited, this was because I heard Amir al-mu’minin Ali bin Abi Talib said, “If you want to see an expert in hell, then look at a person who sits while the people around him stand.” . ”Amir al-mu’minin Hisham heard the explanation seriously.

Hisham: “O Abu Badurrahman, give me advice!”

Thawus: “I have heard Ali bin Abi Talib say,” In the land there are snakes as large as pillars and scorpions as big as horses. They bite and sting every ruler who is unfair to his people. “

After that he got up from his seat then left.

There are times when Thawus bin Kaisan came to the rulers to give instructions and advice. Sometimes he criticized and made them cry.

His son said, “One year we departed from Yemen to perform the Hajj, then stopped in a city where there was an official named Ibn Najih. He is the most depraved official, the most anti-starch towards the truth and most struggles in the valley of kebathilan.

Upon arrival, we stopped at the city mosque to perform fardhu prayers. Apparently Ibn Najih had heard about my father’s arrival so he came to the mosque. He sat next to my father and greeted him. But my father didn’t answer his greetings, even turning his back to his back. Then he approached from the right side and invited to speak, but my father ignored him. Similarly, when he tried from the left.

I went to Ibn Najih, gave a greeting and said, “Maybe daddy doesn’t know you.” He said, “Your father knows me, which is why he behaved like that to me.” Then he left without saying anything …

When I got home, my father said, “How stupid you are! If you are far away, you always criticize it hard, but if you are in front of you, you are down to him. Isn’t that what hypocrisy says? “

Thawus bin Kaisan’s advice was not only specifically for the caliph or officials and governors, but also for those who felt they needed it or for those who wanted his advice.

An example is the story narrated by Atha bin Abi Rabah as follows:

Once upon a time Thawus bin Kaisan saw me in a state he did not like, then said, “O Atha ‘, why did you express your needs to the person who closed the door in front of you and put the guards at his house?” invite you to come, and those who promise to fulfill their promises. “

Thawus bin Kaisan once advised his son, “O my son, associate with people who have reason because you will be included in their class. Don’t be friends with fools, because if you are friends with them, surely you will be included in their class, even though you are not like them. Know, for everything there must be a peak. And the peak of one’s degree lies in the perfection of religion and morality. “

Thus, his son Abdullah grew up in his guidance, living and behaving like his father. So naturally if the Abbasid caliph, Abu Ja’far al-Mansur called the son of Thawus, Abdullah and Malik bin Anas to visit. After both came and sat in front of him, the caliph looked at Abdullah bin Thawus as he said, “Tell me something that you got from your father!” He replied, “My father told me that the torment of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala was the hardest on the Day of Judgment. those who were given power then acted fraudulently. “

Malik bin Anas said, “By hearing these words, I immediately folded my clothes for fear of being splattered with blood. But it turned out that Abu Ja’far was just silent and then we were both allowed to go home safely. “

Thawus bin Kaisan’s age reached one hundred years or fewer. But old age does not change the slightest sharpness of memory, the genius of thought, and the speed of capture.

Abdullah Asyami told me, “I went to Thawus bin Kaisan’s house to learn something about him, while I did not know him. When I knock on the door, someone who is old is out. I gave a greeting then asked, “Are you Thawus bin Kaisan?” The old man replied, “No, I am his son.”

I said, “If you are his son, then surely the shaykh is old and may be senile. Even though I came from far away to learn from him. “Son of Thawus said,” Do not be foolish, people who teach the Book of Allah are not senile. Please come in!”

I went in, greeted and said, “I come to you because you want to learn and listen to your advice. Explain briefly. “Thawus said,” I will summarize as much as possible, God willing. Do you want me to tell about the essence of the Torah, the Psalms, the Gospel, and the Qur’an? “

I said, “Right.” He said, “Afraid of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala with unequaled fear. Ask Him for a request that is greater than your fear of Him. And please others as you please yourself. “

Night 10 Dzulhijah 106 H, died an elderly shaykh, namely Thawus bin Kaisan while carrying out the Hajj, from Arafat to Muzdalifah, on his fortieth trip.

At that time, he put his supplies, then prayed Maghrib and Isha. After that he lay his body on the ground to rest. It was at that time that death picked him up.

He died when away from family, far from his own country, in order to pray to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala. He died in a state of rebellion and berihram to look for Allah’s Subhanahu wa Ta’ala, to get out of sins so that he returned to being born with the gift of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala.

When the sun rises and the body is to be cared for, the body is difficult to remove because of the tightness of the person who wants to deliver his body. Even the Emir of Mecca was forced to send his bodyguards to drive away the people who surrounded his body so that they could be properly taken care of. People who participated in the prayer of many people, only God could count them, including Amir al-mu’minin Hisham bin Abdul Malik ibn Marwan.

Tabi’in: Al-Qasim bin Muhammad bin Abu Bakr ash-Siddiq

How come the news to you about this great tabi’in? A young man collected on him praised from all sides, none of his praise escaped him.

His father was Muhammad bin Abu Bakr ash-Shidiq, his mother was the daughter of Yazdajir, the last Persian king. Whereas his father’s aunt was Aisha, the First Mother of Believers. In addition, above his head perched the crown of piety and knowledge. Do you still think there is a victory that is higher than the win that everyone competes for and competes for?

He was al-Qasim ibn Muhammad ibn Abu Bakr al-Siddiq, one of the seven jurists of Medina, the most important of which was his knowledge in his day, the sharpest intelligence of his brain, and the best in his wara ‘nature. Let us open the sheet of his life from the beginning.

Al-Qasim bin Muhammad was born at the end of the Caliphate of Uthman ibn Affan radhiyallahu ‘anhu. Along with the growth and development of this child, the storm of slander is increasingly devastating to the Muslims. Until it resulted in the killing of the zuhud caliph, worship expert, Dzun Nurain Uthman bin Affan as a martyr, while the Koran was in his arms.

Shortly after that a major dispute arose between Amir al-mu’minin Ali ibn Abi Talib radhiyallahu ‘anhu with Mu’awiyah ibn Abi Sufyan bin Harb, governor of the Syam region. In a series of precarious circumstances and tense events, the child found himself and his younger sister taken from Madinah to Egypt, following his parents. His father was appointed governor of Egypt by the caliph Ali bin Abi Talib radhiyallahu ‘anhu.

In this city he had to watch the slander claws gripping further and further until finally his father died in a cruel manner. Then he moved again from Egypt back to Medina after the power was held by Mu’awiyah radhiyallahu ‘anhu. Now he is an orphan. Al-Qasim tells of the journey of his life which is full of suffering:

“After the killing of my father in Egypt, my uncle Abdurrahman came to take me and my younger sister to Medina. When he arrived in this city, my aunt, the First Believer, sent someone to take the two of them to be taken to his house and kept under his supervision.

It turned out that I had never met a better and greater mother and father than she did. He fed us with his hands, while he did not eat with us. When we leave our food, then he eats it. He loves us like a mother who is still nursing her baby. He bathed us, combed our hair, gave clean white clothes. He always encouraged us, to do good and train us for that with his example. He forbade us from committing evil deeds and told us to leave him far away. He also taught us to read the Kitabullah and narrate the traditions that we can understand. On holidays, love and gifts are added to us. Every evening on Arafah, he cut my hair, bathed me and my sister. In the morning we were given new clothes and then I was told to go to the mosque for Id prayers. When finished, I was collected with my sister and then we ate udhhiyah meat.

One day he put on a white shirt for us. Then I was seated on his lap, one was my sister in the other’s lap. Uncle Abdurrahman arrived at his invitation. Then Aisyiah’s aunt began to speak, she began with praise to Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala, truly I had never heard before and after that either a man or a woman who was more fluent in verbal and better said words from him. He said to uncle. “O my brother, I see you seem to have moved away from me since I took and cared for these two children. For God’s sake I did it not because it was presumptuous to you, not because I put a suspicion on you, and not because I did not believe that you could fulfill both of their rights. It’s just that you have more than one wife, while at that time these two children could not take care of themselves. So I worry if both of them are in an unfavorable and unpleasant situation in the view of your wives. So that I feel more entitled to fulfill their right at that time. But now both of them have grown up and have been able to take care of themselves, so bring them and I leave their responsibilities to you. “That’s how, finally my uncle Abdurrahman took us to his house.

It’s just that, the heart of the descendant of Abu Bakr is still adrift with his aunt’s house, Aisha. Missing the floor of the house mixed with the coolness of nubuwat. He developed and was cared for by the care of the owner of the house, he was full of love. Therefore, he divided his time between his aunt’s house and his uncle’s house.

Her aunt’s house really impresses her heart. The cool environment revives the heart during his life. Consider the impressions that are attached to his heart:

“One day, I said to my aunt Ayesha:” O mother, show me the tomb of the Prophet Muhammad sallallaahu alaihi wa sallam and his two best friends, I would love to see it. “

The three tombs were inside the house, closed with something to obstruct the view. He showed us three graves which were not uploaded and were not strangled. All three were sprinkled with red pebbles as they were sprinkled on the courtyard of the mosque. I asked, “Which is the tomb of the Prophet sallallaahu aih alaihi wa sallam?” He pointed at one of them: “Here.” At the same time, two tears rolled down his cheeks, but immediately around so I did not see him. The tomb of the Prophet sallallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam was somewhat more advanced than the tombs of his two friends.

I asked again, “Then which is the grave of my grandfather, Abu Bakr?” While pointing to a tomb he said, “This one.” I saw my grandfather’s tomb parallel to the shoulder of the Prophet. I said, “This one is Umar’s grave?” He replied, “Right.”

Stepping on a teenager, this grandson of Abu Bakr had memorized the Book of Allah and drew the traditions from his aunt, Aisha as much as Allah wanted. He diligently went to al-Haram an-Nabawi and was in the halaqah-halaqah of knowledge which lay in every corner of the mosque like sparkling stars scattered in the clear sky.

He attended his assembly Abu Hurairah, Abdullah bin Umar, Abdullah bin Abbas, Abdullah bin Zubair, Abdullah bin Ja’far, Abdullah bin Khabbab, Rafi ‘bin Khudaij, Aslam aide Umar bin Khathab and so on. Until in turn he became mujtahid imam and transformed into the most clever man in the sunnah of his day.

After perfect equipment for the young man who was the grandson of Abu Bakr, many people studied him attentively. While he gave his knowledge selflessly or sold expensive. He was never absent to go to the Nabawi Mosque every day, then pray two rakaat tahiyatul mosques then sat in the former place of Umar radhiyallahu ‘anhu at Raudhah, which is the place between the tomb of the Prophet sallallaahu aih alaihi wa sallam with its pulpit. Then gathered students from all directions to learn from fresh and clean sources, relieve souls who are thirsty for knowledge.

It did not take long, finally al-Qasim bin Muhammad and his aunt’s son, Salim bin Abdullah bin Umar, became two trusted Medina priests. Both of them become figures who are obeyed and heard, even though they do not have a position or power. The community raises both because of the nature of piety and wara ‘. Also because the inheritance in his chest is in the form of knowledge and understanding, coupled with the zuhud nature of what is owned by humans and hopes for a lot of things that are on the side of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala.

The dignity of both reached its peak until the Umayyad Caliphs and his subordinates respect him. These rulers never decided on a complicated problem except after listening to the opinions of the two scholars.

For example, when al-Walid bin Abdul Malik wished to expand the noble al-Haram an-Nabawi. This plan could not be carried out without dismantling the old mosque in all four directions and displacing the houses of the wives of the Prophet sallallaahu aih alaihi wa sallam for expansion.

This problem is vulnerable to division between Muslims and hurts their feelings. In view of this, the caliph wrote a letter to Umar bin Abdul Aziz, guardian of Medina, whose contents are as follows:

“I see the need to expand the Ash-Sharif Nabawi Mosque to 200 square feet. For this need, the four walls needed to be torn down and the houses of the Prophet’s wives were forced to expand. In addition, the surrounding houses need to be purchased and the qibla is advanced if possible. You are able to make that happen, considering your position among your uncles is the descendants of Ibnul Khathab and the extent of their influence in society.

If the residents of Medina reject it, you can seek help from al-Qasim and Salim bin Abdullah. Include both in this restoration and expansion plan. Don’t forget to pay compensation for people’s houses at the highest possible price. For you a good reward like that of Umar bin Khathab and Uthman ibn Affan. “

Immediately, the governor of Medina Umar bin Abdul Aziz invited al-Qasim bin Muhammad and Salim ibn Abdullah bin Umar and the leaders of the Muslims of Medina. When they were read out the order of the Caliph who had just been received. It turns out they were happy with what Amir al-mu’minin planned and prepared to support the plan.

Elsewhere, Muslim forces continued to get glorious victories. They succeeded in overthrowing enemy fortresses in Constantinople and captured city after city under the leadership of an agile and courageous commander, Maslamah bin Abdul Malik bin Marwan. This was the beginning of the opening of Constantinople.

The Roman Emperor heard of plans for the restoration and expansion of the Prophet’s Mosque, so he wanted to please and take care of Amir al-mu’minin. Sent 100 kilograms of pure gold accompanied by 100 architects from Rome and brought beautiful marble tiles. The assistance was sent by al-Walid to Umar bin Abdul Aziz. This Medina guardian would only use it after first having a discussion with al-Qasim bin Muhammad.

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