LETTER TO THE PEOPLE OF TIHAMA RANGE


In the name of Allah, the Compassionate, the Merciful.



From Muhammad, Prophet of Allah



To the free people of Allah



All those who believe in Allah, offer prayers, and pay Zakat are free from bondage. Muhammad (S.A.W.) is their ruler. They shall not be sent back, except to their own tribes and they shall not be answerable for their past crimes. The people from whom their debt is due, shall be made to pay it.



These people shall not be subjected to any oppression or outrage. Whoever embraces Islam, shall be the responsibility of Allah and Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) in all the matters mentioned above.



May peace be on you.'



Seal: Allah's Prophet Muhammad



Note: As mentioned earlier, Tihama is a long valley lying between the Red Sea and Serat Hill. In the mountain range of Tihama lived people belonging to a number of Arabian tribes. They had no regular occupation or calling, but resorted to looting and waylaying. They sent a delegation to the Holy Prophet (S.A.W.) who assured them that their past crimes would be condoned and their slaves would be free.