Episode Description
In Episode 25 of Life of the Final Messenger ﷺ, we explore the historic Battle of Muʾtah, one of the most remarkable battles in early Islamic history.
The Prophet ﷺ sent an army of 3,000 companions toward the north after a Muslim envoy was killed. Three commanders were appointed in advance: Zayd ibn Harithah (RA), Jaʿfar ibn Abi Talib (RA), and Abdullah ibn Rawahah (RA).
When the Muslim army reached Muʾtah, they faced an enormous force from the Byzantine Roman army and their allies. Despite the overwhelming odds, the companions showed extraordinary courage.
One after another, the appointed commanders were martyred while holding the banner of Islam. Finally, Khalid ibn al-Walid (RA) took command and used his military skill to safely withdraw the Muslim army.This episode highlights the bravery of the companions, the sacrifice of the martyrs, and the leadership that preserved the Muslim army.
Timestamps:00:00–01:00 Opening01:00–01:15 Intro01:15–02:25 The Army of 3,000 & Commanders Chosen02:25–03:30 Facing the Massive Roman Forces03:30–04:10 Martyrdom of Zayd & Jaʿfar04:10–05:10 Abdullah ibn Rawahah’s Final Stand05:10–05:35 Khalid ibn al-Walid Takes Command05:35–07:20 Return to Madinah & Honoring the Martyrs07:20–07:40 Next Episode Trailer
The Prophet ﷺ sent an army of 3,000 companions toward the north after a Muslim envoy was killed. Three commanders were appointed in advance: Zayd ibn Harithah (RA), Jaʿfar ibn Abi Talib (RA), and Abdullah ibn Rawahah (RA).
When the Muslim army reached Muʾtah, they faced an enormous force from the Byzantine Roman army and their allies. Despite the overwhelming odds, the companions showed extraordinary courage.
One after another, the appointed commanders were martyred while holding the banner of Islam. Finally, Khalid ibn al-Walid (RA) took command and used his military skill to safely withdraw the Muslim army.This episode highlights the bravery of the companions, the sacrifice of the martyrs, and the leadership that preserved the Muslim army.
Timestamps:00:00–01:00 Opening01:00–01:15 Intro01:15–02:25 The Army of 3,000 & Commanders Chosen02:25–03:30 Facing the Massive Roman Forces03:30–04:10 Martyrdom of Zayd & Jaʿfar04:10–05:10 Abdullah ibn Rawahah’s Final Stand05:10–05:35 Khalid ibn al-Walid Takes Command05:35–07:20 Return to Madinah & Honoring the Martyrs07:20–07:40 Next Episode Trailer