SALADIN AYYUBI AND SITT AL-SHAM TALE

There is a popular legend that Saladin Ayyubi fell in love with the daughter of his mentor and ally, Noor ud-Din Zangi, who was the ruler of Mosul and Aleppo in the 12th century. The girl's name was said to be Sitt al-Sham, which means "Lady of Damascus."

According to the legend, Saladin met Sitt al-Sham when he was a young soldier under the command of her father. Saladin was captivated by her beauty and intelligence, and he asked Noor ud-Din for permission to marry her. Noor ud-Din was initially hesitant, as he had other plans for his daughter's marriage, but he eventually agreed to the match after seeing the depth of Saladin's love for Sitt al-Sham.

The couple was said to have had a happy marriage, and Sitt al-Sham became a trusted advisor to Saladin during his reign as Sultan of Egypt and Syria. However, it's important to note that this story is a legend and there is no historical evidence to confirm its veracity. Nonetheless, the story has become a beloved part of popular culture and is often retold in literature and art.