4. It was also not the case that the army, especially the learned

people had forced Ali~ to accept the proposal, as is mentioned in general narratives, but contrary to it, the most distinguished persons of his army came to him with swords in their hands and asked his permission to fight. But Ali ~ didn't give them permission. Even Sahl bin Hunaif, the right hand of Ali ~' explained the army that the Book of Allah has been made judge in this matter, so nothing else can be adopted nor any opinion can be considered. He gave the reference of the Hudaibiyah Treaty in this regard. History of Islam