Muhammad a Prophet For all Humanity
10. The Prophet in Makkah
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both this world and the next. But if you think you
will be able to keep your promises, however much
loss you incur, and however many of your leaders
are killed, then take him with you to Madinah. This
will be better for you in both this world and the
next.”
Everyone said in unison that they would take the
Prophet with them, no matter what loss of life and
property they incurred. “What will we have in
return if we keep our word?” They asked the
Prophet. “Paradise,” he replied. “Hold out your
hand to us,” they cried out. He extended his hand
and accepted their allegiance.
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These were not mere words on the part of the
Ansar; they were words borne out by actions. Even
when the Muslims became dominant, they did not
demand any political compensation for the
sacrifices they had made. They were quite willing to
let the Caliphate remain in the hands of the
Makkans. They did not seek reward in this world,
but were content to leave this world to others and,
to look forward to their reward in the next world
from God.
