Who are the Ten Promised Paradise?
The Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him, bestowed glad tidings upon ten noble companions, assuring them of their place in Paradise. They are:
- Abu Bakr al-Siddiq, Abdullah ibn Abi Quhafa.
- Umar ibn al-Khattab, Abu Hafs.
- Uthman ibn Affan, Abu Abdillah.
- Ali ibn Abi Talib, Abu al-Hasan.
- Al-Zubair ibn al-Awwam.
- Talhah ibn Ubaydullah al-Taymi.
- Abdur Rahman ibn Awf.
- Saeed ibn Zaid al-Qurashi.
- Sa’d ibn Abi Waqqas.
- Abu Ubaidah Amr ibn al-Jarrah.
Why Do We Love the Companions of Allah?
There are several reasons why the noble companions hold a special place in the heart of the Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him, and consequently in our hearts as well, including:
- They are the best of people among all nations and eras, as he stated: “The best of people are my generation, then those who come after them, then those who follow them.”
- They are the vital link between the Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him, and his Ummah, as they conveyed the Islamic teachings to the community.
- They are a source of virtuous conduct and noble character within this Ummah, as Allah praised them in the Qur’an: “Indeed, Allah is pleased with the believers when they pledge allegiance to you under the tree.”
Who Are the Most Prolific Narrators of Hadith Among the Companions?
The following companions are the most prolific narrators of Hadith, listed in order:
- Abu Huraira, may Allah be pleased with him, narrated 5,374 Hadiths.
- Abdullah ibn Umar, may Allah be pleased with him, narrated 2,630 Hadiths.
- Anas ibn Malik, may Allah be pleased with him, narrated 2,286 Hadiths.
- Aisha, the Mother of the Believers, may Allah be pleased with her, narrated 2,210 Hadiths.
- Abdullah ibn Abbas, may Allah be pleased with him, narrated 1,660 Hadiths.
- Jabir ibn Abdullah, may Allah be pleased with him, narrated 1,540 Hadiths.
Who Are the Most Prominent Companions in Issuing Fatwas?
The companions known for frequently issuing fatwas include seven notable figures: Umar ibn al-Khattab, Ali ibn Abi Talib, Abdullah ibn Mas’ud, Aisha, Zayd ibn Thabit, Abdullah ibn Abbas, and Abdullah ibn Umar.
Which Companion Did Gabriel Descend Upon in His Form?
This companion is Dihyah ibn Khalifah al-Kalbi, may Allah be pleased with him; scholars describe him as one of the most handsome companions.
Who Is the Keeper of the Prophet’s Secrets?
The keeper of the Prophet Muhammad’s, peace be upon him, secrets is the companion Hudhayfah ibn al-Yaman, may Allah be pleased with him. Historian Ibn Hajar noted that the “secret” refers to what the Prophet informed him about the conditions of the hypocrites.
Who Is the Companion Known as ‘Zul-Shahadatayn’?
The revered companion known as ‘Zul-Shahadatayn’ is Khuzaymah ibn Thabit al-Ansari, may Allah be pleased with him.
Who Was the First to Shoot an Arrow in Islam?
The first person to shoot an arrow in the name of Islam was Sa’d ibn Abi Waqqas, may Allah be pleased with him.
What Is the Kunya of the Companion Ja’far ibn Abi Talib?
The Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him, referred to Ja’far ibn Abi Talib as Abu al-Masakin because he was known for his love and kindness towards the less fortunate, often sitting with them, engaging in conversation, and providing support.