An Islamic Treasury of Virtues
8. Manners In Speech
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Abd al-’Ashhal tribe, became incensed over Musab
ibn Umayr’s activities. So one day, armed with a
spear, Saad went in search of Musab. Near a well on
the outskirts of the town he found the Muslim from
Makkah talking to a crowd of people about Islam.
Approaching the group, Saad ibn Muadh asked in
an angry tone: “Who has brought this foreigner
here so that he may lead the weak members of our
society astray? Do you want something we revile to
take root in our households? After today, I do not
wish to see you here again.” One Asad ibn Zararah,
who had accepted Islam and belonged to the tribe
of Sa ad ibn Muadh, then spoke up. “My cousin,”
he began, “listen to what this man has to say. If it is
unreasonable, you can reject it, and if it appears
reasonable, you may accept it.” Saad ibn Muadh
then mellowed somewhat and asked what it was
that Musab taught. In reply, Musab recited the first
part of the Quranic chapter al-Zukhruf. Saad’s
anger melted away on hearing the Qur’an recited,
his whole frame of mind changed and in a few days
he was led to accept Islam. Now he himself began
to preach Islam among the Banu Abd al-Ashhal.
The following is part of what he said to them: “If
anyone, young or old, male or female, is in doubt
