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Khālid ibn al-Walīd (died 642) was one of the two generals (with ʿAmr ibn al-ʿĀṣ) of the enormously successful Islamic expansion under the Prophet Muhammad and his immediate successors, Abū Bakr and ʿUmar.
Widely regarded as one of the most consequential Muslim military leaders of all time, Khalid ibn al-Walid ibn al-Mughira al-Makhzumi was an Arab Muslim commander in the service of the prophet Muhammad and the caliphs Abu Bakr (r. 632–634) and Umar (r. 634–644).
Apr 6, 2024 · The Lineage of Khalid ibn al-Walid. He is the esteemed companion Khalid ibn al-Walid ibn al-Mughira ibn Abd Allah ibn Makhzum ibn Yaqzah ibn Murrah ibn Ka'b ibn Lu'ay ibn Ghalib, known as Abu Suleiman. His mother was Lubaba bint al-Harith, the sister of Umm al-Mu'minin Maimuna bint al-Harith.
After his acceptance of the Faith, Khalid ibn AI-Waleed was the champion of many a decisive battle in favour of Islam, such as the battle against Musaylimah the Imposter and the battle of Yarmauk against the Roman Empire’s army in Syria. In fact, the reader of history will find that Khalid ibn Al-Waleed was a military strategist and commander ...
Apr 23, 2022 · Khalid ibn al-Walid ibn al-Mughira al-Makhzumi (Arabic: خالد بن الوليد بن المغيرة المخزومي, died 642) was an Arab Muslim commander in the service of the Islamic prophet Muhammad and the Rashidun caliphs Abu Bakr (r. 632–634) and Umar (r. 634–644).
Jun 19, 2017 · Initially an enemy of the Muslim army, how did Khalid ibn al-Walid the fierce warrior from Quraysh become one of Islam’s greatest military leaders of all time, earning a title by Prophet Mohammed as the "Sword of Allah"? Before his conversion to Islam, Khalid was behind the bitter defeat of the Muslim army in the battle of Uhud.
Mar 29, 2024 · Khalid ibn al-Walid, known as the Sword of Allah (Saifullah) stands among the most illustrious figures in Islamic history. His life marked by remarkable transitions, unparalleled bravery, and unwavering faith, provides a profound narrative of redemption, loyalty, and heroism.
Jun 25, 2020 · Khalid ibn al-Walid (d. 642 CE), a prominent Muslim strategist, played a pivotal role in this fight by crushing the strongest opposition force under an imposter (false prophet) named Musaylimah in December, 632 CE, at the Battle of al-Yamama.
Jan 23, 2023 · In time, Khalid ibn al-Walid crossed over, converted to Islam, and received the honorific title of Sayf Allah, meaning “the Sword of God”. By 633 CE, he was already raiding Persian Mesopotamia (present-day Iraq) and making good progress, at that.
Learn about the military genius, contributions and legacy, and unexpected death of Khalid ibn al-Walid (ra).
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