At the Battle of Badr, when Suhayl Ibn Amr, a prominent person among the Quraysh, fell into the hands of the Muslims as a prisoner, Umar ibn al-Khattab went to …
Abu Ubaydah ibn Al-Jarrah
He was described as the “amin” or custodian of Muhammad’s community. His full name was Aamir ibn Abdullah ibn al-Jarrah (may Allah be pleased with him). He was known as …
Aishah bint Abi Bakr (may Allah be pleased with her)
The life of Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her, radiallahu anha – R) is proof that a woman can be far more learned than men and that she can …
Adiyy ibn Hatim
When the Prophet (pbuh) announced openly his call to guidance and truth and Arabs from one region after another accepted his teachings, Adiyy, an Arab king who was the son …
Salim Mawlah Abi Hudayfah
In giving advice to his companions, the noble Prophet, peace be on him, once said: “Learn the Quran from four persons – Abdullah ibn Masud, Salim Mawla Abi Hudhayfah, Ubayy …
Abdur-Rahman ibn Awf
He was one of the first eight persons to accept Islam. He was one of the ten companions (al-asharatul-mubashshirin) who were assured of entering Paradise. He was one of the …
Abdullah ibn Umar
At Shaykhan, halfway between Madinah and Uhud, the thousand-strong Muslim army led by the Prophet stopped. The sun had begun to sink beneath the horizon. The Prophet dismounted from his …
Rumaysa bint Milhan
Even before Islam was introduced to Yathrib, Rumaysa was known for her excellent character, the power of her intellect and her independent attitude of mind. She was known by various …
Jafar ibn Abi Talib (r): Exemplary Interfaith Leader
Despite his noble standing among the Quraysh, Abu Talib, an uncle of the Prophet, was quite poor. He had a large family and did not have adequate means to support …
Musab Ibn Umayr (R): The Teacher Appointed by the Prophet (p)
Early Life Musab ibn Umayr was born and grew up in the lap of affluence and luxury. His rich parents lavished a great deal of care and attention on him. …