WEBVTT 00:00:00.460 --> 00:00:03.459 Stop. 00:00:03.459 --> 00:00:08.460 And learn about the Companions, the scholars, and those of the highest standing. 00:00:12.460 --> 00:00:16.460 My grandfather challenges me: "Who am I?" 00:00:16.460 --> 00:00:23.250 I am one of the young men among the Ansar from the Companions. 00:00:23.250 --> 00:00:26.250 I embraced Islam while I was still a young boy. 00:00:26.250 --> 00:00:29.250 My father passed away, and so I grew up as an orphan. 00:00:29.250 --> 00:00:33.250 Then my stepfather, Julas Ibn Suwayd, took me under his guardianship. 00:00:33.250 --> 00:00:35.250 He was truly an excellent man. 00:00:35.250 --> 00:00:38.250 He cared for me and loved me just as he loved his own son. 00:00:38.250 --> 00:00:43.250 And I, too, loved him just as a child loves his father. 00:00:43.250 --> 00:00:47.250 Because of the immense kindness I witnessed from him toward me. 00:00:47.250 --> 00:00:52.250 Until that day arrived, which I had never expected. 00:00:52.250 --> 00:00:59.210 I did not witness the military expeditions with the Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, due to my young age. 00:00:59.210 --> 00:01:04.209 Yet, I used to see the Muslims preparing themselves for the expedition of Tabuk. 00:01:04.209 --> 00:01:07.209 And they are making preparations for a long journey. 00:01:07.209 --> 00:01:11.209 I used to observe al-Jullas showing reluctance to join the mobilization for battle. 00:01:11.209 --> 00:01:13.209 And even more remarkable than that is... 00:01:13.209 --> 00:01:16.269 And one day, she entered upon him. 00:01:16.269 --> 00:01:18.269 Then I heard him say 00:01:18.269 --> 00:01:21.269 If Muhammad, peace be upon him, is truthful in what he says 00:01:21.269 --> 00:01:24.269 For we are worse than donkeys. 00:01:24.269 --> 00:01:27.299 I was struck with awe by what he said. 00:01:27.299 --> 00:01:29.299 And she became intensely angry. 00:01:29.299 --> 00:01:32.299 I quickly responded to him, saying 00:01:32.299 --> 00:01:34.299 By Allah, O Jullas. 00:01:34.299 --> 00:01:36.299 You are indeed among the people most beloved to me. 00:01:36.299 --> 00:01:39.299 And in my view, he is the most generous of them. 00:01:39.299 --> 00:01:42.299 I have just made a statement. 00:01:42.299 --> 00:01:44.299 If I were to disclose it on your behalf, it would cause you harm. 00:01:44.299 --> 00:01:46.299 Even if he remained silent about it. 00:01:46.299 --> 00:01:49.299 I have betrayed my religion and ruined my own soul. 00:01:49.299 --> 00:01:53.299 Indeed, the obligations of the religion are the most deserving of fulfillment. 00:01:53.299 --> 00:01:59.590 And I shall convey to the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, what I have said. 00:01:59.590 --> 00:02:02.590 I went to the Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. 00:02:02.590 --> 00:02:05.590 And I informed him of what al-Jullas had said. 00:02:05.590 --> 00:02:09.590 The Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, then sent for him. 00:02:09.590 --> 00:02:11.590 And he requested his presence. 00:02:11.590 --> 00:02:13.590 Then al-Jullas was present. 00:02:13.590 --> 00:02:17.590 I swear by Allah that he did not say those words. 00:02:17.590 --> 00:02:19.590 And he accused me of lying. 00:02:19.590 --> 00:02:23.590 Consequently, people began to look at me with suspicion. 00:02:23.590 --> 00:02:27.590 The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, fell silent. 00:02:27.590 --> 00:02:29.750 As for me, 00:02:29.750 --> 00:02:32.750 My face became flushed with blood. 00:02:32.750 --> 00:02:35.750 My eyes welled up with tears. 00:02:35.750 --> 00:02:37.750 At that point, al-Jullas said: 00:02:37.750 --> 00:02:42.750 What I have mentioned to you, O Messenger of Allah, is the truth. 00:02:42.750 --> 00:02:45.750 And if you wish, we shall form an alliance in your presence. 00:02:45.750 --> 00:02:48.750 And I swear by Allah 00:02:48.750 --> 00:02:52.750 I did not say anything of what the boy is accusing me of. 00:02:52.750 --> 00:02:58.039 It was then that the revelation descended upon the Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. 00:02:58.039 --> 00:03:00.039 Everyone fell silent. 00:03:00.039 --> 00:03:04.039 Then, when the state of revelation subsided from him, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. 00:03:04.039 --> 00:03:07.039 He recited the words of Allah, the Exalted: 00:03:07.039 --> 00:03:10.039 “They swear by Allah that they said nothing (wrong), yet they did say the word of disbelief, and did disbelieve after their Surrender (to Allah). And they purposed that which they could not attain, and they sought revenge only that Allah by His messenger should enrich them of His bounty. If they repent it will be better for them; and if they turn away, Allah will afflict them with a painful doom in the world and the Hereafter, and they have no protecting friend nor helper in the earth.” (9:74) 00:03:10.039 --> 00:03:13.039 “They swear by Allah that they said nothing (wrong), yet they did say the word of disbelief, and did disbelieve after their Surrender (to Allah). And they purposed that which they could not attain, and they sought revenge only that Allah by His messenger should enrich them of His bounty. If they repent it will be better for them; and if they turn away, Allah will afflict them with a painful doom in the world and the Hereafter, and they have no protecting friend nor helper in the earth.” (9:74) 00:03:13.039 --> 00:03:16.039 And they disbelieved after having accepted Islam. 00:03:16.039 --> 00:03:19.039 And they harbored resentment for what they could not attain. 00:03:19.039 --> 00:03:29.039 “They swear by Allah that they said nothing (wrong), yet they did say the word of disbelief, and did disbelieve after their Surrender (to Allah). And they purposed that which they could not attain, and they sought revenge only that Allah by His messenger should enrich them of His bounty. If they repent it will be better for them; and if they turn away, Allah will afflict them with a painful doom in the world and the Hereafter, and they have no protecting friend nor helper in the earth.” (9:74) 00:03:29.039 --> 00:03:33.039 If they repent, it will be better for them. 00:03:33.039 --> 00:03:39.039 And should they turn away, Allah will punish them with a painful punishment. 00:03:39.039 --> 00:03:42.039 In this world and the Hereafter. 00:03:42.039 --> 00:03:49.520 “They swear by Allah that they said nothing (wrong), yet they did say the word of disbelief, and did disbelieve after their Surrender (to Allah). And they purposed that which they could not attain, and they sought revenge only that Allah by His messenger should enrich them of His bounty. If they repent it will be better for them; and if they turn away, Allah will afflict them with a painful doom in the world and the Hereafter, and they have no protecting friend nor helper in the earth.” (9:74) 00:03:49.520 --> 00:03:53.520 The face of the Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, beamed with joy. 00:03:53.520 --> 00:03:56.520 He reached out his hand toward my ears and said 00:03:56.520 --> 00:03:59.520 Listen closely, young man, to what you have heard. 00:03:59.520 --> 00:04:02.520 And your Lord has spoken the truth. 00:04:02.520 --> 00:04:08.520 As for al-Jalas, he began to tremble after he heard the words of Allah the Exalted: 00:04:08.520 --> 00:04:09.520 And he said 00:04:09.520 --> 00:04:12.520 Rather, I repent, O Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. 00:04:12.520 --> 00:04:13.520 Rather, I repent. 00:04:13.520 --> 00:04:17.519 He embraced Islam at that time, and his commitment to the faith was sincere. 00:04:17.519 --> 00:04:22.519 And he returned to loving and honoring me, just as he had been before, and even more so. 00:04:22.519 --> 00:04:24.519 And he used to say to me 00:04:24.519 --> 00:04:29.519 All praise is due to Allah, who saved me from the Fire through you. 00:04:29.519 --> 00:04:33.339 So, who am I? 00:04:33.339 --> 00:04:37.339 Please share your answers with us in the comments section below the video. 00:04:37.339 --> 00:04:41.600 We will pin the correct answer in the comments. 00:04:41.600 --> 00:04:45.600 We shall continue with the next installment, Allah willing. 00:04:45.600 --> 00:04:51.629 They are the best of generations in their conduct and as an example. 00:04:51.629 --> 00:04:56.629 Follow the Messenger whenever he strives or speaks. 00:04:56.629 --> 00:05:01.629 They were here, watering the clouds of our lives. 00:05:01.629 --> 00:05:06.629 So let us continue to remember them, may Allah exalt their mention. 00:05:06.629 --> 00:05:11.629 They departed, leaving behind a question in the conscience. 00:05:11.629 --> 00:05:16.629 Is there anyone like them, a star that has risen and shone brilliantly? 00:05:16.629 --> 00:05:21.629 They filled life with pride through their deeds. 00:05:21.629 --> 00:05:25.629 And the world of the Ummah flourished through them.