What title was given to Uthman ibn Affan (RA), reflecting his marriage to two of the Prophet’s daughters?
AAl-Farooq
BAs-Siddiq
CDhun-Nurayn
DAsadullah
Explanation
– Dhun-Nurayn, meaning ‘possessor of the two lights,’ was the title given to Uthman (RA), reflecting his successive marriages to two of the Prophet’s daughters, Ruqayyah and later Umm Kulthum, following Ruqayyah’s death.
– This distinction is unique among the companions of the Prophet.
– For exams, remember that Uthman (RA) was known for his generosity, notably funding the expansion of the Prophet’s Mosque and various public wells for the community.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Khulafa-e-Rashideen
- Subtopic: Uthman

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