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The Prophet's Encouragement of His Companions to Fight on the Day of Uhud

In this narration, the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, urged his companions to fight on the day of Uhud. It highlights the steadfastness of those whom Allah protected and their commitment to him, whether staying with him or returning to him when they knew his whereabouts. The Quranic verse mentioned speaks of men who upheld their covenant with Allah. The hadith also recounts the incident of Abu Dujanah taking the sword on the day of Uhud, splitting the heads of the idolaters, as narrated by Muslim.

Translation

Ubaidullah ibn al-Wazir ibn Thawr narrated to me, he said: Hisham ibn Urwah narrated from his father, from Zubair ibn al-Awwam, he said: The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) displayed a sword on the day of Uhud, and said: "Who will take this sword rightfully?" So, I stood up and said: "I will, O Messenger of Allah." But he turned away from me. Then he said: "Who will take this sword rightfully?" I stood up again and said: "I will, O Messenger of Allah." Again, he turned away from me. Then he said: "Who will take this sword rightfully?" Abu Dujanah Simak ibn Kharasha stood up and said: "I will take it, O Messenger of Allah, rightfully." The Prophet asked him what was the right of the sword, and he said: "That I will not kill a Muslim with it, nor flee from a disbeliever." So, the Prophet handed it to him, and whenever he intended to fight, he was the most knowledgeable with the sword. I said to myself, "Let me see what he will do today." He did not raise the sword against anyone until he approached a woman on a mountain slope with other women, and their tambourines in which one woman said: "We are the daughters of Tariq, walking on high heels. If you accept, we embrace, and we spread the heels. If you turn away, we part with you, separation without turning back." Abu Dujanah leaned with the sword on a woman to strike her, but then refrained. When the battle raged, I said to him, "I saw all your actions except raising the sword against the woman." He replied: "By Allah, I honored the sword of the Messenger of Allah by not killing a woman with it."

Abu Abdullah al-Hafiz informed us, he said: Abu al-Abbas, the deaf, narrated to us, he said: Ahmad ibn Abd al-Jabbar narrated to us, he said: Yunus narrated from Ibn Ishaq, he said: When Abu Dujanah took the sword from the hand of the Messenger of Allah, he drew out his red scabbard, attached it to his head, and began to rearrange between the ranks.

Ibn Ishaq said: Ja'far ibn Abd Allah ibn Aslam al-Mawla of Umar ibn al-Khattab narrated from Muawiya ibn Ma'bad ibn Ka'b ibn Malik, that the Messenger of Allah said when... (end of the narration)

Story of Abu Dujanah's Valor at the Battle of Uhud

Abu Dujanah was seen preparing himself meticulously, stating that walking in a particular manner was disliked by Allah except in such circumstances.

Abu Dujanah's Bravery Recounted

On the day of Uhud, when the enemy overcame the Muslims, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) inquired about a man to sell his life for the sake of the community. Ziyad bin Askan rose to the occasion along with five Ansar warriors, with some mistaking him for another person. They fought fiercely, one after the other, until only Ziyad or Ammarah bin Ziyad remained. Ziyad continued fighting until his wounds overcame him. When some Muslims diverted the assailants' attention, the Prophet Muhammad ordered Ziyad closer to him, where he succumbed to his injuries leaning against the Prophet's foot. The narrator added that Abu Dujanah shielded the Prophet Muhammad with his own body, taking the brunt of the attack on his back.

Additional Accounts from the Battle of Uhud

Another story from the Battle of Uhud recounts that on that day, seven Ansar warriors and two from the Quraysh were left isolated. Upon a request from the Prophet, two Ansar men valiantly fought to defend the group. Each of them was killed, after which the Prophet made the same request again, and two more Ansar warriors courageously took up the mantle, fighting until their martyrdom.

Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) Statement on the Battle of Uhud

As the battle continued and seven companions were martyred, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) turned to his companions and said, "Our companions have not been treated fairly." This narration is documented in Sahih Muslim by Hudbah ibn Khalid.

Companions Present during the Battle

During the Battle of Uhud, besides Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), only Talhah ibn Ubaydullah and Sa'd were alongside him. This information is reported in Sahih Muslim from the narration of Muhammad ibn Abi Bakr.

Explanation of Prophet's Statement

The Prophet's statement, "Our companions have not been treated fairly," implies that the Quraysh did not send their men to fight but instead, Ansar fought one by one. Jurists have noted that some interpreted the phrase as meaning those who fled from battle, highlighting their lack of fairness due to their flight.

The Battle of Uhud

Qais reported: I saw Talhah's hand being made a shield for the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) on the day of Uhud. This is reported in Sahih al-Bukhari on the authority of Abdullah ibn Abi Shaybah, through the chain of narrators including Waki'.

On that day, people abandoned the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) at Uhud, except for eleven men from the Ansar, among them Talhah ibn Ubaydullah. The polytheists pursued them, asking if anyone accompanied them. Talhah responded affirmatively, and another man from the Ansar also stepped forward to fight alongside the Prophet. As they ascended the mountain, the remaining Ansari men were killed, one by one. Each time the Prophet inquired who was with him, Talhah and others volunteered to join the fight until only Talhah remained by the Prophet's side. They were then attacked, and Talhah continued to fight bravely.

After each attack, the Prophet asked who was ready to fight, and each time Talhah responded affirmatively. Talhah fought valiantly until only he was left, standing by the Prophet's side. He fought until they were overwhelmed, proving his loyalty and courage in battle.

This incident is detailed in various Hadith collections, including Sahih al-Bukhari and is a testament to the bravery and steadfastness of Talhah ibn Ubaydullah on the battlefield.

The Story of Ka'b bin Malik Embracing Islam

Before him, his fingers were stung, so he (Ka'b) said "Hass". The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: "If you say 'Bismillah' (In the name of Allah) or mention the name of Allah, the angels would have lifted you up, and people would have watched you until you penetrate through the layers of heavens." Then the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) ascended to his companions while they were gathered. Abu Abdullah Al-Hafiz narrated to us, that Abu Abbas Muhammad bin Ya'qub told us that Ahmad bin Abdul Jabbar narrated to us, Yunus informed us, from Ibn Ishaq, who mentioned Al-Zuhri, and he said: Ka'b bin Malik, the brother of Banu Salimah, was the first to recognize the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) after the defeat, and people were saying: "The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) has been killed." I recognized his two noble eyes blossoming from beneath the helmet. I called out in a loud voice: "O Muslims, rejoice, this is the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him)." So he (the Prophet) gestured to me to be quiet. When the Muslims recognized the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him), they stood up, and along with them marched towards the tribes were Ali ibn Abi Talib, Abu Bakr Al-Siddiq, Umar ibn Al-Khattab, Talha, Zubair, and Harith ibn Asimah among a group of Muslims. When the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) reached the tribes, Ubayy bin Khalaf approached him saying, "O Muhammad, you will not escape me even if you escape." The people said, "O Messenger of Allah, should we attend to him?" He replied, "Leave him." As he (Ubayy) drew near, the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) picked up a piece of wood from Harith ibn Asimah and struck him with it. Ka'b bin Malik describes that "Hass" is a word used when a person is struck by something so hot, like a burning coal or a blow, and the like.

Encounter at the Mountain

It is narrated that when the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, was with his companions in the valley, a group of Quraysh men were on a high mountain. The Prophet, peace be upon him, raised his hands and prayed, "O Allah, it is not fitting for them to overpower us." Umar ibn al-Khattab and some Muhajirin fought the Quraysh men until they descended from the mountain. The Prophet then climbed a rock to elevate himself.

Incident with Talhah

On another occasion, the Prophet appeared between two shields, and Talhah bin Ubaydullah could not reach him. He sat beneath, and the Prophet rose until he stood on the shields, declaring, "Talhah has done right." Talhah later fought bravely, carrying the Quraysh standard.

Martyrdom of Mus'ab ibn 'Umair

Mus'ab ibn 'Umair fought bravely to protect the Prophet. He was killed by Ibn Qamiah al-Laithi who thought he had killed the Prophet. When Mus'ab fell, the Prophet honored 'Ali ibn Abi Talib with the standard.

Translation

It was narrated that Sa'd ibn Abi Talha said: Sa'd ibn Abi Waqqas said: "I aimed and hit his throat, and his tongue blazed like the tongue of a dog." Ibn Ishaq reported: Salih ibn Kaysan narrated from some of Sa'd's family that Sa'd ibn Abi Waqqas threw a spear on the day of Uhud near the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him). Sa'd said: "I saw the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) handing me the lance and saying: 'Shoot, in defense of your father and mother,' until he handed me a spear without a blade, so I threw it." Abu Ali al-Rudhbary and Abu Abdullah Hussein ibn Amr ibn Burhan al-Baghdadi narrated this. They reported from Ismail ibn Muhammad al-Saffar, who reported from Al-Hasan ibn Arafah that Marwan ibn Muawiya narrated from Hashim ibn Hashim al-Zuhri that he heard Sa'id ibn Musayyib saying: I heard Sa'd ibn Abi Waqqas saying: "The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) handed me a lance on the day of Uhud and said: 'In defense of your father and mother.'" This hadith is narrated in Sahih al-Bukhari by Abdullah bin Muhammad from Marwan bin Muawiya.

References

This narration can be found in Sahih al-Bukhari, Book of Expeditions, Chapter: When two groups of you almost faltered but Allah was their protector, Hadith no. 4055

Translation of the Classical Arabic Text

Explanation of Terms

Mujawwib: Shielded by a defensive hood to protect against the disbelievers' weapons.

Jaa'bah: A type of body armor, a shield.

Abu Talhah Al-Ansari: Zaid bin Sahl bin Al-Aswad bin Haram Al-Khazraji Al-Bukhari, one of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad, and a prominent figure during the Battle of Badr.

Abu Talhah's Valor and Role in Battles

Abu Talhah was known for his fierce archery skills; he broke two or three bows on a single day in battle. He was so skilled that people would pass him arrows, saying, "Give these to Abu Talhah." Even the Prophet Muhammad admired his skill.

During battles, Abu Talhah was exceptional. The Prophet Muhammad once said, "The voice of Abu Talhah in the army is better than a battalion" (Musnad Ahmad, al-Mustadrak).

Abu Talhah fought in significant battles such as Badr, Uhud, and Hunayn. At Hunayn, he killed twenty men and collected their armor, following the Prophet's directive that a warrior may keep what he defeats in battle.

Abu Talhah's End

When Abu Talhah passed away, his sons offered to fight on his behalf, but he refused. He fought until his death in battle at sea and was buried on an island found seven days later without any sign of decay. Known for his steadfastness, he narrated twenty-one hadiths from the Prophet Muhammad.

God's Protection and Devotion

Abu Talhah's devoutness was evident as he trusted in God's protection against enemy arrows. His steadfastness in the face of danger and his key role in important battles exemplify his dedication to his faith and community.

Hadith Narration

The hadith was narrated by Imam Bukhari in Sahih from Abu Ma'mar, from Abdul-Warith ibn Saeed. It was also narrated by Muslim from Abdullah ibn Abdur-Rahman, from Abu Ma'mar.

Chain of Narrators

Abu Amr Muhammad ibn Abdullah al-Adib informed us, saying: Abu Bakr narrated to us, Ahmad ibn Ibrahim al-Isma'ili said: Abu al-Husayn Ahmad ibn Muhammad ibn Muawiya al-Kaghdhi informed me, saying: Muhammad ibn Abdullah ibn Abi Thalj informed us, saying: Hujayn ibn al-Muthanna narrated to us, saying: Abdul-Aziz ibn Abi Salamah al-Majishun narrated, from Abdullah ibn al-Fadl al-Hashimi, from Sulaiman ibn Yasir, from Jafar ibn Amr ibn Umayyah al-Damri said: "I went out with Ubaydullah ibn Adi al-Khiyar to Ash-Sham. When we reached Hims, Ubaydullah asked me, 'Do you have a Bedouin we can ask about the killing of Hamza?' I said, 'Yes.' There was a Bedouin living in Hims, and we asked about him. We were told: 'He is there, under his palace, like so and so.' Ar-Razi said: 'Indeed, he is with me as if he were a guard.' So we went until we stood near him, walking, and we greeted him. He returned the greeting to us. Ubaydullah was covering himself with his turban such that only his eyes and feet were visible. Ubaydullah said: 'O Bedouin, do you recognize me?' The Bedouin looked at him and said, 'No, by Allah, except that I know that Adi ibn al-Khiyar married a woman known as Umm Qital bint Abi al-Iss, and she gave birth to a boy in Mecca. She suckled him, and I carried that boy along with his mother. I handed him to you as if I were looking at the soles of your feet.' Ubaydullah then uncovered his face, showing signs of grief and fear, weakening their resolve. Allah, the Exalted, revealed: 'Then, after the distress, He sent down tranquility upon you as slumber, overcoming a faction of you.' (Quran 3:154)"

Source References

Reported by Al-Bukhari in the merits of Abu Talha, in the Book of Virtues of the Ansar, Chapter on the Virtues of Abu Talha (may Allah be pleased with him), Hadith 3811, Fath al-Bari 7:128. Reported by Muslim in the Book of Jihad and Expeditions, Chapter on the Expedition of Women with Men, Hadith 136, Page 1443.

Story of Hamza's Killing

Question: Were you not going to inform us about the killing of Hamza?

Response: Yes, indeed. Hamza killed Tu'aymah ibn 'Adi ibn al-Khiyar at Badr. My master, Jubayr ibn Mut'im, told me, "If you killed Hamza to avenge my uncle, then you are a free man."

Engagement in Battle

When the people moved away from my sight, there are two mounts under Uhud, with a valley between them. I went out with the people to fight. When they lined up for battle, lions appeared. They asked, "Is there anyone for a duel?" Hamza stepped forward to him and said, "O lions, O sons of mutilated she-camels, oppose God and His Messenger!" Then he attacked him, and he was like yesterday's warrior.

I lunged at Hamza under a rock until he passed by me. When he approached me, I struck him with my spear until it went through him. That was my promise to him. When the people returned, I went with them to Makkah until Islam became apparent there. Then I went to Ta'if.

Encounter with the Messenger of Allah

A messenger was sent to the Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him, and it was said to him that he does not get angry at messengers. I went with them until I reached the Messenger of Allah, and when he saw me, he asked, "You are wild?" I replied, "Yes." He asked, "Who killed Hamza?" I answered, and he said, "You cannot hide your face from me." I returned.

Seeking Revenge for Hamza

After the Prophet passed away, Musaylimah al-Kadhdhab emerged. I said, "I will go out to Musaylimah, perhaps I will kill him and avenge Hamza." I went out with the people, and there was a man standing at a wall as if he was a raving camel. I threw my spear at him, piercing it between his ribs until it came out through his shoulder, and someone from the Ansar struck him with a sword on his neck.

It was said that a girl on the top of a house stated, "The Commander of the Believers was killed by the black slave." It is also reported that Sa'id said, "If someone enters his religion, he should not be killed."

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Narrated Events of Hamzah's Death

It is reported that the killer of Hamzah amazed me by how he managed to escape until I was informed that he died drowned in the sea. This narration can be found in Sahih al-Bukhari from Abu Ja'far Muhammad ibn 'Abdullah, without the mention of Hujayn in the end.

Details of the Battle

Hamzah ibn 'Abd al-Muttalib fought on the day of Uhud in front of the Messenger of Allah with two swords, asserting, "I am the Lion of Allah." He fought, advancing and retreating, stumbled, and was eventually killed by Wahshi, the Ethiopian, with a spear or a lance on the day of Uhud.

Jabir's Account

In another account, it is mentioned that a man asked the Prophet on the day of Uhud: "O Messenger of Allah, if I am killed, where will I be?" The Prophet replied, "In Paradise," and the man fought until he was killed, holding the fruits he had gathered in his hands.

Source references: Bukhari, Book of Expeditions, Chapter on the Killing of Hamzah ibn 'Abd al-Muttalib, Hadith no. 4072. (Fath al-Bari 7:367-368)

Translation of the Classical Arabic Text

Qays non-Amr said: He abandoned the food of this world. This is mentioned in my book in this narration, and the correct version is Bajali, meaning a man said, "Bajali," which means "This is enough for me from the food of this world" [(42)]. This was reported in Sahih from the hadith of Sufyan ibn Uyaynah [(43)]. Abu Abdillah al-Hafiz reported to us, saying: Abu al-Abbas Muhammad ibn Ya'qub reported to us, saying: Muhammad ibn Ishaq al-Saghani informed us, saying: Abdullah ibn Bakr narrated to us, saying: Humaid reported from Anas, who said: Anas ibn al-Nadr, uncle of Anas ibn Malik, missed the Battle of Badr. When he returned, he said, "I missed the first battle fought by the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) against the polytheists. By Allah, if Allah gives me the chance to fight, Allah will see what I will do. On the day of Uhud, when the Muslims started losing ground, he prayed, 'O Allah, I disassociate myself from what these people have done - referring to the polytheists - and I seek your forgiveness for what these people - referring to the Muslims - have done,' then he walked with his sword and met Sa'd ibn Mu'adh. He said, 'O Sa'd, I swear by the One in whose hand my soul is, I can smell the fragrance of Paradise near Uhud, Oh, the fragrance of Paradise!' Sa'd responded, 'Then, O Messenger of Allah, I could not do what they did.' [(42)] This includes the poet's words on the Day of the Camel, 'We, the Banu Dabba, the companions of the camel... our sheikh responded to us, then Bajali: then it was enough.' The End [(1:98)].

This was reported by al-Bukhari in: Book of Campaigns, Chapter of the Battle of Uhud, Hadith #4046, Fath al-Bari, 7/354. It was also reported by Muslim in: Book of Governance, Chapter of the Martyr's Entitlement to Paradise, Hadith #143, p. 1509. And it was reported by al-Nasai in the Book of Jihad, Chapter of the Reward for One Killed in the Cause of Allah, from Muhammad ibn Mansur.

Anas ibn Malik's Account

Anas ibn Malik said: "We found him among those killed with eighty-three wounds: from sword strikes, lance thrusts, and arrow shots. We did not recognize him until his sister recognized him by his fingers." Anas said: "We used to say, 'This verse should be revealed about him: Among the believers are men who have been true to their covenant with Allah.' It belongs to him and his companions."

Authenticity

This account is recorded in Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim, narrated through different chains of transmission. It is also reported by Abu Abdullah Al-Hafith and Ibn Hisham.

Death of Anas ibn Malik's Relatives

Anas ibn Nadar, Anas's maternal uncle, along with Umar ibn al-Khattab and Talha ibn Ubaydullah, fought alongside other migrants and supporters until they were killed. Anas ibn Malik was then given the epithet "ibn Malik".

The Sacrifice of Amr ibn al-Jamooh and Hanthala ibn Abi Amr

Ibn Ishaq narrated: My father, Ishaq ibn Yasar, told me about the elders of the Banu Salimah who said: Amr ibn al-Jamooh had a severe limp and he had four young sons who used to accompany the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, in battles. When the Prophet intended to go to Uhud, his sons said to him: "Indeed, Allah has given you permission. If you sit back, we will defend you. Allah has relieved you from the obligation of participating in jihad." Amr then met the Prophet Muhammad and expressed his desire to be martyred with him. The Prophet responded: "Allah has exempted you from the obligation of jihad." He advised his sons to let him go, and perhaps Allah will bless him with martyrdom. Amr joined the Prophet in the Battle of Uhud and was martyred.

The Tragic End of Hanthala and Abu Sufyan

Hanthala ibn Abi Amr met Abu Sufyan ibn Harb, and when Hanthala rebuked him, Shaddad ibn al-Aswad retaliated and killed Hanthala.

The Blessed Departure of Hanthala

Asim ibn Umar ibn Qatada reported that the Prophet Muhammad said: "The angels are washing your companion," referring to Hanthala. When asked about him, his wife mentioned that he had gone out in a state of impurity when he heard the call to battle. The Prophet explained that this was why the angels washed him.

The Story of Usayrim who entered Paradise without ever performing prayer

Ibn Ishaq narrated: Al-Husayn ibn Abd al-Rahman ibn (Amr ibn) Sa'd ibn Mu'adh reported from Abu Sufyan, the freedman of Ibn Abi Ahmad, from Abu Huraira that he used to say: "Inform me about a man who entered Paradise without ever performing prayer. If the people do not recognize him, they should ask him." He said: "Usayrim (from the tribe of Banu Abd al-Ashhal: Amr ibn Thabit ibn Waqsh) said to me: 'The Islamology was averse to him. When the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, came to Uhud, he was inclined towards Islam, so he embraced Islam, then he took his sword and went out to fight the people. He fought until he was severely wounded. The men of Banu Abd al-Ashhal went out to look for their men, they found him among the slain in his last breath. They said: 'By Allah, we have pledged to you and you used to deny this tradition, so what brought you here? Was it a desire in Islam or a grievance against your people?' He said to them: 'I came desiring Islam and what you see has befallen me.' They did not leave him until he died. They asked the Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him, about him, and he said: 'He is one of the people of Paradise.' This has been transmitted in its entirety."

Amr ibn Uqays Embracing Islam on the Day of Uhud

Abu Bakr ibn Dasa narrated: Abu Dawud reported to us from Musa ibn Ismail, from Hammad, from Muhammad ibn Amr, from Abu Salamah, from Abu Huraira, that Amr ibn Uqays had a group in the pre-Islamic era and he disliked embracing Islam until he could overtake it. He came on the day of Uhud and asked: 'Where are the sons of my people?' They said: 'At Uhud.' He asked: 'Where is so-and-so?' They said: 'At Uhud.' He asked: 'Where is so-and-so?' They said: 'At Uhud.' So, he wore his armor, mounted his horse, then turned towards them. When the Muslims saw him, they said: 'We entrust you to him, O Amr.' He said: 'I have indeed believed,' and fought beyond that.

Story of Sa'd ibn Mu'adh (may Allah be pleased with him)

Until he was wounded, and was carried to his people wounded. Then Sa'd ibn Mu'adh came and said to his sister: "Ask him whether he is feeling this pain on behalf of his people, or out of anger towards them, or is it anger for the sake of Allah the Almighty?" She replied: "It is indeed anger for the sake of Allah the Almighty and His Messenger." He then died and entered Paradise without offering prayer.

Hadith Transmission Chain:

• Abu Bakr Muhammad ibn Ahmad ibn Balawayh narrated to us.
• Muhammad ibn Musa al-Basri narrated to us.
• Abu Salih Abdur-Rahman ibn Abdullah al-Tawil narrated to us.
• Ma'n ibn Isa narrated from Makhrama ibn Bukayr from his father from Abu Hazim from Kharijah ibn Zaid ibn Thabit from his father who said: The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) sent me on the day of Uhud to find Sa'd ibn al-Rabi' and told me: If you find him, convey my greetings to him and ask him - how do you feel?

He said: "I went around looking for the wounded and found him in his last breath, he was struck seventy times with spear, sword, and arrow. I conveyed the message, and he responded: O Messenger of Allah, I feel the fragrance of Paradise. Tell the Ansar that they have no excuse before Allah if they abandon the Messenger of Allah while he is with them."

His soul departed - may Allah have mercy upon him.

The Prophet Muhammad's Prophecy of Martyrdom

Upon hearing that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) had been killed, one of his companions, Al-Ansari, declared: "If Muhammad has been martyred, then he has conveyed the message. So fight for your religion." The verse was revealed: "Muhammad is no more than a messenger; many were the messengers that passed away before him." (Quran, 3:144)

Abdullah ibn Amr ibn Haram's Vision

Abdullah ibn Amr ibn Haram recounted a dream he had before the battle of Uhud, where he saw a vision of Habasha ibn 'Abdul Mundhir telling him that he would join them in paradise. Even though he was killed in the battle of Badr, he was resurrected. The Prophet referred to this as a testimony.

The Story of Khaythama ibn Sa'd

Khaythama ibn Sa'd narrated to the Prophet his desire for martyrdom, mentioning the longing he felt to be reunited with his son in paradise. The Prophet prayed for him, and Khaythama was subsequently martyred in the battle of Uhud.

Story of Abdullah ibn Jahsh

Narrated by Sa'id ibn al-Musayyib, he said: Abdullah ibn Jahsh said, "O Allah, I swear to You that if I face the enemy tomorrow and they kill me, then they cut open my stomach, tear apart my nose and ears, and then ask me about that, I will say it's because of You."

Sa'id ibn al-Musayyib remarked, "I hope that Allah will pardon his last statement as He pardoned the first."

This story of Abdullah ibn Jahsh can be found in the Sunan in a hadith narrated by Ishaq ibn Sa'd ibn Abi Waqqas from his father in a connected chain.

The Prophet's Generosity at Uhud

Our elders told us that Abdullah ibn Jahsh came to the Prophet, peace be upon him, on the day of Uhud without his sword. The Prophet gave him a sword made of a date-palm leaf, and Abdullah went back holding a real sword.

[Source: The Aslami transmitted this news, with chains to his elders, and Ibn Wahb from Sa'd ibn Abi Waqqas, and Salhi in Shamila (4:322). In Al-Sunan Al-Kubra (6:307-308). As narrated by Hafiz Ibn Kathir in Al-Tarikh (4:42) from Al-Zubair ibn Bakar.]