But in case he was only a man with worldly ambitions of power and pelf...

But in case he was only a man with worldly ambitions of power and pelf, then he would cooperate with him to the extent of the common benefits of both. He entered the Mosque of Medina and saluted to the Prophet. The Prophet accorded him due respect and took him to his house. 3 4 On their way a haggard woman caught hold of the garmet of the Prophet and entered into a dis- cussion with him. A long time passed; and the Prophet answered all her questions with kindness and patience.