And this army included among other companions...

And this army included among other companions, Umar, Abu Bakr and other senior people and all were obliged to accept the leadership of this lad.” When the haughty caliph heard this reply he was astonished at the intelligence, wit and wisdom of this young man. He said, “Bravo! You indeed deserve to walk before these scholars.” At that time Ayaz was only seventeen. Back Index Next Previous…