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Would you give up a fortune for Islam? Over 1,400 years ago, during the historic Hijrah from Makkah to Madinah, a group of men reportedly set out seeking Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the reward offered by Quraysh. But what happened when they encountered the Messenger of Allah ﷺ would change their lives forever. Welcome to Episode 5 of Retracing the Hijrah, our 13-part Islamic history series following the reconstructed Hijrah route across Saudi Arabia through the Ala Khutah (على خطاه) experience. 🐪 100 CAMELS FOR CAPTURING THE PROPHET ﷺ During the Hijrah in 622 CE, Quraysh offered a substantial reward for capturing Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Abu Bakr as-Siddiq (RA). Some early Islamic historical reports describe a reward of 100 camels, an extremely valuable prize in Arabian society at the time. Among the remarkable stories associated with this journey is the encounter involving Buraydah ibn al-Husayb al-Aslami (RA). According to early Seerah reports, Buraydah and a group traditionally described as approximately 70 riders went out seeking the Prophet ﷺ. But after meeting the Messenger of Allah ﷺ and hearing his message, Buraydah accepted Islam. The same reports describe the men accompanying him embracing Islam as well. Instead of capturing the Prophet ﷺ, they became followers of the very Messenger they had initially sought. This remarkable account highlights the power of the Islamic message and the extraordinary events surrounding the migration from Makkah to Madinah. ⛰️ ASFAL USFAN — THE HISTORIC HIJRAH ROUTE In this episode, we’re visiting Asfal Usfan, a location associated with the wider Hijrah route through western Saudi Arabia. The region surrounding Usfan forms part of the historical landscape between Makkah and Madinah. Historical biographical sources associate Buraydah’s acceptance of Islam with Al-Ghamim, although the precise location of his encounter cannot be established with certainty. 🌙 WHAT IS ALA KHUTAH? Ala Khutah, meaning “In His Footsteps,” is a Saudi Arabian heritage tourism initiative allowing visitors to experience a reconstructed route associated with the Prophet Muhammad’s ﷺ migration. The project features an approximately 470-kilometre trail between Makkah and Madinah, with historical stations and immersive experiences inspired by events from the Seerah. Whether you’re visiting Saudi Arabia for Umrah, Hajj, or Islamic Ziyarah, this journey offers an opportunity to explore the history and landscapes associated with the Hijrah. 🎟️ EXPERIENCE THE HIJRAH ROUTE YOURSELF Want to explore the locations and stories associated with the migration of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ? Comment “HIJRAH” and I’ll send you the Ala Khutah experience link! You can also explore the experience here: https://alakhutahksa.com/?ref=ali-khan This is a referral link that may support our content. 🤍 RETRACING THE HIJRAH — EPISODE 5 Follow our journey from Makkah to Madinah as we explore the Seerah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, the sacrifices of the Sahaba (RA), and remarkable stories from early Islamic history. Subscribe to Junaid Hussain for more Madinah and Makkah discoveries, Umrah travel guides, Hijrah history, and upcoming episodes of Retracing the Hijrah. 📚 HISTORICAL REFERENCES Akhlaq al-Nabi by Abu al-Shaykh, report 788 — A historical narration describing Buraydah’s encounter with the Prophet ﷺ, the reward of 100 camels, and the group of riders. The report’s chain has been criticized. Al-Tabaqat al-Kubra by Ibn Sa’d — A historical account describing Buraydah accepting Islam during the migration. These historical reports should not be treated as having the same authenticity level as narrations established in Sahih al-Bukhari. Official Ala Khutah Project: https://alakhutahksa.com/ #Hijrah #RetracingTheHijrah #AlaKhutah #Madinah #Makkah #SaudiArabia #Umrah #Hajj #ProphetMuhammad #Buraydah #Sahaba #IslamicHistory #Seerah #HijrahRoute #AsfalUsfan #MasjidNabawi #UmrahGuide #MadinahZiyarah #IslamicShorts #VisitSaudi
