Abd ar- Rahman ibn ‘Awf Flashcards
Who was one of the first eight people to accept Islam and one of the ten promised Paradise?
One of the first eight people to accept Islam and one of the ten promised Paradise was Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf.
What was Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf’s name before accepting Islam, and who renamed him?
His name was Abu Amr, and the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) renamed him Abd al-Rahman, meaning “the servant of the Beneficent God.”
How did Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf respond to persecution from the Quraysh after accepting Islam?
Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf responded to persecution from the Quraysh after accepting Islam by remaining firm in his faith despite facing persecution.
Where did Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf migrate due to persecution from the Quraysh?
Due to persecution from the Quraysh, He migrated to Abyssinia with other early Muslims.
Who did the Prophet (PBUH) make Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf’s brother from among the Ansar after arriving in Madinah?
The Prophet (PBUH) made Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf’s brother from among the Ansar after arriving in Madinah - Saad ibn ar-Rabi’ah.
What did Saad ibn ar-Rabi’ah offer Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf, and how did he respond?
Saad offered to share his wealth and family, but Abd ar-Rahman asked to be shown the marketplace so he could work for himself.
How did Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf become wealthy, and what profession did he excel in?
Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf became wealthy through his skill as a merchant.
In which major battles did Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf participate, and how did he contribute at the Battle of Tabuk?
Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf participated in the Battles of Badr, Uhud, and Tabuk. At Tabuk, he donated generously and equipped those who were too poor to prepare themselves
What unique honor did Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf receive during the Battle of Tabuk?
Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf was the only person to have led the Prophet (PBUH) in prayer.
What display of generosity is Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf well known for in Madinah?
Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf is well known in Madinah as he once gave away all the wealth of his caravan to the people of Madinah.
What responsibility did Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf take on after the Prophet’s (PBUH) death?
After the Prophet’s (PBUH) death, Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf looked after the Prophet’s wives, giving them stipends from his wealth.
When asked about his wealth, what did Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf say was his secret?
Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf said, “I never lifted a stone unless I expected to find gold or silver under it.”
Who was chosen by Caliph ‘Umar to be a part of the council of Shura, and what was the council’s purpose?
Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf was chosen by Caliph Umar as one of the six members of the Shura council to select the next Khalifa.
When and at what age did Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf pass away?
Abd ar-Rahman ibn ‘Awf died around 653 AD at the age of 75.
