The highlighted area, which is in the rear of Masjid-e-Nabwi is the approximate spot where existed a garden at the time of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be on him) that was owned by Abu Talha (may Allah be pleased with him). The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be on him) often visited this garden and drank the water from its well.
- It has been reported by Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) that Abu Talha owned the best gardens in Medina, and they were more numerous than those of any other Ansari. One of his gardens was known by the name of Bir Ha, and this was his most favourite resort. It was close to the Prophet’
s Masjid and the water of its well was sweet and abundant. When Allah (Glorified and Exalted is He) revealed the verse of the Quran: “
You will not attain unto piety until you spend of that which Ye love.”
[3: 92]
- Abu Talha (may Allah be pleased with him) presented himself to the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be on him) and opened his heart, “
O, Prophet of Allah! I love Bir Ha very much. As Allah wants us to spend precisely that which we love, I make over that garden to be spent in the path of Allah as you please.”
The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be on him) was very much pleased, and remarked: “
What a fine present (to Allah)! I think it would be best utilized if you distribute it among your own heirs.”
Abu Talha (may Allah be pleased with him) went and acted upon the Prophet’
s advice.
Historic photo of the well of Abu Talha (RA)
