Hazrat Saib Bin Aqra r.a


Saib Bin Aqra’

It is reported by Saib bin Aqra’ that Hadhrat Umar made him the governor of Mada’ih. Once while he was sitting in the Kisra’s palace, his eyes fell upon a picture. He realised that the picture was gesturing towards a certain place. Hadhrat Saib says that he understood the picture to be gesturing towards some form of treasure. So he proceeded to dig up that place and discovered great treasure. He informed Hadhrat Umar of his find and also explained that it was something that Allah had bestowed on him alone without the help of the Muslims. Hadhrat wrote back to him saying you are the Amir from amongst the Amir of the Muslims. So distribute the wealth amongst the Muslims. (Hayatus Sahabah)

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