المقداد بن الأسود الكندي
Al-Miqdad ibn al-Aswad al-Kindi
The First Horseman of Islam
Uhusiano na Mtume ﷺ
Al-Miqdad's relationship with the Prophet was among the most devoted. He was one of the first six to embrace Islam and shared every hardship of the early period with the Prophet. His speech at Badr so moved the Prophet that tears ran down his blessed face. Al-Miqdad's unconditional loyalty and early sacrifice gave him an honoured and intimate place in the prophetic community.
Matukio Muhimu ya Maisha
Among the earliest Muslims — converted before the first public gathering
Migrated to Abyssinia with the first group of emigrants
Delivered his historic speech at the Battle of Badr
Passed away in Medina
Wasifu Kamili
Al-Miqdad ibn al-Aswad al-Kindi was among the earliest converts to Islam and holds the historic distinction of being the first Muslim horseman to fight in the path of Allah. He migrated to Abyssinia with the first group of Muslim emigrants and later returned to Medina. He was among the six companions who adopted Islam in the very early period before any groups had formed.
At the Battle of Badr, al-Miqdad delivered one of the most celebrated speeches of early Islamic history when the Prophet consulted the companions. While others were cautious, al-Miqdad said: 'O Messenger of Allah, go where Allah commands — we will not say to you as Banu Israel said to Musa: go you and your Lord and fight, we shall stay here. We say: go you and your Lord and fight and we will fight with you!' This declaration of unconditional commitment moved the Prophet to tears and became immortalised in Islamic tradition. He passed away around 33 AH.
Maneno Maarufu
"Go, O Messenger of Allah, where Allah commands — we shall fight with you wherever you go."
Mafunzo kwa Maisha Yako
Unconditional commitment to the Prophet is the highest form of loyalty.
One brave statement at the right moment can change the course of history.
The earliest believers carry a weight of honour that no later generation can equal.
A horseman of Allah is measured not by his horse but by his heart.
Jinsi ya Kuwa Kama Wao
Ungependa kufuata nyayo za Al-Miqdad ibn al-Aswad al-Kindi? Anza na hatua hizi za kivitendo zilizotokana na maisha yao.
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Unconditional commitment to the Prophet is the highest form of loyalty.
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One brave statement at the right moment can change the course of history.
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The earliest believers carry a weight of honour that no later generation can equal.
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A horseman of Allah is measured not by his horse but by his heart.