Khalid bin Walid

Question 1

What was Khalid bin Walid’s position towards the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) before converting to Islam?

Answer 1

• Khalid bin Walid was from a family that opposed the Prophet (PBUH) in Makkah.
• He did not participate in the Battle of Badr but played a key role in the Battle of Uhud against the Muslims, where he helped turn the Muslim victory into defeat.

Question 2

When and under what circumstances did Khalid bin Walid convert to Islam?

Answer 2

• Khalid bin Walid converted to Islam after the Treaty of Hudaybiya in 629.
• On his way to Madina to accept Islam, he met ‘Amr ibn al-‘As and ‘Uthman ibn Talha, who were also on their way to convert.

Question 3

What was Khalid bin Walid’s role in the Battle of Mu’ta?

Answer 3

• In the Battle of Mu’ta, the first battle between Muslims and Romans, Khalid took command after the deaths of Zayd ibn Haritha, Ja’far ibn Abi Talib, and Abdullah ibn Rawaha.
• He reported that the fighting was so intense that he broke nine swords. Due to his leadership, the Muslims were able to return safely.

Question 4

What title did the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) give to Khalid bin Walid, and why?

Answer 4

The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) gave Khalid bin Walid the title “Saif Allah” – The Sword of Allah – for his bravery and leadership in the Battle of Mu’ta, where he ensured the safe return of Muslim forces.

Question 5

Which battles did Khalid bin Walid participate in after converting to Islam, and what was his role in the Conquest of Makkah?

Answer 5

• After converting, Khalid bin Walid participated in the Conquest of Makkah, the Battle of Hunain, and the Battle of Tabuk.
• During the Conquest of Makkah, he was appointed as the leader of one of the four squadrons into which the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) divided his army.

Question 6

What did Khalid bin Walid collect at the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) farewell pilgrimage, and why was it significant?

Answer 6

At the farewell pilgrimage, Khalid bin Walid collected three hairs from the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), which he believed granted him victory in battles

Question 7

How did the Caliphs Abu Bakr and Umar view Khalid bin Walid, and what roles did they assign him?

Answer 7

Both Hazrat Abu Bakr and Hazrat Umar held Khalid bin Walid in high regard and appointed him as the commander of their armies in battles against the Romans and Persians.

Question 8

When and where did Khalid bin Walid pass away?

Answer 8

Khalid bin Walid died in 642 in Syria