Bilal bin Rabah Flashcards
Where was Bilal bin Rabah (RA) originally from, and what was his social status before Islam?
Bilal bin Rabah (RA) was originally from Abyssinia and was a slave before he accepted Islam.
What is significant about Bilal bin Rabah (RA) in terms of early Islam?
Bilal bin Rabah (RA) was one of the seven early converts to Islam.
How did Bilal’s master, Umayyah bin Khalaf, punish him for accepting Islam, and what was Bilal’s response?
- Umayyah bin Khalaf tortured Bilal by making him lie on burning sand with a heavy stone on his chest, threatening him to denounce Islam.
- In response, Bilal would only say, “Ahad, Ahad!” (Allah, the One).
Who freed Bilal bin Rabah (RA) from slavery, and how did it happen?
Abu Bakr (RA) freed Bilal by buying him from his master while passing by and witnessing the torture.
After the migration to Madinah, what role was Bilal given by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), and why?
After the migration to Madinah, Bilal was appointed by the Prophet (PBUH) to deliver the Adhan (call to prayer) because he had a high-pitched and resonant voice, becoming known as the ‘Mudhin’ of the Prophet.
In which battle did Bilal bin Rabah (RA) kill his former master, Umayyah bin Khalaf?
Bilal killed his former master, Umayyah bin Khalaf, during the Battle of Badr.
What notable event did Bilal perform after the conquest of Makkah?
After the conquest of Makkah, Bilal delivered the Adhan on the roof of the Ka’bah.
When did Bilal give the Adhan for the first time after the Prophet’s (PBUH) death, and at whose request?
Bilal gave the Adhan for the first time after the Prophet’s (PBUH) death at the request of Caliph Umar (RA) after a treaty with the Jews.
Where did Bilal settle after the Prophet’s (PBUH) death, and what significant dream did he have?
After the Prophet’s (PBUH) death:
- Bilal settled in Syria and married there.
- He dreamt of the Prophet (PBUH) calling him, which moved him deeply, and he returned to Madinah.
What happened when Bilal gave the Adhan in Madinah after he dreamed of the Prophet (PBUH)?
When Bilal gave the Adhan in Madinah, everyone was greatly moved and reminded of the Prophet’s (PBUH) time, with tears rolling down their faces.
At what age did Bilal bin Rabah (RA) pass away, and where was he buried?
Bilal bin Rabah (RA) passed away at the age of 60 and was buried in Damascus.
