Which wife of the Prophet (PBUH) was previously married to Zaid bin Haritha (RA), the Prophet’s adopted son?
AUmm Habibah (RA)
BZainab bint Jahsh (RA)
CMaimunah (RA)
DJuwayriyyah (RA)
Explanation
– Zainab bint Jahsh (RA) was previously married to Zaid bin Haritha (RA), the Prophet’s adopted son, and her subsequent marriage to the Prophet (PBUH) addressed and clarified matters relating to adoption in Islamic law.
– This marriage helped establish that an adopted son does not hold the same legal status as a biological son regarding matters of marriage, a distinction addressed directly in the Quran.
– For exams, remember that this event is referenced in Surah Al-Ahzab, verse 37, which specifically discusses this matter.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Ummahat-ul-Momineen
- Subtopic: Zainab bint Jahsh (RA)

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