Khalid Ibn Al-Walid

by Omer Yilmaz

Overview

Khalid ibn al-Walid was born to be a leader of men. Growing up as one of three brothers in a military family, he always played commander to his brothers' soldiers. After honing his skills as a soldier, his natural leadership qualities and courage on the battlefield made him a natural choice as commander of the cavalry. This book charts his career as an illustrious and successful warrior, Khalid ibn al Walid, first against the Muslim army, and later as leader of the Muslim army. This change of heart was something even the mighty warrior couldn't resist. For, however great Khalid's struggles on the battlefield, his greatest struggle took place within his own heart. Influenced first by his brother Walid's conversion to Islam, and secondly by his personal encounter wit the noble Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, Khalid could not resist the call of Islam, and became a Muslim. The story goes on to tell how, thanks to his victories in battle, Islam spread rapidly through Arabia and Syria. Khalid won a fearsome reputation as "the Sword of Allah" and, under the blessed Prophet's guidance, fought his greatest battles to win wars, but also to win people's hearts and bring the beautiful religion of Islam to all humanity. Throughout his life, Khalid was the personification of the advice he gave to his soldiers: "Patience is the highest virtue; defeat is feebleness; victory is only won with patience."

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781597843799
Publisher:	Tughra Books
Publication date:	03/07/2016
Series:	The Age of Bliss
Pages:	72
Product dimensions:	4.90(w) x 7.60(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	9 - 13 Years

Table of Contents

His Childhood 1

A Lesson Learned from His Brother 3

Khalid and the Battle of Uhud 7

Khalid and the Battle of the Trench 10

The Peace Treaty of Hudaybiya 12

Khalid Becomes a Muslim 14

Side by Side with the Noble Prophet 19

Khalid and the Battle of Muta 21

Khalid ibn al-Walid: The Sword of Allah 27

Khalid and the Conquest of Mecca 31

The Removal of Idols 36

The Battle of Hunayn 39

The Expedition to Tabuk 42

Delegation of Najran 44

Caliph Abu Bakr 47

Khalid and Musaylima (the False Prophet) 49

Khalid against the Sassanids 55

The Conquest of Himis 57

Khalid in the Suwa Desert 60

The Battle of Yarmuk 64

Relieved of Duty 67

His Death 71