Islam - Its Meaning for Modern Man — Page 30
30 “Surely, God will never suffer thee to fail,” was Khadeeja’s comforting response. “Thou art kind and considerate toward thy kin. Thou helpest the poor and forlorn and bearest their burdens. Thou strivest to restore the high moral qualities that thy people have lost. Thou honorest the guest and goest to the assistance of those in distress. ” Khadeeja’s observations on this occasion throw a flood of light on the Prophet’s character as observed by his closest and most intimate companion. The honest testimony of husband or wife with regard to the character and disposition of the other is of the utmost value, for no other person has the opportunity of making so accurate an estimate based upon close observation and personal experience. Khadeeja suggested that Muhammad go with her to her aged cousin Waraqa, who was a Christian hermit, and relate the experience to him. When Waraqa heard the account of the incident he observed: “The Angel that descended on Moses has descended on thee. I wish I would be alive to give thee my support when thy people turn thee out. ” “And will they turn me out?” Muhammad exclaimed in surprise. “Never has that come to any which has come to thee but that his people have turned against him,” Waraqa replied.