Historical accounts detail alleged plots to steal Prophet Muhammad's body

The article recounts alleged historical attempts by individuals with malicious intent to steal the body of Prophet Muhammad from his tomb in Medina, aiming to relocate it to Egypt, Syria, or even Europe. These alleged plots, dating back to the early 7th century Hijri, highlight a persistent, albeit fringe, historical narrative of desecration attempts.

One particularly detailed account describes how Al-Hakim al-Ubaidi, an Egyptian ruler influenced by atheists, allegedly proposed moving the Prophet's body along with those of his two companions, Abu Bakr and Umar bin Khattab. The motive, according to the narrative, was to boost Egypt's economy by attracting pilgrims. Al-Ubaidi reportedly dispatched military forces led by Abul Futuh to carry out the plan, but faced resistance and rebellion from the people of Medina, nearly resulting in Abul Futuh's death.

The narrative further claims that divine intervention, in the form of a severe sandstorm, struck Medina. This storm allegedly blinded the horses of Abul Futuh's troops, crippled them, and caused buildings to collapse, injuring or killing some soldiers. This event is presented as a sign that thwarted the plot.

Another alleged method involved a group of builders hired to tunnel from beneath the ground towards the Prophet's tomb. These individuals reportedly rented houses adjacent to the burial site and began excavating. However, their efforts were reportedly exposed when a light appeared in the darkness, alerting locals. The excavators were apprehended, tried, and allegedly sentenced to death. The article presents these accounts as historical warnings against those who would seek to disturb the sanctity of the Prophet's resting place.