Sa'd (freed slave of Amr ibn Khalid) (r.a.)
The Faithful Servant, Martyr of Karbala
A devoted freed slave who accompanied his master to Karbala and achieved martyrdom fighting bravely against the enemy.
- Born
- Unknown
- Died
- 10 Muharram 61 AH (680 CE), Karbala
- Cause of death
- Martyred while fighting alongside his master in the group attack on Ashura.
Journey of Loyalty
Sa'd (also referenced as Sa'id in some texts) was the freed slave of Amr ibn Khalid al-Saydawi. True to the spirit of devotion that characterized the companions of Imam Husayn (a), Sa'd's social status as a freed slave did not diminish his profound faith and courage. He willingly accompanied his master, escaping Kufa to join the Imam's caravan. Texts cited on Al-Islam.org highlight the extraordinary bond between the master and his freedman, united in their love for the Ahl al-Bayt (a).
Role at Karbala and Martyrdom
On the Day of Ashura, Sa'd did not hold back. He stood shoulder to shoulder with his master Amr, along with Majma' and Jabir. When the group initiated their coordinated charge against the army of Umar ibn Sa'd, Sa'd fought with the bravery of a free noble. After the group was surrounded and temporarily relieved by the heroic intervention of Al-Abbas (a), Sa'd, despite severe injuries, returned to the fray. He was martyred in the same location as his master and companions, cementing his legacy as one of the eternal heroes of Karbala.