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In the month of Rabiul-Awal of 11 AH. Holy Prophet fell ill. One day
addressing the immigrant Muslims of Makka, he said to them: -
"O, the people who migrated to Medina! I advise you to be kind
to Ansar, the actual residents of Medina extraordinarily because I trust them
very much. When we had migrated, they were the ones who made every sacrifice
for us and demonstrated extreme devotion and loyally. Hence if any mistake is
found on their part, treat them kindly and with compassion. They are just like
robe to my body”. Till this day they have performed all their duties extremely
well and they have left no obligation unfulfilled. Now they have rights on
you'.
"O, people when I have gone and you have buried me. Don't you
ever prostrate before my grave. God alone is worthy of adorations, bowing and
prostration.
When Holy Prophet breathed his last and departed this world, only
one mule that was presented to him by the king of Abyssinia and few swords were
left behind as his personal belongings.
It was decided that he be laid to rest at the same place where he
breathed his last. When the Muslims present in the Mosque came to know of the demise
of their beloved Prophet, everyone started mourning and lamenting due to the
grief. Omar Bin Khitab came in the mosque and seeing the people crying said in
his loud voice. "Why do you cry'? What is this lamenting about?” Then he
unsheathed his sword and said with conviction. "I'll slash the head that
would say that Holy Prophet has expired. Our Prophet has not died but has gone
to visit God and would he back very soon."
In the meantime Abu Bakkar came in the Mosque and addressing Omar said.
"Omar please he quiet and put your sword back into its sheathe."
Then, addressing the people there, he said. "O people whosoever
amongst you worshipped Mohammad should know that Mohammad has passed away and
the one who worships God Almighty should keep this in mind that God is Ever
Alive and will never perish."
Then he recited the 14th verse of Sura Aal-e-Imrann.
"And, Mohammad is no more than a messenger: many were the
messengers that passed away before him. If
he is dead or is slain: will ye turn back on your heels? If any did turn back
on his heels, not the least harm will he do to God. And, God will soon reward
those who are grateful to Him."
MOHAMMAD (PBUH) The Prophet Of God - Part I
KHWAJA SHAMS-UD-DEEN AZEEMI
By the Time, verily man is in great loss,
except those who strive to act upon the teachings
of Holy Prophet and the Quran.
