Khaybar's Triumph: A Testament to Ali's Leadership and Faith - Maulana Syed Muhammad Rizvi

Friday Juma Khutba
January 24th, 2025

- The 24th of Rajab marks the conquest of Khaybar by Amirul Mu’minin ‘Ali (a) in the 7th AH.
- The Prophet sent various commanders to conquer the fort of Qamūs, but they failed for eight days.
- The Prophet declared he would give the banner to a man loved by Allah and His Messenger, and who loved them in return.
- ‘Ali (a), despite an eye ailment, was called, healed by the Prophet, and given the banner. He successfully led the Muslims to victory.
- This event highlights the unique love between Allah and ‘Ali (a), as also mentioned in Qur’an 3:31.
- Mu‘āwiyah, during his reign, held a gathering in Mecca to promote Yazid’s successorship, where he spoke ill of ‘Ali (a).
- Sa‘d bin Waqqāṣ protested, citing three unmatched honors of ‘Ali:
1. Being appointed as the Prophet’s deputy during Tabūk.
2. Being part of the Prophet’s prayer during the Mubāhalah alongside Fāṭimah, Ḥasan, and Ḥusayn.
3. Leading the Muslims to victory at Khaybar under the Prophet’s explicit praise.
- Sa‘d left the gathering in protest.
- Qur’an 9:32 emphasizes that Allah’s light cannot be extinguished, despite opposition.

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