Guardianship of Abu Talib — Seal of the Prophets Vol. 1
Introduction
In this discourse from The Life & Character of the Seal of the Prophets (Volume 1), Hazrat Mirza Bashir Ahmad (ra) details the historical events and scholarly insights surrounding Guardianship of Abu Talib.
Book Series: The Life & Character of the Seal of the Prophets (Volume 1)
Author: Hazrat Mirza Bashir Ahmad (ra)
Section: IV-Early Life
Pages: Book pp. 138–138 (PDF pp. 162–162)
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Historical Account
him the special care of the child. Thereafter, Muḥammadsa began to live in the custodianship of Abū Ṭālib. Among the national duties belonging to ‘Abdul- Muṭṭalib the responsibilities of Siqāyah and Rifādah were delegated to his eldest son Zubair. Since this work required significant finances, Zubair found these responsibilities far beyond his capacity and handed them over to Abū Ṭālib. Similarly, Abū Ṭālib was also unable to cope with the financial commitment involved and therefore the task of Rifādah was transferred to the Banū Nawfal. Eventually Abū Ṭālib handed over the work of Siqāyah to his brother ‘Abbās who was considerably wealthy. At this point, it is necessary to mention that during the lifetime of ‘Abdul-Muṭṭalib, the Banū Hāshim were extremely dignified and honoured and possessed an eminent position among all the tribes of the Quraish. But after his demise, no man from the Banū Hāshim came forward who could maintain this esteem. Overall power escaped their hands and gradually the Banū Hāshim’s rival tribe, the Banū Umaiyyah, gathered strength.
Guardianship of Abū Ṭālib
Abū Ṭālib acted upon the will of his father with tremendous honesty and justice and held Muḥammadsa dearer than his own children. He would always keep the child before his eyes and during the night he would usually keep him in his company.
Book Series: The Life & Character of the Seal of the Prophets (Volume 1)
Section: IV-Early Life | Navigation: « Previous: [Demise of ‘Abdul-Muttalib] | Next: [Travel to Syria and the Incident of Bahira the Monk] »