Saud was born in "Beit Al Amir" in Kuwait on the (January 15 1902 AD) on the same day his father was able to recover Al Riyadh from Ibn Al Rashid's Deputy Ibn 'Aljlaan . The birth of Saud on this memorable day was looked upon by his father King Abdul-Aziz as a harbinger of good fortune. Saud grew up under the supervision of his father and learnt from him tribal lineages, how to sign peace agreements, and the art of wars, politics, diplomacy and administration in the traditional Arabian ways. He accompanied his father on his many expeditions and, participated in several campaigns against the enemies, during the unification stages of the Arabian Peninsula. In addition, his father would entrust him from time to time with war related or political, administrative and, diplomatic missions , where he proved himself in measuring up to his father's aspirations and even at times in surprising him by the outcome of his endeavor's. His personal courage undoubtedly contributed to the achievement of these skills, besides his humble personality and sense of humor, accompanied by great sincerity, kindness, legendary generosity and, regard for others. These qualities rendered him admiration from his friends and enemies alike, and often enabled him to win over bitter enemies and convert foes into friends. When King' Abdul 'Aziz appointed him as an heir to his throne in (1923), his famous advice to his son was that, he should always be devoted to the service of the cause of the Almighty Allah, and aspire towards raising aloft the voice of Islam and, strive hard to look after the concerns and affairs of his subjects and be truthful in word and deed. He also advised him to incline towards and respect Muslim scholars and to keep their company and listen to their advice. The young (Ameer) Saud had then pledged to his father that he would loyally abide by his words.[1]
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- ^ [1] ( 81 . P ) , I .ر v ، 1991 Archives Editions, The ruling Families Of Arabia المرجع-فهده بنت سعود