Ali bin Husayn (may Allah have mercy on him) said: Marwan bin Hakam said: "I have not seen anyone more dominant than Ali bin Abi Talib (may Allah be pleased with him)." When the Battle of Jamal began and the people of Basra were defeated, Ali (may Allah be pleased with him) made an announcement: "Whoever retreats shall not be killed, whoever lays down his weapon is safe, and whoever closes his door is secure." Then I sought safety from him and pledged allegiance.
Hadith Referenceسنن سعید بن منصور / كتاب الجهاد / 4123
Hadith Gradingمحدثین:إسناده حسن
Hadith Takhrij«إسناده حسن، وأخرجه سعيد بن منصور فى «سننه» ترقيم الدرالسلفية برقم:، 2947، 2950، والبيهقي فى«سننه الكبير» برقم: 16843، 16845، 16846، 16847، وعبد الرزاق فى «مصنفه» برقم: 18590، وابن أبى شيبة فى «مصنفه» برقم: 33950، 33952، 38933، 38945، 38971، 38980»