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As time passed, Abd Al Muttalib's character continued to grow in both integrity and
honor; the people of Mecca loved him and without doubt he lived up to and surpassed
the expectations of his uncle. From an early age he had displayed strong capabilities of
just leadership. His uncle had taught him the importance of administering the rights of
pilgrims and he diligently assisted his uncle in its preparation.

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Several years after his arrival in Mecca, Abd Al Muttalib's uncle passed away. No one in
Mecca disputed his nephew's qualifications to succeed him. In fact many Meccans were
of the opinion that Abd Al Muttalib surpassed both his father and uncle in fulfilling the
duties of Custodian of the House of Allah with all its weighty responsibilities and so it
was that Abd Al Muttalib became the new Custodian of the House of Allah.

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