Abu 'Ubaidah bin Al-Jarrah was among brave men who embraced Islam in Makkah when Prophet Muhammad was struggling to convince the people of Makkah about the authenticity of the religion he was preaching. He was one of the strongest men of character who were given the great tidings of Paradise by Prophet Muhammad (S). His love for Allah and Muhammad was greater than everything as he bravely faced non-believers in almost all battles. It is worthwhile to know about the incidents of his life and the traits of his personality.

The Prophet Muhammad (S) publicly named ten men who he himself guaranteed would be in Paradise in the hereafter. One of these fortunate men was Abu 'Ubaidah bin Al-Jarrah (R). He was one of amongst who accept Islam in its early days in Makkah. He took part in the migrations to Ethiopia and Al-Madinah, for the sake of preserving his faith. He fought in all the major battles of Islam and spent most of his life as a soldier fighting for the cause of Islam. He even killed his own father in battle when his father vowed to slay him for accepting Islam. Praising his character, the Prophet(S) said:
"Every Ummah has a trustworthy man; Abu 'Ubaidah is the trustworthy man of this Ummah."

 

 

Golden Series of the Prophets Companions Sample Pages

107) Abu Dhar Al-Gifari (R): Page 1

 

Other Sources:

Allah Forgives the True Believers - Surah Taha Verse 82, Quran

Allah gives life to the dead and all things - Surah Hajj Verse 6 Quran