Muhammad (saw) – The Perfect Man — Page 349
Muhammad sa The Perfect Man 349 perturbed at all and calmly replied, "My uncle it is not just calling them bad names, it is the truth. It is the mission for which I have been appointed. To draw people's attention to the evils, they are engrossed in and guide them to the right path. If this mission leads me to death, I am ready to die for it willingly. My life is dedicated for this cause and I cannot refrain from proclaiming truth for fear of death. O my uncle, if you are concerned about your weakness and hardship, you can absolve me from your protection but I can never stop from conveying God's message. I take oath in the name of God, if these people put the sun on my one hand and the moon on the other, I will not desist from carrying out my mission. I will continue it until God fulfils this objective or I perish in pursing it. " The Holy Prophet Muhammad sa was declaring this and his face displayed truth, light and his deep emotions. When he finished his reply, he immediately left the place. His uncle Ab u Ta lib called him from behind. When he returned he saw tears flowing down his uncle's face. At this time Ab u Ta lib addressed him with his voice drowned in emotions, "O my nephew, go and continue your mission. As long as I am alive and as far as my strength allows me. I will support you. " 19 Extreme suffering The Holy Prophet Muhammad sa suffered extreme pain and hardship in conveying the