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After sometime, his father and mother passed away, and his uncle {Abu Talib} and I took care of him.[^7] These statements indicate that ‘Abd al-Muttalib was aware of the bright future of that orphan, and as such, he decided to entrust the child after his death to the most beloved of his sons, Abu Talib, and deprive others of this unequalled felicity.

This shows clearly that in the view of his faithful and monotheist father, Abu Talib was so faithful and upright that he was worthier than any other person to take care of the Holy Prophet (S).[^8] Now, in order to elaborate on this topic, here are some proofs that confirm Abu Talib’s faith. Proofs which confirm Abu Talib’s faith 1. Literary works of Abu Talib Muslim scholars and historians have recounted eloquent elegies from Abu Talib.

The contents of these magnificent works verify his true faith. Below are some of these works which are plenty: ليعلم خيار الناس أن محمد نبيّ كموسى والمسيح ابن مريم أتانا بهدي مثل ما أتيا به فكلّ بأمر الله يهدي ويعصم Distinguished personalities should be aware that Muhammad is a prophet like Musa (Moses) and Masih (Messiah) the son of Maryam (Mary). He has brought to us celestial radiance similar to that of these two.

Each of them guides people and keeps them away from sins through the command of Allah. [^9] ألم تعلموا أنا وجدنا محمدا رسولا كموسى خطّ في أولا الكتب وأن عليه في العباد محبة و لا حيف فيمن خّه الله بالحب Don’t you know that we consider Muhammad an apostle (of Allah) like Musa (ibn ‘Imran) and read about him in the earlier Scriptures? The people love him and it is not unfair to love someone, the love of whom Allah has in people’s hearts.

[^10] لقد أكرم الله النبيّ محمد فأكرم خلق الله في الناس أحمد وشقّ له من اسمه ليجله فذو العرش محمود وهذا محمد Allah has exalted . So, the most exalted one of the creation of Allah is Ahmad. He (Allah) has derived a name from His name so as to exalt him. So, the Owner of the Throne is the Praised One {Mahmud} and he is the Highly Praised {Muhammad}.

[^11] والله لن يصلوا ليه بجمعهم أوسّد حتى التراب في دفينا فاصدع بأمرك ما عليك غضاضة وابشر بذلك وقرمنك عيونا ودعوتني وعلمت أنك ناصحي ولقد دعوت وكنت ثمّ أمينا ولقد علمت بأنّ دين محمد من خير أديان البريّة دينا By Allah! The enemies will never harm you so long as I am alive. So, fear not, and execute that which has been entrusted to you. Be glad and let your eyes be at rest. You invited me to your creed and I knew that you are my well-wisher and you are indeed trustworthy in your invitation.