Life of the Final Messenger #22 The Slander of A’ishah (RA)

Mufti Menk

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🗓️ 11 March 2026

⏱️ 11 minutes

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Summary

In Episode 22 of Life of the Final Messenger ﷺ, we explore one of the most painful internal trials faced by the Muslim community — the slander against A’ishah (RA), the beloved wife of the Prophet ﷺ.The events begin during the expedition to Banu Al-Mustaliq. After the campaign, a series of incidents unfold that lead to a grave accusation being spread within Madinah. What began as a moment of misfortune soon turned into a severe test for the Prophet ﷺ, his family, and the entire community.As rumors spread, the believers were faced with the challenge of patience, restraint, and trust in Allah. Eventually, divine revelation was sent down declaring the innocence of A’ishah (RA), bringing clarity and justice.This episode highlights lessons about truth, the danger of rumors, and the importance of protecting the honor of others. Timestamps:00:00–01:20 Opening: A Different Test Within Madinah01:20–01:35 Intro01:35–02:35 Expedition to Banu Al-Mustaliq02:35–04:05 Juwayriyah bint Al-Harith Freed and Married04:05–04:35 A Quarrel Between the Muhajirun and Ansar04:35–04:50 The Words of Abdullah ibn Ubayy04:50–05:25 Zayd ibn Arqam Reports the Truth05:25–06:20 Aishah Left Behind in the Desert06:20–07:50 The Slander Spreads in Madinah07:50–09:25 Revelation Declares Aishah’s Innocence09:25–10:41 Closing: Lessons and the Road to Hudaybiyyah

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0:00.0	This audio is brought to you by Muslimcentral.com.
0:04.2	A quarrel broke out between an emigrant servant and an Ansari man.
0:10.5	If you are innocent, Allah will declare your innocence.
0:14.0	The Prophet Peace Be Upon Him's household was purified by the very words of the Quran
0:19.2	verses recited until the end of time.
0:22.6	Bismillah, Rahman and Rahim, my beloved brothers and sisters, not every storm comes from outside.
0:29.6	Some rise quietly from the unseen corners of the heart.
0:34.6	After trials of war and betrayal, Medina stood strong on the outside,
0:40.3	but a different test was beginning within. There were those who walked among the believers,
0:46.3	prayed beside them, spoke words of faith with their tongues, yet their hearts held a different truth.
0:55.0	This is the story of whispers, of doubt, of pride concealed beneath false humility,
1:04.0	and through it all, the messenger of Allah, peace be upon him, remained steady,
1:09.0	guiding his Ummah with patience, grace and unwavering trust in
1:14.5	Allah so come with me to the moment when the unseen became clearer and the hearts of
1:22.0	people began to reveal who they truly were.
1:47.0	The sun had risen gently over the valleys of a quiet place soon to echo with history. It was in the sixth year after Hijra when the messenger of Allah, Peace Be upon him,
1:53.0	marched against Banu'amustalik.
1:56.0	Reports had reached him that they were gathering to strike Medina. The Prophet Peace Be
2:03.2	upon him appointed Abu Zar al-Gifari. May Allah be pleased with him to watch over
2:08.7	the city and set forth. The leader of Banu'amustalik was Al-Harith
2:14.6	Ibn Abiyah Dharar, father of Jueriae Bint al-Harith.bn Abi Dharar, father of Juwairiyaa Bint al-Harith.
2:19.8	They met by a well near Qudaid.
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