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with people to whom the oppressive opposition of the Koraysh would seem trivial (in
their opinion) but who will enjoy great honor in the sight of Allah. Take me to the
marketplace of Ukaz and show me where the Arab tribes stay, because I want to call
them to Allah and alliance so that I may preach the Message of Allah to humanity.”
Abbas agreed saying, “O my beloved nephew, proceed to Ukaz and I will accompany
you and show you where the tribes are staying.”

Upon his arrival, the Messenger of Allah, praise and peace be upon him, started first by
inviting the Thaqef to Islam, then proceeded to meet other tribes participating in the
pilgrimage that year.

The following year, the Messenger of Allah, praise and peace be upon him, met six
tribesmen from the Yathrib (Medina) tribes of Aws and Khazraj. They were As’ad son of
Zurarah, Abul Haytham son of At Tayihan, Abdullah son of Rawaha, Sa’d son of Rabee,
Nu’man son of Haritha and Ubadah son of Samit. The Messenger of Allah, praise and
peace be upon him, met these tribesemen one night at the Jamara of Aqaba at the time
when the pilgrims were staying in Mina. The Messenger of Allah, praise and peace be
upon him, invited them believe in Allah and to worship Him alone and to assist him in his