Thus, he was like one waiting, seeking to dispute but holding back a rebellious hand, until his ill-fortune returned, his wretchedness appeared, and his assault became manifest—then he tasted his death (himamahu) and his days ended.

Indeed, the Truth has become clear through you, and the Proof has shone from you. This [right] has been disputed concerning you since the era of the Messenger of Allah. All nations find arguments for you and within you; they find signs and proofs dating back to the time of the Messenger of Allah, of which the riders speak, and which make discourse grand among the tribes and lands.

As for the Renowned Name: You have called yourself 'The Commander of the Faithful' (Amir al-Mu'minin). Others have also called themselves by this; therefore, the 'Faithful' (Mu'minin) must have an attribute by which they are known and distinguished from the 'Muslims.' What is the proof of that, O Commander of the Faithful?"

The Commander of the Faithful—Glorified be His Might—replied to him in the Himyarite tongue: "O brother of Himyar "Have you not heard the word of Allah the Exalted and what He recited in His Mighty Book, where He says: {The bedouins say, 'We have believed.' Say, 'You have not [yet] believed; but say [instead], "We have submitted," for faith has not yet entered your hearts'} ¹ ?