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Following the Battle of Yermuk (15 A.H / 636 CE), a decisive Muslim victory against the Byzantine Empire, Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA) made the administrative decision to replace Khalid bin Waleed (RA) as the supreme commander of the Muslim army. The new commander appointed was Abu Ubaydah ibn al-Jarrah (RA), one of the ten companions promised Paradise (Ashra Mubashra) and a highly respected leader known for his wisdom, humility, and piety.

This decision was not due to any fault or failure on Khalid bin Waleed’s part, as he had won numerous victories for Islam. Rather, Umar (RA) wanted to ensure that the Muslim Ummah understood victories come from Allah (SWT), not solely from the skills of a single general. Khalid (RA) remained a loyal soldier under Abu Ubaydah’s command, demonstrating discipline, humility, and sincerity in serving Islam.

Abu Ubaydah (RA) successfully continued the military campaigns in Syria and contributed significantly to the further expansion of the Islamic state while maintaining strong leadership qualities admired by both soldiers and civilians.

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  Event: Appointment of new commander after the Battle of Yermuk.

  
  


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  Year: 15 A.H / 636 CE.

  
  


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  Outgoing commander: Khalid bin Waleed (RA) – The “Sword of Allah.”

  
  


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  New commander: Abu Ubaydah ibn al-Jarrah (RA).

  
  


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  Reason for change: To emphasize victory is from Allah, not individuals.

  
  


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  Outcome: Continued Muslim victories under Abu Ubaydah’s leadership in Syria.

  
  


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  Legacy: Example of humility, obedience, and leadership ethics in early Islam.