An Example of Noble Character

MERCY TO THE WORLDS Banu ʿAbd al-Dar, even brought a bowl filled with blood and dipped their fingers in it, vowing to fight to the death. Four or five days passed in this deadlock. Eventually, the people came to their senses. They all gathered in the mosque, discussed the matter, and agreed to resolve the issue fairly. (Seerah Ibn Hisham, Vol. 1, p. 182) At the time, Abu Umayyah ibn al-Mughīrah was the eldest among the Quraysh. He suggested: “Let the first person who enters through the gate of the mosque tomorrow morning decide the matter.” Everyone agreed. The next morning, the first person to enter the mosque was Muhammad. When they saw him, they said, “This is al-Amin (the Trustworthy). We are satisfied. This is Muhammad.” They presented the matter to him. The Prophet said, “Bring me a cloth.” A cloth was brought, and he laid it on the ground. He placed the Black Stone in the center of the cloth and said, “Let each tribe hold one corner of the cloth. Then lift it together.” They did as he instructed. When they reached the designated place, the Prophet himself picked up the stone and placed it in the wall of the Kaaba. The construction was completed, and the issue was resolved peacefully. (Seerah Ibn Hisham, Vol. 1, p. 197) This incident highlights two principles of unity: 1. The leader who serves as a unifying figure must be someone trusted and respected by the people in terms of character. People should view him as honest and trustworthy—someone they see as above personal