Muhammad (saw) – The Perfect Man — Page 250
CHAPTER 13 Splendid Examples of Kindness to Relations by the Holy Prophet Muhammad sa 250 of proclamation of Prophethood. He used to say, "Although that branch of Quraish are not friendly towards me anymore, yet I have a blood relation with them and I would continue to discharge my obligations of relationship with them. " 18 Whenever the people of Makkah needed help from the Holy Prophet Muhammad sa he obliged them. There was famine in Makkah and its people came to him for help in the name of their relationship with him. The Holy Prophet Muhammad sa not only prayed for rain which eradicated famine, he sent relief aid from Mad i nah as well. 19 During the journey of Conquest of Makkah, (Ab u Sufy a n) Bin Ha rith, the Holy Prophet Muhammad sa 's uncle came to beg for pardon. He was Zak a t's childhood friend and was of the same age. However after the claim of Prophethood, he became a sworn enemy and tormented H u du r sa a great deal. He used to say, "I would not believe in you until you climb to the sky on a ladder and bring back a book in the company of angels, who would testify to its truth". He also composed obscene verses about the Holy Prophet Muhammad sa. During the Journey for victory of Makkah, Umme Salamah ra recommended his pardon. At first H u du r sa did not take any action on her request, but when Ab u Sufy a n sent a message that in case of refusal of forgiveness, he would starve