Among these people was Abū-Mūsa al-Ash`ari as well.

Among these people was Abū-Mūsa al-Ash`ari as well. When Busr heard that even Abū-Mūsa had run away because of fear, he said that at least he should not have any fear! One who had deposed `Ali (a.s) despite being his own nominee, he cannot be killed! Busr threatened and frightened the people of Makkah and addressed them thus, “We thank Allah that He has given us control and authority! Our enemies have been shamed by Him! Look at Ibn Abi-Talib! He is sitting in an insignificant corner of Iraq!

The areas of his own realm are shrinking for him! Allah has given retribution for his sins!…