Islamic Fact Book #12 What companion of Prophet SAW was awarded with the title of “The Sword of Allah”?
Khalid Bin Waleed (R.A)
On his return to Madinah, Hazrat Muhammad SAW appointed Hazrat Khalid bin Waleed (R.A) as a commander of the Muslim army based on his military prowess and gave him the title of Saif Allah (Sword of God). Up until Hazrat Muhammad’s (PBUH) passing in 632 AD, Khalid helped the Muslims capture Mecca, Yalamlam, and Tabuk thus, solidifying the Islamic state under Muhammad.