In the Asir region of Saudi Arabia, an extraordinary tale of forgiveness has unfolded, one that has moved the world to tears.
A noble and respected father, Sheikh Yahya bin Qans al-Bashri al-Qahtani, unconditionally forgave the killer of his young son Bandar. He sought no blood money, no compensation and no worldly gain. He did so simply because he learned that the murderer was the only son and sole caregiver of his severely ill and elderly mother.
This compassionate father personally went to the killer’s home. When he announced the pardon before the frail mother, she collapsed to the ground, weeping uncontrollably from the overwhelming joy and shock.
Sheikh Yahya has declared that he will not accept even a single riyal for his son’s blood. The only reward he desires is from Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala alone.
SubhanAllah. In an age consumed by anger and vengeance, such a heart-stirring, faith-inspiring example of mercy truly shakes the soul.
May Allah grant peace to the departed son and immense reward to this noble father.