Hydarnes the Younger vs Jafar ibn Abi Talib

Hydarnes the Younger was a Persian commander who led forces in Ionia during the Peloponnesian War. He was involved in operations against Greek city-states, supporting Persian interests in the region.

Hydarnes the Younger engaged in diplomatic negotiations with Spartan envoys, seeking to align Persian and Spartan interests against Athens. These talks led to the Treaty of Miletus, which provided Persian financial support to Sparta in exchange for recognition of Persian claims in Asia Minor.

Hydarnes the Younger died around 410 BC. His career exemplified the Persian strategy of using diplomacy and financial support to influence Greek affairs, a policy that continued under subsequent satraps.

Jafar ibn Abi Talib was among the early converts to Islam, accepting the faith shortly after his brother Ali. He was a respected member of the Banu Hashim clan and faced persecution from the Quraysh.

Jafar ibn Abi Talib led the second group of Muslim emigrants to Abyssinia. He successfully argued before the Negus for the Muslims' protection, reciting verses from the Quran and securing asylum for the community.

Jafar ibn Abi Talib returned from Abyssinia to Medina in 628. He immediately joined the Muslim army at the Battle of Khaybar, where he fought alongside Muhammad and demonstrated his military prowess.

Jafar ibn Abi Talib was the second commander killed at the Battle of Mutah after Zayd ibn Harithah. He took the banner and fought fiercely until he was killed, his body reportedly found with over 90 wounds. He was later called 'the flying one' for his martyrdom.