The Hijrah of the Messenger of Allah
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The Messenger of Allah went to Abu Bakr to tell him, 'Allah has given me permission to emigrate.'
Abu Bakr exclaimed, 'In company, Messenger of Allah?
'In company,' replied the Messenger of Allah, and Abu Bakr wept for joy.
Abu Bakr brought two camels which he had in readiness for the journey and hired Abdullah ibn Urayqit to act as their guide. Over the years, the Messenger of Allah had developed such a reputation for honesty that the unbelieving Quraysh would deposit their valuables with him, certain that they would be safe. This day he charged Ali with the responsibility for returning all the property to its rightful owners.