Khalid RA during his childhood had a mild attack of smallpox which he survived, but it left some pockmarks on his left cheek. It is said, that in the process Omar Ibn Khattab RA got injured and broke his leg. He once wrestled with Umar Ibn Khattab RA (during the Jahiliya period) who was older than him and beat him. It is recorded that he was a strong grappler in his younger days. He was able to draw the arrow while mounted on the move with accuracy and used the spear which he used, as a strong weapon against his opponents in later years but his sword skills and speed were his forte which was a blessing from Almighty Allah.
He was born in the year 583 to the horsemen/cavalry tribe of Quraysh, from the Banu Makhzum clan, who ardently opposed Muhammed (PBUH) while he was living in Makkah.įrom an early age, he developed competent skills in cavalry and archery. His name instilled fear in all neighboring Arab states well as to Iran (Persia) and as far as Rome (Byzantine) who were the superpowers of that time. He was a leader who initiated the tactical moves in every battle and expedition and led his troops from the front. With the blessings from Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), he earned the title Saifullah (“ The Sword of Almighty Allah). Introduction - “Khalid Ibn Al-Waleed (RA)”
I unfold the story of this great Sahaba & Warrior of Islam who was named "The Sword of Allah" which would give the reader great insights to practice and inculcate for betterment. Even though most historians captured his leadership and strategic battles skills but they failed to highlight his individual brilliance as a leader who was never defeated. He was the true unsung hero who illuminated the flag of Islam.
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