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Ummul-Mu’minīn (RA) (Wives of Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (ﷺ)
6. Companions of Prophet ﷺ (Sahabah RA)
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Question 200:
Who are referred to as Ummul Mu’minīn in Islam?
Answer:
Wives of the Prophet ﷺ
The title Ummul Mu’minīn (Mothers of the Believers) is given to the wives of the Prophet ﷺ, honoring their status in the Ummah. His daughters or sisters are respected but not given this title. The phrase comes directly from the Qur’an (33:6).
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201:
Which wife of the Prophet ﷺ was known as Umm al-Masakeen (Mother of the Poor)?
Answer:
Zainab bint Khuzaymah
Zainab bint Khuzaymah (RA) was called Umm al-Masakeen due to her generosity and compassion toward the poor. The others were also virtuous but not given this specific title. She passed away only months after her marriage to the Prophet ﷺ.
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202:
Which wife of the Prophet ﷺ was the last to pass away?
Answer:
Umm Salma
Umm Salma (RA) outlived all other wives of the Prophet ﷺ and passed away in 62 A.H. She even witnessed the tragedy of Karbala. Ayesha died earlier in 58 A.H.
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203:
Who was entrusted with the compiled Qur’an after Abu Bakr?
Answer:
Hafsa
Hafsa (RA), daughter of Umar ibn al-Khattab, was given the compiled Qur’an after Abu Bakr’s time. Uthman later used her copy to standardize Qur’anic manuscripts. This shows women’s role in preservation.
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204:
When did Khadija (RA) pass away?
Answer:
10 Ramadhan, 10 Nabawi
Khadija (RA) passed away on 10th Ramadhan, 10 Nabawi, in the “Year of Sorrow.” Other dates are linked to different events. Her death deeply grieved the Prophet ﷺ.
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205:
Where was Khadija (RA) buried?
Answer:
Hujun above Makkah
Khadija (RA) was buried at al-Hujun cemetery above Makkah. The others are resting places of other companions. Her grave remains a visited site.
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206:
In whose house did the Prophet ﷺ spend his last days?
Answer:
Ayesha’s
The Prophet ﷺ spent his last days in the cottage of Ayesha (RA). He was nursed by her until his final moments. This shows her closeness to him.
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207:
How old was Khadija (RA) when she passed away?
Answer:
65
Khadija (RA) died at the age of 65. The other numbers are not accurate. She had supported the Prophet ﷺ throughout the early mission.
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208:
Who is regarded as the Prophet’s last wife?
Answer:
Umm Maimuna
Umm Maimuna (RA) was the last wife of the Prophet ﷺ. Some reports mention Juwayriya, but consensus leans toward Umm Maimuna. She lived many years after him.
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209:
To which tribe did Khadija (RA) belong?
Answer:
Banu Asad
Khadija (RA) belonged to the tribe of Banu Asad, part of the larger Quraysh. The other clans are linked with different companions. Her noble lineage added to her standing.
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210:
Who was the first woman to lead an army in Islam?
Answer:
Ayesha
Ayesha (RA) led during the Battle of Jamal (Camel). The others did not lead troops. This event remains historically significant.
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211:
Which wife narrated the most hadith?
Answer:
narrated over 2,000 hadith, making her the most prolific among the wives. The others narrated fewer but still significant traditions. Her scholarship was unmatched.
Ayesha (RA) narrated over 2,000 hadith, making her the most prolific among the wives. The others narrated fewer but still significant traditions. Her scholarship was unmatched.
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212:
Who was the Prophet’s second wife?
Answer:
Sauda
After Khadija, the Prophet ﷺ married Sauda bint Zam‘a (RA). The others became wives later. She was known for her devotion and kindness.
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213:
Which wife of the Prophet ﷺ was married to him by divine revelation?
Answer:
Zainab bint Jahsh
The marriage of Zainab bint Jahsh (RA) was commanded directly by Allah in Surah Ahzab. The others were married for social or political reasons. This marriage refuted pre-Islamic adoption rules.
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214:
Which daughter of Umar ibn al-Khattab married the Prophet ﷺ?
Answer:
Hafsa
Hafsa (RA), daughter of Umar, was married to the Prophet ﷺ after her widowhood. The others were daughters of the Prophet himself. Her marriage strengthened ties with Umar.
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215:
Who was the first to read Salah among the Ummah?
Answer:
Khadija
Khadija (RA) was the first woman to pray Salah in Islam. Ali (RA) was the first male child, Abu Bakr the first adult male. This shows her early devotion.
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216:
Which wife of the Prophet ﷺ was alive at the tragedy of Karbala?
Answer:
Umm Salma
Umm Salma (RA) lived to witness Karbala and mourned the martyrdom of Husayn (RA). The others had passed away before. Her longevity gave her a unique historical role.
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217:
Who was the daughter of Abu Sufyan and also a wife of the Prophet ﷺ?
Answer:
, daughter of Abu Sufyan, was married to the Prophet ﷺ. Safiyya was from Banu Israel, Hafsa from Umar’s family, and Zainab from Banu Asad.
Umm Habiba (RA), daughter of Abu Sufyan, was married to the Prophet ﷺ. Safiyya was from Banu Israel, Hafsa from Umar’s family, and Zainab from Banu Asad.
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218:
Which wife of the Prophet ﷺ migrated both to Abyssinia and Madinah?
Answer:
Umm Habiba
Umm Habiba (RA) migrated to both Abyssinia and later Madinah, showing her resilience. The others had different migration paths. Her marriage strengthened ties with Quraysh.
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219:
Which wife of the Prophet ﷺ was a descendant of Haroon (AS)?
Answer:
Safiyya
Safiyya (RA) was of Jewish origin, descended from Haroon (AS). She accepted Islam after the Battle of Khyber. The others had Qurayshi lineage.
