Prophet Muhammad ﷺ Migration to Medina

Unnoticed, Though Right Before Their Eyes

The miracles of the Beloved Prophet صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم , while highlighting many other beautiful aspects, also demonstrate that when Allah Almighty wills, He grants remarkable protection to the Holy Prophet صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم from the disbelievers. Consequently, when the disbelievers of Makkah observed that the Holy Prophet صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم and the Muslims had gained supporters outside Makkah, in Madinah, and that the Anṣār had provided refuge to the Muslims migrating to Madinah, they feared that the Muslims might prepare an army in Madinah to wage war against them. Therefore, they convened a major meeting in their Dār al-Nadwah (assembly house), attended by all influential figures and chieftains of Quraysh.

Iblis, the accursed, also appeared in the guise of an old man and stated, “I am Shaykh Najd, and upon hearing of this meeting, I came.” The chieftains allowed him to join the meeting, and then a formal consultation began concerning the Noble Prophet صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم , on what should finally be done with him. Consequently, three distinct proposals were presented there: one was that the Holy Prophet صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم should be shackled and imprisoned, and the second was that he should be expelled from Makkah. Iblis highlighted the flaws of both proposals and rejected them.

The third proposal was put forward by Abu Jahl: that a brave man from each tribe should collectively attack and assassinate [Sayyidunā] Muhammad صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم . The crime of murder would then rest upon all tribes. It was evident that the Banū Hāshim clan would not be able to fight all tribes to avenge this murder; therefore, they would surely agree to accept blood money, which we would all contribute to pay. Upon hearing this proposal, Iblis exclaimed, “Now that is a plan! This is the best proposal.” Consequently, everyone agreed to this and departed from there.

Subsequently, on the very night these disbelievers intended to execute their evil plan, the Holy Prophet صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم was destined to emigrate by the command of Allah Almighty. Thus, Angel Jibrīl عَـلَيْـهِ الـسَّـلاَم came and conveyed to the Beloved Prophet صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم : “Do not sleep on your bed tonight. On this night, the disbelievers have gathered outside your door to attack you when you sleep.” When The Holy Prophet صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم came to know of this, he said to Sayyidunā ꜤAlī رَضِىَ اللّٰهُ عَـنْهُ: “Cover yourself with this green Hadrami sheet of mine and sleep on my bed; they will not be able to harm you.” Furthermore, informing him about his emigration, the Noble Prophet صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم commanded him that, “You are to remain in Makkah until you return the trusts of the people that are with me to their owners.” Then the Noble Prophet صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم took a handful of earth and, reciting the initial verses of Surah Yasīn, passed by these disbelievers. He even sprinkled a little earth on their heads, yet none of them could see the Noble Prophet صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم .[1]

· Collective consultation, if conducted with good intentions, yields positive outcomes, whereas if conducted with ill intentions, it results in failure and disgrace.

· Participating in gatherings of evil and encouraging wicked endeavours are the passion and pastime of Iblis.

· The evil schemes and deceptions of people do not impede the hidden divine plan of Allah Almighty.

· When someone is under the shade of Allah Almighty’s help and protection, even the greatest enemy cannot harm them.

· One should have complete reliance and trust in Allah Almighty, for in reality, He alone is the one Who grants salvation.

· The wise person is the one who maintains self-control even in unsafe situations and makes correct decisions, displaying physical strength when physical strength is required and mental fortitude when mental fortitude is required.

· Self-control and making decisions with strategic wisdom are the highest examples of bravery, rather than merely displaying outward strength.

· In all circumstances, a trust must be returned to its owner. If one cannot deliver it personally, another method should be adopted.

· Ensuring the fulfilment of obligations despite danger to life is a sign of firmness in faith.

· Truly loyal and sincere individuals do not care for their own lives for the sake of sincerity and loyalty.

· The Noble Companions رَضِیَ اللّٰهُ عَنْهُم  were always ready to sacrifice their lives for the Beloved Prophet صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم .

· True success is always achieved through truthfulness, integrity, and patience, not through oppression, deceit, or treachery.

· The efforts of wicked people do not succeed for long.

· When entrusting someone with a difficult and dangerous task, full attention should be paid to their safety, and they should also be reassured of their well-being, provided there is a valid reason for such assurance.

· To protect oneself from harm inflicted by others, it is beneficial to remain aware of one's surroundings and continuously assess the situation.

· Revealing one's secrets to a certain extent to those who are involved in our sincere and good plans is not a breach of confidentiality.