The Sword of Allah: Khalid Bin Al-Waleed

The Sword of Allah: Khalid Bin Al-Waleed is a historical biography of one of Islam's most celebrated military commanders. Written by A. I. Akram and first published in 1970, this work traces the life and campaigns of Khalid ibn al-Waleed, known as "Saifullah al-Mamsul" (the Drawn Sword of Allah) for his strategic brilliance and decisive victories across the Arabian Peninsula and the Levant during the 7th century.

Akram's account draws on primary historical sources to reconstruct Khalid's early life, his initial service to the Meccan armies, his conversion to Islam, and his subsequent role as a commander under both the Rashidun Caliphate and the Umayyad leadership. The narrative examines his military tactics, his conduct during campaigns in Iraq and Syria, and the political circumstances that shaped his career. Rather than hagiography, the text presents a nuanced portrait of a soldier whose loyalty and effectiveness made him indispensable to early Islamic expansion, while also acknowledging the complexities of his relationships with caliphs and the controversies surrounding his later life.

This biography remains a standard reference for anyone studying early Islamic military history, the Rashidun period, or the biographical traditions of Islamic historical writing. Available now with nationwide Cash on Delivery and delivery across Pakistan.

• Author: A. I. Akram
• Published: 1970
• Genre: Biography & History
• Subject: Islamic military history, 7th century Arabia and Levant