The story of Muslim ibn Awsajah al-Asadi, one of the brave companions of Imam al-Husayn (a), is a profound example of the power of brotherhood and solidarity.
Muslim ibn 'Awsajah al-Asadī, whose kunyah is Abū Hajl (or Hajal), was a brave and pious individual and one of the most eminent com- panions of Imam al-Husayn (a) during the event of Karbala.
He played an important part in the mission of Muslim ibn 'Aqil in Kufa, but when the uprising collapsed, he joined Imam al-Husayn (a) in Karbala, serving the Imam (a) with devotion.
His loyal speech on the night of Ashura, after the Imam (a) had suggested to his companions that they depart from him, indicates the strength of his faith and his deep love and attachment to the Ahl al-Bayt (a).
Despite the overwhelming odds and the collapse of the uprising in Kufa, Muslim ibn Awsajah chose to stand by Imam al-Husayn (a) in Karbala. His loyalty and commitment to his companions and to the righteous cause teach us the importance of supporting each other, especially in times of adversity.
al-Malhüf: Muslim ibn 'Awsajah entered the battlefield and fought with determination and fortitude in the face of great odds. Finally, he fell to the ground, close to death. Al-Husayn (a) arrived at his side accompanied by Habib ibn Muzāhir.
Al-Husayn (a) said to him, "May God have mercy on you, O Muslim." Then he recited, "Among them is the one who has fulfilled his vow [to the death], and among them is the one who waits [his turn], and they have not altered [in their commitment] at all."
Habib came close to him and said, "By God, your passing is hard for me to see, O Muslim. Well done for attaining paradise."
Muslim responded in a weak voice, "May God give you good tid- ings also."
Then Habib said to him, "If I weren't going to follow your path in a short time myself, I would have asked you to inform me all your last wishes."
Muslim replied, "My last request from you is about this man" - and he pointed with his hand at al-Husayn (a) - "and to fight in his defence, until death overcomes you."
In his final moments, Muslim ibn Awsajah's testament to his close friend, Habib ibn Madhahir, to stay with Imam al-Husayn (a) and fight by his side until death, is a powerful reminder of the strength that comes from unity and solidarity.
Karbala teaches us that true brotherhood means standing together, supporting each other, and being unwavering in our commitments. Let us carry forward this lesson of solidarity in our own lives, standing by our friends, family, and community in times of need.