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he was also told about what had
happened between the
kafir
soldier
and the brave Usama [r].
The Blessed Prophet Muhammad
[s] was very upset when he heard
what had happened and immediate-
ly called for Usama [r].
“
Did the man bear witness that
there is no god except Allah?
” the
Prophet [s] asked Usama [r].
“
Yes he did, O Prophet of Allah
,”
replied Usama [r].
“
And despite that you killed him?
”
the Prophet demanded to know.
“
But I can explain,
” said Usama [r],
“
It seemed to me that he only pre-
tended to accept belief out of fear
for death. He had been dashing
around the battlefield killing many
Muslim soldiers. I can even name
