WEBVTT 00:00:00.020 --> 00:00:04.019 In the name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful 00:00:04.019 --> 00:00:09.429 Mawaddah Association presents 00:00:09.429 --> 00:00:12.429 It happened in Pomegranate 00:00:12.429 --> 00:00:15.750 By Abd al-Rahman Rafat al-Basha 00:00:15.750 --> 00:00:22.100 The fall of Al-Aqsa Mosque at the hands of the Crusaders 00:00:22.100 --> 00:00:27.190 In the year four hundred and ninety-two AH 00:00:27.190 --> 00:00:31.190 The Islamic world was terrified from one end to the other 00:00:31.190 --> 00:00:34.189 With the Crusaders occupying the first two qibla 00:00:34.189 --> 00:00:36.189 And the third of the Two Holy Mosques 00:00:36.189 --> 00:00:40.259 And the journey of the Messenger of God, may God bless him and grant him peace 00:00:40.259 --> 00:00:43.259 It was a sad day for Muslims 00:00:43.259 --> 00:00:46.259 Days do not go by bitterly 00:00:46.259 --> 00:00:50.640 Serious events do not erase a memory 00:00:50.640 --> 00:00:53.640 Have you seen a palace with a lofty structure? 00:00:53.640 --> 00:00:55.640 Fixed pillars 00:00:55.640 --> 00:00:59.640 Manee'a, father-in-law, full of people and full of life 00:00:59.640 --> 00:01:01.640 Then he went around in circles 00:01:01.640 --> 00:01:03.640 Events befell him 00:01:03.640 --> 00:01:07.640 It was destitute of its inhabitants and devoid of its protectors 00:01:07.640 --> 00:01:09.640 It became lonely after Enas 00:01:09.640 --> 00:01:11.640 Grim yet human 00:01:11.640 --> 00:01:13.640 The wind howls in his sides 00:01:13.640 --> 00:01:16.640 Owls nest on its balconies 00:01:16.640 --> 00:01:20.640 And snakes swarm in its halls and rooms 00:01:20.640 --> 00:01:23.859 This was the situation in the Islamic world 00:01:23.859 --> 00:01:26.859 In the late fourth century AH 00:01:26.859 --> 00:01:31.120 The Caliph of Baghdad closed the doors on himself 00:01:31.120 --> 00:01:35.120 Content with what the rulers throw at him about life 00:01:35.120 --> 00:01:39.120 The Caliph of Cairo was preoccupied with superstitions 00:01:39.120 --> 00:01:42.120 He establishes a queen with it and protects a throne with it 00:01:42.120 --> 00:01:45.120 Muslims were immersed in disputes 00:01:45.120 --> 00:01:49.120 People forgot God and He forgot them 00:01:49.120 --> 00:01:51.120 And they abandoned him 00:01:51.120 --> 00:01:54.120 So he entrusted them to his enemy and their enemy 00:01:54.120 --> 00:01:57.469 This was the case of the Islamic world 00:01:57.469 --> 00:02:00.469 The Pope's biggest instigator 00:02:00.469 --> 00:02:04.469 And the Emperor of Constantinople invaded Muslim countries 00:02:04.469 --> 00:02:07.469 And the excitement of the Crusades 00:02:07.469 --> 00:02:12.469 Which has not stopped for a single moment since Islam was found on the face of the earth 00:02:12.469 --> 00:02:16.469 Rather, it was like fire lurking in the ashes 00:02:16.469 --> 00:02:19.469 If a favorable wind blows on it 00:02:19.469 --> 00:02:21.469 Dill and ignite 00:02:21.469 --> 00:02:24.469 If you push the Crusaders towards the East 00:02:24.469 --> 00:02:27.469 Hatred boils in her chest 00:02:27.469 --> 00:02:29.469 And her hearts are full of maliciousness 00:02:29.469 --> 00:02:32.469 It invaded the fortified fortresses of Agnacia 00:02:32.469 --> 00:02:36.469 Then it attacked Maarat al-Numan 00:02:36.469 --> 00:02:38.469 The town of Abi El-Ela 00:02:38.469 --> 00:02:42.599 The valiant residents of Maarat resisted the Crusaders 00:02:42.599 --> 00:02:45.599 Resistance greater than their size 00:02:45.599 --> 00:02:49.599 But the invaders soon occupied the city at dinner 00:02:49.599 --> 00:02:53.599 So they silenced the voices of the muezzins from above the minarets 00:02:53.599 --> 00:02:56.599 And put the sword to people's necks 00:02:56.599 --> 00:03:00.599 They killed every man, every woman, and every child 00:03:00.599 --> 00:03:03.599 They started stepping on the bodies of the dead with their sandals 00:03:03.599 --> 00:03:07.599 After filling the paths and blocking the paths 00:03:07.599 --> 00:03:10.599 The Crusader army continued its march 00:03:10.599 --> 00:03:13.599 He reaps cities and villages 00:03:13.599 --> 00:03:17.599 Then the Crusaders turned their faces towards Jerusalem 00:03:17.599 --> 00:03:20.729 It was in the hands of the Fatimids 00:03:20.729 --> 00:03:25.729 Then, the Islamic world was terrified from one end to the other 00:03:25.729 --> 00:03:28.729 With the Crusaders occupying the first two qibla 00:03:28.729 --> 00:03:30.729 And the third of the Two Holy Mosques 00:03:30.729 --> 00:03:33.729 And the journey of the Messenger of God, may God bless him and grant him peace 00:03:33.729 --> 00:03:36.729 Without any resistance 00:03:36.729 --> 00:03:41.729 The Crusaders granted peace to the city for seven days 00:03:41.729 --> 00:03:45.729 Every day of it is like a hundred years of what we count 00:03:45.729 --> 00:03:48.729 So put swords on necks 00:03:48.729 --> 00:03:50.729 They shed blood in the streets 00:03:50.729 --> 00:03:53.729 And they removed the bodies of the killers, Lala 00:03:53.729 --> 00:03:56.819 And they made domes out of it 00:03:56.819 --> 00:03:58.819 They entered the role 00:03:58.819 --> 00:04:00.819 They cursed those in it 00:04:00.819 --> 00:04:02.819 They occupied the palaces 00:04:02.819 --> 00:04:07.860 They opened the stomachs of its residents in search of dinars hidden in their intestines 00:04:07.860 --> 00:04:10.860 Then they raided Al-Aqsa Mosque 00:04:10.860 --> 00:04:12.860 They entered into his safe haven 00:04:12.860 --> 00:04:15.919 Seventy thousand insoluble 00:04:15.919 --> 00:04:17.920 Among them is the worshiping world 00:04:17.920 --> 00:04:19.920 And meet the ascetic 00:04:19.920 --> 00:04:22.050 The woman and the infant 00:04:22.050 --> 00:04:25.050 They entered the Holy Mosque with their horses 00:04:25.050 --> 00:04:28.050 Her spikes trampled on the trees 00:04:28.050 --> 00:04:31.050 Its legs were covered in blood 00:04:31.050 --> 00:04:34.050 Then they looted the valuables in Al-Aqsa 00:04:34.050 --> 00:04:37.050 Among other things they looted 00:04:37.050 --> 00:04:42.050 Lungs of jellyfish made of pure silver and pure gold 00:04:42.050 --> 00:04:46.050 Then they left a garrison in the sad city 00:04:46.050 --> 00:04:50.139 They set out to conquer cities and destroy fortresses 00:04:50.139 --> 00:04:54.139 Muslims turned to the east and west of the earth 00:04:54.139 --> 00:04:56.139 To the Fatimid Caliph of Egypt 00:04:56.139 --> 00:04:58.139 Owner of the Holy House 00:04:58.139 --> 00:05:01.139 Maybe he will save it from the hands of its occupiers 00:05:01.139 --> 00:05:04.139 And purify it from the filth of its usurpers 00:05:04.139 --> 00:05:06.139 They found him subservient to his minister 00:05:06.139 --> 00:05:08.139 And his minister is suspicious 00:05:08.139 --> 00:05:13.139 They sent a delegation including Judge Abu Saeed Al-Harawi 00:05:13.139 --> 00:05:15.139 To the Caliph of Baghdad 00:05:15.139 --> 00:05:18.139 The delegation arrived at the Khalifa Diwan 00:05:18.139 --> 00:05:21.139 They saw some news that brought tears to their eyes 00:05:21.139 --> 00:05:24.139 It hurts the eyelids and hurts the hearts 00:05:24.139 --> 00:05:27.300 They went to the mosque on Friday 00:05:27.300 --> 00:05:30.300 They cried for help and cried and cried 00:05:30.300 --> 00:05:35.300 They mentioned to the people what happened to Muslims who were fasting during Ramadan 00:05:35.300 --> 00:05:39.300 Who killed men, captured women, and plundered money 00:05:39.300 --> 00:05:42.370 But the Caliph of Baghdad 00:05:42.370 --> 00:05:46.529 He was helpless and confined in his palace 00:05:46.529 --> 00:05:48.529 At that 00:05:48.529 --> 00:05:51.529 Muslims turned their attention to the two caliphs 00:05:51.529 --> 00:05:55.529 Those sitting on brocade mattresses in Cairo and Baghdad 00:05:55.529 --> 00:06:00.529 And they began to cast their sights on the horizons of Muslim countries 00:06:00.529 --> 00:06:05.529 Perhaps it will show them a star to guide them in the darkness of the darkest night 00:06:05.529 --> 00:06:09.589 So God revealed Saladin to them 00:06:09.589 --> 00:06:11.589 Ibn Najm al-Din Ayoub 00:06:11.589 --> 00:06:13.750 And for Saladin 00:06:13.750 --> 00:06:15.750 A bright biography like ours 00:06:15.750 --> 00:06:17.750 Bright as the full moon 00:06:17.750 --> 00:06:21.910 It illuminates the path for those who want to follow the path 00:06:21.910 --> 00:06:23.910 Saladin realized 00:06:23.910 --> 00:06:28.910 That goodness resides in the nation of Muhammad, may God bless him and grant him peace 00:06:28.910 --> 00:06:31.910 Potential life in seed kernels 00:06:31.910 --> 00:06:34.939 She wants fresh water 00:06:34.939 --> 00:06:37.939 Good soil and bright light 00:06:37.939 --> 00:06:39.939 To wake up from its stagnation 00:06:39.939 --> 00:06:42.939 The earth is filled with growth and giving 00:06:42.939 --> 00:06:47.939 Saladin knew the key with which to open the hearts of his nation 00:06:47.939 --> 00:06:49.939 So he put his hand on it 00:06:49.939 --> 00:06:52.939 He skillfully managed it in her hearts 00:06:52.939 --> 00:06:57.040 He opened it and entered through its widest doors 00:06:57.040 --> 00:07:01.040 That key is the key to religion 00:07:01.040 --> 00:07:04.040 He believed in the principle of exemplary kingship 00:07:04.040 --> 00:07:06.040 He magnified the law of God 00:07:06.040 --> 00:07:09.040 He complied with his orders and avoided his prohibitions 00:07:09.040 --> 00:07:14.040 Only rarely did a group of people listen to him in his prayer 00:07:14.040 --> 00:07:17.040 He did not miss a fast without fulfilling it 00:07:17.040 --> 00:07:22.040 As for zakat, he did not meet its quorum throughout his life 00:07:22.040 --> 00:07:26.199 Saladin did not attach his heart to nurturing and fighting 00:07:26.199 --> 00:07:29.199 Rather, he was entrusted with struggle and jihad 00:07:29.199 --> 00:07:32.199 He spent a quarter of a century of his life 00:07:32.199 --> 00:07:35.199 He only had a little roof 00:07:35.199 --> 00:07:39.199 Rather, his permanent residence was either on horseback 00:07:39.199 --> 00:07:42.199 Or a tent set up for him in the open 00:07:42.199 --> 00:07:46.199 He was able to have the greatest influence on his people 00:07:46.199 --> 00:07:49.199 So the jurists and scholars fought with him 00:07:49.199 --> 00:07:52.199 Writers, poets, and teachers 00:07:52.199 --> 00:07:55.199 Then boys and women 00:07:55.199 --> 00:08:01.360 God sent people to Saladin in groups to support him and ransom him 00:08:01.360 --> 00:08:03.389 And if he called for jihad 00:08:03.389 --> 00:08:07.389 Volunteers came to him of their own free will 00:08:07.389 --> 00:08:09.389 And their absolute freedom 00:08:09.389 --> 00:08:13.389 Each of them carried enough food 00:08:13.389 --> 00:08:16.459 The majority of his soldiers were volunteers 00:08:16.459 --> 00:08:21.459 Those who came seeking God’s reward and martyrdom 00:08:21.459 --> 00:08:26.459 This was a big reason for his victories 00:08:26.459 --> 00:08:33.580 Saladin realized the value of human wealth in praising kingdoms and winning battles 00:08:33.580 --> 00:08:35.620 He searched in every country 00:08:35.620 --> 00:08:36.620 In Egypt 00:08:36.620 --> 00:08:37.620 In the Levant 00:08:37.620 --> 00:08:39.620 In Hijaz 00:08:39.620 --> 00:08:40.620 In Yemen 00:08:40.620 --> 00:08:41.620 In Baghdad 00:08:41.620 --> 00:08:44.620 In every part of Muslim countries 00:08:44.620 --> 00:08:47.620 About people who are competent in politics 00:08:47.620 --> 00:08:48.620 In science 00:08:48.620 --> 00:08:49.620 In wars 00:08:49.620 --> 00:08:50.620 In the arts 00:08:50.620 --> 00:08:52.620 In literature 00:08:52.620 --> 00:08:54.620 He collected them from every country 00:08:54.620 --> 00:08:57.620 He had a specific country from each country 00:08:57.620 --> 00:09:00.620 And from all of Egypt, there is a support and a friend 00:09:00.620 --> 00:09:03.620 This is one of Saladin's pioneers 00:09:03.620 --> 00:09:09.899 Saladin chose the most knowledgeable and honest scholars 00:09:09.899 --> 00:09:12.899 And from supplication, he will give them understanding of religion 00:09:12.899 --> 00:09:17.899 Among the engineers are the wisest in art and the most energetic 00:09:17.899 --> 00:09:22.899 Among the messengers, he informed them of matters and kept secrets from them 00:09:22.899 --> 00:09:26.100 Then he had the qualities of heroism 00:09:26.100 --> 00:09:30.100 His health and illness did not leave him alone 00:09:30.100 --> 00:09:32.100 And the days of his victory and defeat 00:09:32.100 --> 00:09:35.100 And my matter is difficult and easy 00:09:35.100 --> 00:09:37.259 It was when the heat got hot 00:09:37.259 --> 00:09:39.259 The stench intensified 00:09:39.259 --> 00:09:42.259 Death surrounded him on all sides 00:09:42.259 --> 00:09:44.259 He roams the ranks of his soldiers 00:09:44.259 --> 00:09:47.259 He extends his hand to shake hands with death 00:09:47.259 --> 00:09:49.259 Then death turns away from him 00:09:49.259 --> 00:09:51.419 With these qualities 00:09:51.419 --> 00:09:57.419 Saladin led the Muslim soldiers from victory to victory to victory 00:09:57.419 --> 00:09:59.419 And through this 00:09:59.419 --> 00:10:03.419 He was able to erase the shame that befell Muslims 00:10:03.419 --> 00:10:06.419 Since the Crusaders occupied Jerusalem 00:10:06.419 --> 00:10:08.419 In the middle of Rajab 00:10:08.419 --> 00:10:12.419 Year 583 AH 00:10:12.419 --> 00:10:16.419 Muslim armies led by Saladin surrounded Jerusalem 00:10:16.419 --> 00:10:18.419 The shackle is attached to the wrist 00:10:18.419 --> 00:10:22.419 They set up their trebuchets around its walls on all sides 00:10:22.419 --> 00:10:24.419 And draw the swords of God 00:10:24.419 --> 00:10:27.419 To drink from the blood of God's enemies 00:10:27.419 --> 00:10:30.419 The Franks were terrified by what they saw 00:10:30.419 --> 00:10:33.419 And God cast terror into their hearts 00:10:33.419 --> 00:10:36.419 It is only an honest tour 00:10:36.419 --> 00:10:40.419 Until the patriarch appeared, seeking safety for himself and his people 00:10:40.419 --> 00:10:43.419 Saladin granted his request 00:10:43.419 --> 00:10:45.480 The Franks cut themselves off 00:10:45.480 --> 00:10:48.480 To pay ten dinars for each man 00:10:48.480 --> 00:10:51.480 Five for each woman 00:10:51.480 --> 00:10:53.480 Two dinars for each child 00:10:53.480 --> 00:10:56.480 This is for those who want to redeem themselves 00:10:56.480 --> 00:10:59.480 Whoever is unable to pay the ransom becomes a prisoner 00:10:59.480 --> 00:11:02.639 And on Friday morning 00:11:02.639 --> 00:11:04.639 The twenty-seventh of Rajab 00:11:04.639 --> 00:11:08.639 Year 583 AH 00:11:08.639 --> 00:11:12.639 Muslims entered Jerusalem, cheering loudly 00:11:12.639 --> 00:11:15.639 Their tongues are filled with supplication 00:11:15.639 --> 00:11:19.639 Their voices rise to God with thanks and praise 00:11:19.639 --> 00:11:21.639 And the Great Cross was lowered 00:11:21.639 --> 00:11:24.639 Which was erected on the Dome of the Rock 00:11:24.639 --> 00:11:29.639 The pictures that were engraved on the walls of the mosque were erased 00:11:29.639 --> 00:11:33.639 The windows were removed from its minarets 00:11:33.639 --> 00:11:36.639 The call to prayer came from above the minarets 00:11:36.639 --> 00:11:41.639 The voices of the muezzins mixed with the recitation of the Qur’an 00:11:41.639 --> 00:11:48.769 He brought from Aleppo the pulpit made by King Al-Adil Nur al-Din Zengi 00:11:48.769 --> 00:11:51.769 And his vow to Jerusalem when it opens 00:11:51.769 --> 00:11:54.769 It was held on the first Friday in Jerusalem 00:11:54.769 --> 00:11:58.769 After the gathering stopped for over ninety years 00:11:58.769 --> 00:12:02.769 Friday’s sermon was delivered by Judge Muhyiddin bin Al-Zaki 00:12:02.769 --> 00:12:05.769 His sermon was called the sermon of conquest 00:12:05.769 --> 00:12:08.769 The orator and writer collected it 00:12:08.769 --> 00:12:12.019 All other praises of the Qur’an 00:12:12.019 --> 00:12:14.019 And when I finished praying 00:12:14.019 --> 00:12:20.120 Saladin sat accepting the Muslims’ congratulations on the clear conquest 00:12:20.120 --> 00:12:23.120 Congratulations to Muslims on Salahuddin 00:12:23.120 --> 00:12:27.120 Congratulations to Salahuddin on his clear conquest 00:12:27.120 --> 00:12:33.120 And a plea to God to honor Muslims with another day like the day of conquest 00:12:33.120 --> 00:12:37.120 They erase shame and remove the hook 00:12:37.120 --> 00:12:42.120 They recover the stolen Jerusalem and rescue the usurped Sanctuary 00:12:42.120 --> 00:12:47.120 Thus, the eye of the first conqueror, Omar bin Al-Khattab, was recognized 00:12:47.120 --> 00:12:52.120 The soul of the second conqueror, Saladin, was fulfilled