المقداد بن عمرو
Miqdad ibn Amr
The First Cavalry Fighter for Islam
ਨਬੀ ﷺ ਨਾਲ ਰਿਸ਼ਤਾ
Miqdad's declaration before Badr brought visible joy to the Prophet, whose face lit up when he heard the words. The Prophet deeply valued Miqdad's unwavering loyalty and considered him among the most faithful of the companions. He was present at the Prophet's side in nearly every major event.
ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਦੀਆਂ ਮੁੱਖ ਘਟਨਾਵਾਂ
Among the first six to accept Islam
Famous speech before the Battle of Badr
First cavalryman in Islamic military history at Badr
Passed away and buried in Baqi
ਪੂਰੀ ਜੀਵਨੀ
Miqdad ibn Amr, also known as al-Miqdad ibn al-Aswad al-Kindi, was one of the most courageous of the early companions and is celebrated as the first person to fight on horseback in the cause of Islam. He was among the very first six people to accept Islam, entering the faith before the public proclamation of Islam by the Prophet.
Miqdad was originally from the Kinda tribe but was adopted into the Banu Zuhra of the Quraysh through a tribal adoption arrangement. He was known for his fearless character and physical prowess. When the early Muslims were persecuted in Mecca, he remained steadfast and endured the hardships alongside the Prophet. He emigrated to Abyssinia during the first Hijra and later returned to Medina.
At the Battle of Badr, Miqdad made a famous declaration that became legendary in Islamic history. When the Prophet consulted the companions about whether to engage the Quraysh, many spoke with some hesitation. Miqdad stood up and declared: "O Messenger of Allah, proceed to what Allah has commanded you. We are with you. By Allah, we will not say to you what the Children of Israel said to Moses — Go you and your Lord and fight, and we will stay here. Rather, go you and your Lord and fight, and we will fight alongside you on your right and your left and in front of you and behind you." The Prophet was so moved by these words that his face shone with joy.
Miqdad participated in all the major battles including Badr, Uhud, and the Trench. He was among the most courageous fighters in the Muslim army and inspired others with his bravery. His riding and fighting skills were exceptional even by Arabian standards.
He lived into the caliphate of Uthman ibn Affan and passed away around 653 CE, having spent his entire adult life in the service of Islam. He was buried in the Baqi cemetery in Medina.
ਮਸ਼ਹੂਰ ਕਥਨ
"O Messenger of Allah, we will not say what the Children of Israel said. We will fight on your right and your left, in front of you and behind you."
ਤੁਹਾਡੀ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਲਈ ਸਬਕ
True loyalty to a leader means standing firm and expressing unconditional support in their darkest hour.
Courage on the battlefield reflects the depth of faith and conviction.
The early Muslims understood that sacrifice was inseparable from belief.
ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਵਰਗਾ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਬਣੀਏ
Miqdad ibn Amr ਦੇ ਨਕਸ਼ੇ-ਕਦਮ ਉੱਤੇ ਚੱਲਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ? ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੀ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਤੋਂ ਲਏ ਇਹਨਾਂ ਅਮਲੀ ਕਦਮਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਸ਼ੁਰੂਆਤ ਕਰੋ।
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True loyalty to a leader means standing firm and expressing unconditional support in their darkest hour.
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Courage on the battlefield reflects the depth of faith and conviction.
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The early Muslims understood that sacrifice was inseparable from belief.