Zubayr ibn al-Awwam Flashcards
Who was Zubayr ibn al-Awwam in relation to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and Hazrat Khadija?
Zubayr ibn al-Awwam was the Prophet Muhammad’s cousin and the nephew of Hazrat Khadija.
When did Zubayr ibn al-Awwam accept Islam, and what rank is he believed to hold among early Muslims?
Zubayr accepted Islam after Hazrat Abu Bakr, and he is often considered the fourth or fifth person to do so.
Why did Zubayr ibn al-Awwam migrate to Abyssinia, and what did he do afterward?
Due to the brutal treatment from the Quraysh, Zubayr migrated to Abyssinia and later returned with the group that came back to Makkah.
What battles and expeditions did Zubayr ibn al-Awwam play a prominent role in after migrating to Madina?
After migrating to Madina, Zubayr played a prominent role in the battles of Badr and Uhud, the expedition to Khaybar, and led part of the Muslim force at the entry into Makkah.
What title did the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) give to Zubayr ibn al-Awwam, and what saying highlighted his status in Paradise?
The Prophet (PBUH) gave him the title “Disciple of the Messenger of Allah.” He also said, “Talha and Zubair are my neighbors in Paradise.”
Who did Zubayr ibn al-Awwam support as caliph after the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) death?
Zubayr supported his cousin Hazrat Ali as caliph, despite having married Hazrat Abu Bakr’s daughter.
Why did Zubayr ibn al-Awwam lead an army against Hazrat Ali, and what was the result?
Zubayr, alongside Talha, led an army against Hazrat Ali due to the delay in punishing Hazrat Uthman’s murderers. He was killed in the Battle of the Camel.
