Sahaba & Ahl-e-Bayt MCQs With Answers
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Khadijah bint Khuwaylid (RA) was a successful businesswoman who married the Prophet (PBUH) and was the first person to accept Islam.
Which of the Prophet’s (PBUH) uncles was a devoted early Muslim known as the “Lion of Allah”?
Hamza (RA) was known for his bravery and was martyred at the Battle of Uhud.
Which of the Prophet’s (PBUH) daughters was married to Hazrat Ali (RA)?
Fatimah (RA), the Prophet's youngest daughter, married Hazrat Ali (RA), and their descendants are known as Sadaat.
What was the name of the standard-bearer and close companion who was Islam’s first freed-slave caller to prayer?
Bilal ibn Rabah (RA), a formerly enslaved Abyssinian, became Islam's first muezzin, chosen for the beauty of his voice and his devotion.
What were the local converts of Madinah who supported the migrating Muslims called?
"Ansar" (the Helpers) refers to the residents of Madinah who welcomed and supported the "Muhajireen" (migrants) from Makkah.
What is the term for the Makkan Muslims who migrated to Madinah with the Prophet (PBUH)?
"Muhajireen" (the Emigrants) left their homes, wealth, and families in Makkah to preserve their faith and join the Prophet (PBUH) in Madinah.
Who was the first person to accept Islam?
Hazrat Khadijah (RA), the Prophet's wife, is widely regarded as the very first person to embrace Islam, immediately believing in his message.
Who was the first free adult male to accept Islam?
Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) is traditionally recognized as the first adult free man to accept Islam, becoming one of the Prophet's closest and most trusted companions.
Who was the Prophet’s (PBUH) youngest and most beloved daughter?
Fatimah (RA) is often given the title "Sayyidat Nisa al-Alameen" (Leader of the Women of the Worlds) in Islamic tradition.
Who was Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) freed servant and adopted son, an early and devoted convert?
Zaid ibn Harithah (RA) was freed by the Prophet (PBUH), who treated him like a son, and he is the only companion mentioned by name in the Quran.
Which Persian companion suggested digging a trench to defend Madinah during the Battle of the Trench?
Salman al-Farsi (RA) introduced this Persian military tactic, which was unfamiliar to the Arabs but proved highly effective in defending the city.
Which two grandsons of the Prophet (PBUH), sons of Ali (RA) and Fatimah (RA), are especially honored in Islamic history?
Hassan (RA) and Hussain (RA) were deeply loved by the Prophet (PBUH), who often referred to them as the leaders of the youth of Paradise.
Which companion is known as the “Sword of Allah” for his military skill?
Khalid ibn al-Walid (RA), given the title "Saifullah" (Sword of Allah), was an undefeated military commander in numerous key battles.
Who was the trusted companion given the title “Ameen-ul-Ummah” (Trustee of the Nation)?
Abu Ubaidah ibn al-Jarrah (RA) was renowned for his integrity and was entrusted by the Prophet (PBUH) with this honored title.
What honorific title is given to the wives of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
"Ummahat-ul-Mumineen" means "Mothers of the Believers," a title given in the Quran (33:6) to the Prophet's wives out of respect for their unique status.
How many wives is Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) generally recorded to have had?
Islamic tradition generally records 11 wives (Ummahat-ul-Mumineen) over the course of his life, most of the marriages taking place in Madinah after Khadijah's (RA) death.
Which of the Prophet’s (PBUH) wives was the daughter of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA)?
Aisha (RA) was married to the Prophet (PBUH) and, being the daughter of the first Caliph, held a position of major religious and scholarly influence.
Which of the Prophet’s (PBUH) wives was the daughter of Hazrat Umar (RA)?
Hafsa (RA), daughter of the second Caliph Hazrat Umar (RA), was entrusted with keeping the first compiled manuscript of the Quran after Abu Bakr's (RA) death.
Which wife of the Prophet (PBUH) was previously married to Zaid ibn Harithah (RA), the Prophet’s freed servant?
The marriage to Zainab bint Jahsh (RA) after her divorce from Zaid (RA) is mentioned in the Quran and established that adopted sons are not treated as biological sons in Islamic law.
Which of the Prophet’s (PBUH) wives was known as “Umm-ul-Masakin” (Mother of the Poor) for her generosity?
Zainab bint Khuzaymah (RA) earned this title for her kindness and charity toward the poor and needy before her marriage to the Prophet (PBUH).
Which wife of the Prophet (PBUH) was the first to pass away after him?
Hazrat Zainab bint Jahsh (RA) was the first of the Prophet's (PBUH) wives to pass away after him, in 20 AH during the caliphate of Hazrat Umar (RA).
She was known for her generosity to the poor; the Prophet (PBUH) had said that the wife with the 'longest hand', meaning the most charitable, would be the first to join him.
Which wife of the Prophet (PBUH) was a former Jewish captive who embraced Islam and whom he later married?
Safiya bint Huyayy (RA) belonged to the Jewish tribe of Banu Nadir and embraced Islam before her marriage to the Prophet (PBUH) after the Battle of Khaybar.
Which wife of the Prophet (PBUH) was the daughter of Abu Sufyan, a former opponent of Islam?
Umm Habiba (RA) was the daughter of Abu Sufyan, who later accepted Islam himself; her marriage to the Prophet (PBUH) took place while she was in Abyssinia.
What is the last of the Prophet’s (PBUH) wives to pass away, known for her long life and scholarship?
Umm Salamah (RA) is recorded as the longest-living and last surviving wife of the Prophet (PBUH), passing away decades after him.
What relationship did Ja’far ibn Abi Talib (RA), martyred at Mu’tah, have to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
Ja'far ibn Abi Talib (RA) was Hazrat Ali's (RA) elder brother and a cousin of the Prophet (PBUH); he led the early migrants to Abyssinia.
What title, meaning ‘the flyer’, was given to Ja’far ibn Abi Talib (RA) after his martyrdom?
Ja'far ibn Abi Talib (RA) lost both arms holding the banner at the Battle of Mu'tah (8 AH). The Prophet (PBUH) said that Allah had given him two wings with which he flies in Paradise, so he is called At-Tayyar ('the flyer') and Dhul-Janahayn ('the one with two wings').
Who was the Prophet’s (PBUH) personal attendant for about ten years, known for his detailed memories of daily life with him?
Anas ibn Malik (RA) served the Prophet (PBUH) from a young age and became one of the most important narrators of hadith describing his personal conduct.
Who was appointed by the Prophet (PBUH) as his scribe, later compiling the first written copy of the Quran?
Zaid ibn Thabit (RA) served as a principal scribe of revelation and was later tasked by Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) with compiling the Quran into a single manuscript.
Which companion was sent by the Prophet (PBUH) as a teacher and governor to Yemen?
Mu'adh ibn Jabal (RA) was sent to Yemen to teach Islam and serve as a judge, and is remembered for his deep knowledge of Islamic law.
What is the term for the ten companions who were given the glad tidings of Paradise by the Prophet (PBUH) in their lifetime?
"Asharah Mubashareen" (the Ten Promised Paradise) refers to ten specific companions the Prophet (PBUH) named as being assured of Paradise.
Talha ibn Ubaidullah (RA), one of the ten companions promised Paradise, is especially known for:
Talha ibn Ubaidullah (RA) shielded the Prophet (PBUH) with his own body at the Battle of Uhud (3 AH), receiving many wounds; his hand was left paralysed. He was also famous for his generosity and was called Talha al-Khayr ('Talha the generous').
Which companion is especially remembered for his outspoken commitment to simplicity and social justice?
Abu Dharr al-Ghifari (RA) was known for his ascetic lifestyle and strong stance against the hoarding of wealth.
Which young companion is remembered for his eagerness for knowledge and was prayed for by the Prophet (PBUH) to gain understanding of religion?
Abdullah ibn Abbas (RA), a cousin of the Prophet (PBUH), became one of the foremost scholars of Quranic interpretation among the companions.
Which companion was the son of Hazrat Umar (RA) and known for his precise following of the Prophet’s (PBUH) Sunnah?
Abdullah ibn Umar (RA) was known among the companions for his meticulous and careful adherence to the Prophet's (PBUH) example in daily life.
Which female companion is especially noted as a nurse and caretaker of the wounded during battles?
Rufaida al-Aslamiyah (RA) is often described as the first female nurse in Islamic history, treating the wounded in a tent during battles.
Which female companion fought bravely to protect the Prophet (PBUH) at the Battle of Uhud?
Umm Ammara (RA) took up arms to defend the Prophet (PBUH) during a critical moment at the Battle of Uhud and was praised for her courage.
Who was the daughter of Abu Bakr (RA), known as “Dhat-un-Nitaqayn” (She of the Two Belts) for her role in the Hijra?
Asma (RA) tore her belt in two to tie provisions for the Prophet (PBUH) and her father during their journey to Madinah, earning this title.
Which companion is remembered as the last person the Prophet (PBUH) sent on a military expedition, though it departed after his death?
Usama ibn Zaid (RA), a young companion, was appointed to lead an expedition toward Syria shortly before the Prophet's (PBUH) death; Abu Bakr (RA) insisted it proceed as planned after becoming Caliph.
Which early female companion is especially remembered as a successful independent businesswoman before and during her marriage to the Prophet (PBUH)?
Khadijah (RA) ran a successful trading business and employed the Prophet (PBUH) before their marriage, illustrating recognized economic activity by women in early Islamic society.
Which companion completes the traditional list of the Asharah Mubashareen (Ten Promised Paradise) alongside Abu Ubaidah ibn al-Jarrah (RA)?
Sa'id ibn Zaid (RA), an early convert and relative of Hazrat Umar (RA), is traditionally counted among the ten companions promised Paradise.
Which companion was specifically entrusted by the Prophet (PBUH) with the secret names of the hypocrites (Munafiqun) in Madinah?
Hudhaifah ibn al-Yaman (RA) was privately told by the Prophet (PBUH) which individuals in Madinah were hypocrites, earning him the title "Keeper of the Secret."
Which young companion is known for his scholarship and is regarded as one of the earliest and most authoritative interpreters (Mufassir) of the Quran?
Abdullah ibn Abbas (RA) became known as "Turjuman-ul-Quran" (the Interpreter of the Quran) for his deep knowledge of its meanings and context.
Which companion, a leader of the Aws tribe, was chosen to judge the case of the Banu Qurayza and was praised by the Prophet (PBUH) for his judgment?
Sa'd ibn Mu'adh (RA), a chief of the Aws tribe, was asked to arbitrate the case of the Banu Qurayza after they broke their treaty with Madinah, and a well-known hadith describes the Prophet (PBUH) praising his ruling.
Which companion, a skilled military commander, initially fought against the Muslims at the Battle of Uhud before later accepting Islam?
Khalid ibn al-Walid (RA) commanded the Makkan cavalry against the Muslims at Uhud before later embracing Islam and becoming one of its most celebrated generals.
Which poet companion(s) used their verses to defend the Prophet (PBUH) and Islam against the mockery of Makkan poets?
Hassan ibn Thabit (RA), Abdullah ibn Rawaha (RA), and Ka'b ibn Malik (RA) were all poet-companions who used their poetic skill to respond to anti-Islamic propaganda and defend the Prophet (PBUH).
Which companion, once left behind from the Tabuk expedition without a valid excuse, had his sincere repentance later accepted and mentioned in the Quran?
Ka'b ibn Malik (RA) failed to join the Tabuk expedition without a valid excuse; his honest confession and the community's later acceptance of his repentance is described in Surah At-Tawbah.
How many wives of the Prophet (PBUH) were with him at the time of his death?
Nine of the Prophet's (PBUH) wives are recorded as surviving him at the time of his death.
Which daughter of the Prophet (PBUH), first married to Utaybah ibn Abu Lahab, later married Hazrat Usman (RA) after the death of her sister Ruqayyah (RA)?
Hazrat Umm Kulthum (RA) and her sister Ruqayyah (RA) were married to Utaybah and Utbah, the sons of Abu Lahab, who divorced them on their father's orders after Surah Al-Lahab was revealed.
Ruqayyah (RA) married Hazrat Usman (RA); after her death in 2 AH, Umm Kulthum (RA) married him in 3 AH, which is why he is called Dhun-Nurayn (possessor of the two lights).
Which of the Prophet’s (PBUH) daughters was married to Hazrat Usman ibn Affan (RA), and passed away around the time of the Battle of Badr?
Ruqayyah (RA) was married to Hazrat Usman (RA) and passed away shortly after the Battle of Badr, which Usman (RA) did not attend as he stayed behind to care for her.
After the death of Ruqayyah (RA), which of the Prophet’s (PBUH) daughters did Hazrat Usman (RA) subsequently marry, earning him the title Dhun-Noorayn?
Hazrat Usman (RA) married Umm Kulthum (RA) after Ruqayyah's death, and having married two of the Prophet's daughters in succession earned him the title "Dhun-Noorayn" (Possessor of Two Lights).
Which of the Prophet’s (PBUH) daughters was married to Abul Aas ibn Rabi, a relative who was initially not a Muslim?
Zainab (RA), the Prophet's (PBUH) eldest daughter, remained married to Abul Aas ibn Rabi even during a period when he had not yet accepted Islam, and he later embraced the faith.
What was the name of the Prophet’s (PBUH) eldest son, who died in infancy, and after whom the Prophet (PBUH) was sometimes called ‘Abu-l-Qasim’?
Qasim, the Prophet's (PBUH) first son born to Khadijah (RA), died in infancy; the honorific "Abu-l-Qasim" (Father of Qasim) is traditionally associated with him.
Which blind companion was appointed by the Prophet (PBUH) to lead Madinah in his absence on more than one occasion?
Despite his blindness, Abdullah ibn Umm Maktum (RA) was entrusted by the Prophet (PBUH) to lead the community and prayers in Madinah during his absence.
Which companion, the Prophet’s (PBUH) paternal aunt, is remembered for her courage in defending the Muslims during the Battle of the Trench?
Safiya bint Abdul Muttalib (RA), the Prophet's (PBUH) aunt and mother of Zubair ibn al-Awwam (RA), is recorded as having defended the Muslim camp during the Battle of the Trench.
Which martyr of the Battle of Uhud is known by the title ‘Ghaseel-ul-Malaika’ (Washed by the Angels)?
According to tradition, Handhala (RA) was martyred shortly after his wedding night, and the angels were said to have washed his body since he had not had the opportunity to perform ritual purification himself.
Which companion was the Prophet’s (PBUH) standard-bearer (flag carrier) and a devoted early teacher of Islam who was martyred at the Battle of Uhud?
Mus'ab ibn Umair (RA), one of the first teachers of Islam sent to Madinah before the Hijra, later carried the Muslim standard and was martyred at Uhud.
Which companion is credited with being the first envoy the Prophet (PBUH) sent to teach Islam in Madinah, before the Hijra took place?
Mus'ab ibn Umair (RA) was sent to Madinah following the Pledges of Aqaba to teach the Quran and Islam to the new converts there, laying the groundwork for the Hijra.
Which family of early Muslims, including a father, mother, and son, is remembered as the first martyrs in Islamic history?
Yasir (RA) and his wife Sumayyah (RA) are recognized as the first martyrs in Islam, tortured for their faith in Makkah, with their son Ammar ibn Yasir (RA) also enduring severe persecution.
Which early female companion is recognized as the first martyr in Islamic history?
Sumayyah bint Khayyat (RA) was killed for her refusal to renounce Islam under persecution in Makkah, making her the first martyr (Shaheed) in Islamic history.
Which companion, known for his exceptionally beautiful recitation voice, was requested by the Prophet (PBUH) to recite the Quran for him to listen to?
The Prophet (PBUH) once asked Abdullah ibn Masud (RA) to recite the Quran to him and was visibly moved to tears while listening.
What is the term for the generation of Muslims who personally knew and learned directly from the companions (Sahaba) of the Prophet (PBUH)?
The "Tabi'un" (Successors) refers to the generation after the companions who learned Islam directly from them, playing a key role in preserving early Islamic scholarship.
What is the term for the generation that followed the Tabi’un, learning directly from them?
The "Tabi-Tabi'in" refers to the third generation of Muslims, who learned from the Tabi'un and further contributed to preserving hadith and Islamic scholarship.
What overarching term refers to the first three generations of Islam — the Sahaba, Tabi’un, and Tabi-Tabi’in — often regarded with special respect in Sunni tradition?
"As-Salaf as-Salih" refers to the first three generations of Muslims, whose understanding and practice of Islam is regarded by many scholars as an authoritative model.
What is the Arabic term referring to the Prophet’s (PBUH) family/household, including his descendants?
"Ahl-al-Bayt" (People of the House) refers to the Prophet's (PBUH) family, a term carrying particular reverence across Islamic tradition.
Which grandson of the Prophet (PBUH) briefly served as Caliph before voluntarily relinquishing the position to Muawiyah (RA) for the sake of Muslim unity?
- Hasan (RA), the elder son of Ali (RA) and Fatimah (RA), briefly served as Caliph following his father's assassination, but voluntarily relinquished the position to Muawiyah (RA) to prevent further bloodshed and civil conflict among Muslims.
- This significant act of reconciliation, occurring in 41 AH, is often referred to as Aam-ul-Jamaah, the 'Year of Unity,' reflecting the restoration of a single unified Muslim leadership.
- For exams, note that this event is widely cited as an example of prioritizing the broader welfare and unity of the Muslim community over personal political position.
What is the term used for descendants of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) through his grandsons Hasan and Hussain?
- Sadaat (singular: Sayyid) refers to descendants of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) through his grandsons Hasan and Hussain, a lineage that has continued and spread across various regions of the Muslim world.
- Individuals within this lineage are often shown particular respect within Muslim communities, reflecting the honor associated with direct descent from the Prophet's family.
- For exams, note that this term is used across various regions, including South Asia, where descendants of this lineage are commonly referred to by this title.
Which son of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), born to Maria al-Qibtiyya, passed away in infancy?
- Ibrahim, a son of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) born to Maria al-Qibtiyya, passed away in infancy, causing the Prophet (PBUH) considerable personal grief despite his complete submission to Allah's will.
- This event coincided with a solar eclipse, and the Prophet (PBUH) notably clarified to his companions that this natural occurrence was unrelated to his son's death, correcting a common misconception of the time.
- For exams, note that none of the Prophet's sons survived into adulthood, with his family line continuing through his daughter Fatimah (RA).
What is the title given to Fatimah (RA), meaning ‘Leader of the Women of the Worlds’?
- Sayyidat Nisa al-Alameen, meaning 'Leader of the Women of the Worlds,' is a title given to Fatimah (RA), reflecting her exceptionally high status within Islamic tradition among all women.
- This title is based on a Hadith in which the Prophet (PBUH) described her as holding this distinguished position among women, alongside other notable women mentioned in Islamic tradition.
- For exams, remember that similar titles of honor are also attributed to other significant women in Islamic history, including Khadijah (RA) and Maryam (AS).
Approximately how long after the Prophet’s (PBUH) death did Fatimah (RA) pass away?
- Fatimah (RA) passed away approximately six months after the death of her father, the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), a period marked by profound personal grief following this significant loss.
- This close timing between the two deaths is often noted in Islamic historical accounts, reflecting the close bond between father and daughter throughout their lives.
- For exams, remember that she was buried in Madinah, though the exact location of her grave remains a matter of some historical discussion among scholars.
Which companion, among the Ashra Mubashara, was known for his exceptional generosity and financial support of the early Muslim community?
- Uthman (RA), among the Ashra Mubashara, was renowned for his exceptional generosity, notably funding the expansion of the Prophet's Mosque and providing wells for the community's water supply.
- His financial contributions during times of hardship, including equipping the army for the Battle of Tabuk, demonstrated his deep commitment to supporting the early Muslim state.
- For exams, note that Uthman (RA) later became the third Caliph of Islam and was also honored with the title Dhun-Nurayn.
Whom did the Prophet (PBUH) appoint as the first commander of the Muslim army at the Battle of Mu’tah (8 AH)?
The Prophet (PBUH) appointed Zaid bin Haritha (RA) as commander at Mu'tah, with Ja'far ibn Abi Talib (RA) and Abdullah ibn Rawaha (RA) to succeed him in turn. All three were martyred, and Khalid bin Waleed (RA) then took command and withdrew the army safely.
Zaid (RA) is the only companion mentioned by name in the Quran (Surah Al-Ahzab, verse 37).
Which companion was famously tortured for his faith by being made to lie on hot sand while repeating ‘Ahad, Ahad’ (One, One)?
- Bilal ibn Rabah (RA), an Abyssinian slave, was famously tortured by being made to lie on hot sand under a heavy rock while steadfastly repeating 'Ahad, Ahad,' affirming the Oneness of Allah.
- He was eventually freed by Abu Bakr (RA) and later became well known for his beautiful voice, serving as the first Mu'adhin (caller to prayer) in Islamic history.
- For exams, note that Bilal (RA) is often cited as a powerful early example of racial equality and dignity within the Muslim community.
Which of the following is NOT among the ten companions of the Ashra Mubashara?
- Bilal ibn Rabah (RA), despite his profound significance and closeness to the Prophet (PBUH), is not among the ten companions specifically named within the Ashra Mubashara.
- The list of ten includes the four caliphs along with Talha, Zubair, Saad ibn Abi Waqqas, Saeed ibn Zaid, Abdur Rahman bin Awf, and Abu Ubaidah ibn al-Jarrah.
- For exams, note that being highly esteemed or beloved by the Prophet (PBUH) does not necessarily mean inclusion within this specific, explicitly named group of ten.
Which companion was called Sayyid-ul-Qurra (leader of the reciters), and was the one to whom the Prophet (PBUH) was commanded to recite Surah Al-Bayyinah?
Hazrat Ubay ibn Ka'b (RA) is called Sayyid-ul-Qurra. According to Sahih al-Bukhari, the Prophet (PBUH) told him that Allah had commanded him to recite Surah Al-Bayyinah to him.
The Prophet (PBUH) named him, with Abdullah ibn Masud, Salim and Mu'adh ibn Jabal (RA), among the four from whom to learn the Quran.
Which wife of the Prophet (PBUH) was known for her wisdom and previously married to Abu Salamah (RA), who was martyred?
- Umm Salamah (RA) was known for her exceptional wisdom, and she married the Prophet (PBUH) after the death of her first husband, Abu Salamah (RA), who was martyred from wounds sustained during battle.
- She is remembered for offering valuable advice to the Prophet (PBUH) during the sensitive negotiations of the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah.
- For exams, note that Umm Salamah (RA) was among the last of the Prophet's wives to pass away, living for many years after his death.
Which wife of the Prophet (PBUH) was the second wife he married, becoming his companion after Khadijah’s (RA) death?
- Sawdah bint Zamah (RA) became the Prophet's second wife, marrying him shortly after the death of Khadijah (RA), providing companionship and support during a difficult period of loss.
- She had earlier migrated to Abyssinia with her first husband to escape persecution, and after his death, faced a vulnerable position that the marriage helped address.
- For exams, remember that Sawdah (RA) was known for later voluntarily giving her designated day with the Prophet (PBUH) to Aisha (RA) out of generosity.
Which wife of the Prophet (PBUH) was captured during the conquest of Banu Mustaliq and whose marriage led to the freeing of many prisoners?
- Juwayriyyah (RA) was captured during the conquest of Banu Mustaliq, and her subsequent marriage to the Prophet (PBUH) resulted in the freeing of many prisoners from her tribe out of respect for the new familial connection.
- This event is remembered as a significant example of how a single marriage brought about substantial positive change and reconciliation for an entire community.
- For exams, note that Aisha (RA) reportedly remarked that no woman brought greater blessing to her people than Juwayriyyah (RA) through this marriage.
Which title of Hazrat Ali (RA) is associated with his valour at the Battle of Khaybar?
Hazrat Ali (RA) is known as Haidar-e-Karrar, 'the lion who charges again and again', a title linked with his bravery at Khaybar (7 AH), where the Prophet (PBUH) gave him the banner and he conquered the fortress of Qamus. He is also called Asadullah (Lion of Allah) in South Asian tradition and Bab-ul-Ilm (Gate of Knowledge).
Saifullah was the title of Hazrat Khalid ibn al-Walid (RA), Farooq-e-Azam of Hazrat Umar (RA) and Dhun-Nurayn of Hazrat Usman (RA).
In which battle was Hazrat Hamza ibn Abdul-Muttalib (RA) martyred?
Hazrat Hamza (RA), the paternal uncle of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), was martyred during the Battle of Uhud in 3 AH (625 AD) by Wahshi ibn Harb on the orders of Hind bint Utbah. The Battle of Uhud took place near Mount Uhud outside Madinah, where 70 Muslim companions achieved martyrdom. Frequently tested details include that 300 hypocrites led by Abdullah ibn Ubayy deserted before the engagement.
