Which companion is known as the ‘flying martyr’ after losing both arms while carrying the banner at the Battle of Mu’tah?
AAbdullah ibn Rawaha (RA)
BZaid bin Haritha (RA)
CJafar ibn Abi Talib (RA)
DKhalid bin Waleed (RA)
Explanation
– Jafar ibn Abi Talib (RA) is known as the ‘flying martyr’ (Al-Tayyar) after losing both arms while continuing to carry the Muslim banner at the Battle of Mu’tah, according to tradition being granted wings in Paradise as a reward.
– He was the elder brother of Ali (RA) and had earlier led a group of early Muslims who migrated to Abyssinia to escape persecution in Makkah.
– For exams, note that Jafar ibn Abi Talib (RA) is remembered for his eloquent defense of Islam before the Negus, the ruler of Abyssinia.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Sahaba
- Subtopic: Companions

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