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<blockquote data-quote="Myst" data-source="post: 34452" data-attributes="member: 24"><p>By the logic that prophet muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), we could also say that the prophets moses and joshua (peace be upon them) were warlords too, they both led people and armies.</p><p></p><p><strong>Was the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) a warlord?:</strong></p><p>Absolutely not.</p><p>According to Google, a warlord is defined as:</p><p>"a military commander, especially an aggressive regional commander with individual autonomy."</p><p>Let's break this down.</p><p></p><p><em><strong>1- A military commander?</strong></em></p><p>The army at Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) disposal consisted of all the able-bodied Muslim men of Medina, not trained soldiers specialized for the purpose of warfare. Hence, it would be a stretch to consider it a militia.</p><p></p><p><em><strong>2- Aggressive regional commander?</strong></em></p><p>All of the wars that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) participated in were either defensive or the result of a broken treaty that Islam strictly forbids, never offensive. This is because Allah SWT said in the Quran that the first priority should always be to establish peace. This is why Medina has so many treaties with neighboring Jewish or pagan tribes, to maintain peace and prevent war.[2:190] “You may fight in the cause of GOD against those who attack you but do not aggress. GOD does not love the aggressors.”[2:193] “You may also fight them to eliminate oppression, and to worship GOD freely. If they refrain, you shall not aggress; aggression is permitted only against the aggressors.”As evident from the verses mentioned above, unprovoked aggression is not permitted in Islam.</p><p></p><p><em><strong>3- Individual autonomy</strong></em>**:**</p><p>Did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) have individual autonomy over his people? Absolutely.</p><p>Was it a result of his ferocity in battle and dominance in war or his reputation as you put it "as a warlord"? Absolutely not.</p><p>The first decade of his Prophethood was filled with what can only be referred to as "torture". He was excommunicated, stones were thrown at him until his sandals were filled with blood, garbage was dumped on him, many attempts were made to kill him and countless other atrocities were committed against him. But he remained steadfast to the message of Islam.</p><p>Despite this, he continued to preach the message of Allah and it was not until Allah commanded him to migrate to Medina, that he left Mecca. The people of Medina welcomed him with open arms and declared him their leader before he ever took part in a military campaign or battle. They gave him individual autonomy because of his Prophethood, the message he preached, and the virtues he upheld.In conclusion, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was not a warlord, and similar words with a negative connotation should not be attributed to his name.</p><p></p><p><strong>Did he have an army?</strong></p><p>Answered above.</p><p></p><p><strong>Did he wear armor and weapons?</strong></p><p>Yes, however, it was not a matter of choice rather a matter of necessity. The Muslims were a minority in the Arabian peninsula hence, they feared attacks from other Arabian tribes who wished to subdue them. Rightfully so, as evident by the countless invasions and raids targeted against them. As mentioned earlier, Islam promotes peace but in the face of aggression, it commands them to be strong and to be ready to fight, as it should be.</p><p></p><p><strong>Did he have a court and castle?</strong></p><p>No, despite his influence, he never used it to live a life of grandeur and luxury. If you read about the Seerat-e-Nabwi (Life of the Prophet Muhammad) you'll see that throughout his life he lived frugally. He only possessed what he required and gave the rest away. He considered things like castles that befit royalty, a waste of money that could be used to help the poor.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Myst, post: 34452, member: 24"] By the logic that prophet muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), we could also say that the prophets moses and joshua (peace be upon them) were warlords too, they both led people and armies. [B]Was the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) a warlord?:[/B] Absolutely not. According to Google, a warlord is defined as: "a military commander, especially an aggressive regional commander with individual autonomy." Let's break this down. [I][B]1- A military commander?[/B][/I] The army at Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) disposal consisted of all the able-bodied Muslim men of Medina, not trained soldiers specialized for the purpose of warfare. Hence, it would be a stretch to consider it a militia. [I][B]2- Aggressive regional commander?[/B][/I] All of the wars that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) participated in were either defensive or the result of a broken treaty that Islam strictly forbids, never offensive. This is because Allah SWT said in the Quran that the first priority should always be to establish peace. This is why Medina has so many treaties with neighboring Jewish or pagan tribes, to maintain peace and prevent war.[2:190] “You may fight in the cause of GOD against those who attack you but do not aggress. GOD does not love the aggressors.”[2:193] “You may also fight them to eliminate oppression, and to worship GOD freely. If they refrain, you shall not aggress; aggression is permitted only against the aggressors.”As evident from the verses mentioned above, unprovoked aggression is not permitted in Islam. [I][B]3- Individual autonomy[/B][/I]**:** Did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) have individual autonomy over his people? Absolutely. Was it a result of his ferocity in battle and dominance in war or his reputation as you put it "as a warlord"? Absolutely not. The first decade of his Prophethood was filled with what can only be referred to as "torture". He was excommunicated, stones were thrown at him until his sandals were filled with blood, garbage was dumped on him, many attempts were made to kill him and countless other atrocities were committed against him. But he remained steadfast to the message of Islam. Despite this, he continued to preach the message of Allah and it was not until Allah commanded him to migrate to Medina, that he left Mecca. The people of Medina welcomed him with open arms and declared him their leader before he ever took part in a military campaign or battle. They gave him individual autonomy because of his Prophethood, the message he preached, and the virtues he upheld.In conclusion, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was not a warlord, and similar words with a negative connotation should not be attributed to his name. [B]Did he have an army?[/B] Answered above. [B]Did he wear armor and weapons?[/B] Yes, however, it was not a matter of choice rather a matter of necessity. The Muslims were a minority in the Arabian peninsula hence, they feared attacks from other Arabian tribes who wished to subdue them. Rightfully so, as evident by the countless invasions and raids targeted against them. As mentioned earlier, Islam promotes peace but in the face of aggression, it commands them to be strong and to be ready to fight, as it should be. [B]Did he have a court and castle?[/B] No, despite his influence, he never used it to live a life of grandeur and luxury. If you read about the Seerat-e-Nabwi (Life of the Prophet Muhammad) you'll see that throughout his life he lived frugally. He only possessed what he required and gave the rest away. He considered things like castles that befit royalty, a waste of money that could be used to help the poor. [/QUOTE]
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