falsehood. This action of his teaches us that if we have to lose everything in standing for the truth, then so be it. However, the truth should never be neglected, and falsehood should be confronted sternly. Even if there is no gain in this world, such people undoubtedly better their hereafter, and Allah Almighty showers such people with reward and honour.

Sayyiduna Bilal رَضِىَ الـلّٰـهُ عَـنْهُ remained steadfast upon Islam with sincerity and determination until his final breath. He رَضِىَ الـلّٰـهُ عَـنْهُ risked his life in the way of Allah Almighty without this impeding his steadfastness in the slightest. After accepting Islam, he رَضِىَ الـلّٰـهُ عَـنْهُ never complained about anything despite having experienced a life of oppression. Those people who express love for the companions and yet end up creating a scene upon merely receiving a scratch should take a lesson from this. They are seen expressing impatience when afflicted by some minor difficulty.

Dwell on how Sayyiduna Bilal رَضِىَ الـلّٰـهُ عَـنْهُ showed forbearance despite going through difficulties of immense severity, and how it was evident from his conduct that he رَضِىَ الـلّٰـهُ عَـنْهُ was willing to even give up his life but not his faith.  Therefore, we should also live our lives following his way and refresh our belief by reading about him and the events surrounding his sacrifices. Prior to hearing about the other incidents where he displayed great steadfastness in his belief, let us listen to a brief introduction to him.

Brief Introduction

*   Sayyiduna Bilal رَضِىَ الـلّٰـهُ عَـنْهُ was a slave of the Banu Jumah tribe.

*   His name was Bilal, his father’s name was Rabah, and his mother’s name was Hamamah. (Hilya-tul-Awliya, Bilal Bin Rabah, vol. 1, p. 200 summarised)

*   His kunyahs [patronymics] are Abu Abdullah, Abu Abdul Kareem, Abu Abdul Rahman and Abu ‘Amr. (Al-Istee’ab fi Ma’rifah-til-As’haab, Bilal Bin Rabah, vol. 1, p. 218, Raqm 214)

*   He was famous by the titles Muazzin ur Rasool and Sayyidul-Muazzineen, i.e. the leader of those who give Azaan. In this regard,