Who is Sahabiyyah?

The Sahabiyat or Sahaba were the exalted ladies associated with the Prophet Mohammad and were propagating Islam with him. They not only devoted themselves to Islam but they also boasted of socio-political and educational achievements. They became female icons of wisdom, acumen, courage, resilience and loyalty.

How many days was Medina sieged by Qurays?

Following the retreat of the Confederate army, the Banu Qurayza neighborhoods were besieged by the Muslims. After a 25-day siege of their neighborhood, the Banu Qurayza unconditionally surrendered. When the Banu Qurayza tribe surrendered, the Muslim army seized their stronghold and their possessions for their acts.

How many companions did Prophet Muhammad have?

There were 10,000 by the time of the Conquest of Mecca and 70,000 during the Expedition of Tabuk in 630. Some Muslims assert that they were more than 200,000 in number: it is believed that 124,000 witnessed the Farewell Sermon Muhammad delivered after making Farewell Pilgrimage to Mecca.

Is Arwa a Sahabi name?

Arwa or Arwaa: If you’re looking for a modern Sahabi name for your little princess, Arwa would definitely fit the bill. Arwa bint al-Harith was Harith ibn ‘Abd al-Muttalib’s daughter and Prophet Muhammad’s cousin. The meaning of Arwa is ‘agile,’ ‘beautiful,’ or ‘gracefulness and beauty’.

Why was Banu Nadir expelled?

The account is related in Surah Al-Hashr (Chapter 59 – The Gathering) which describes the banishment of the Jewish tribe Banu Nadir who were expelled from Medina after plotting to assassinate the Islamic prophet Muhammad.

What happened Banu Qurayza?

Subsequently, the tribe was charged with treason and besieged by the Muslims commanded by Muhammad. The Banu Qurayza eventually surrendered and their men were beheaded. The historicity of this incident has been questioned by Islamic scholars of the Revisionist School of Islamic Studies and by some western specialists.

Who is the last sahabi?

After the prophet’s death in 632, Anas participated in the wars of conquest. He was the last of the prominent Companions of the Prophet to die. Anas died in 93 AH (712 CE) in Basra at the age of 103 (lunar) years.

Which sahabi is blind?

Abdullah Ibn Umm-Maktum was the son of Qays Ibn Zayd and Aatikah Bint Abdullah. He was blind by birth and hence his mother was called Umm-Maktum (Mother of the concealed one).