Explanation

• Al-Masudi is known as the “Herodotus of Arabs.”
• He was a famous Arab historian and traveler.
• Lived in the 10th century (c. 896–956 AD).
• Known for his book “Muruj al-Dhahab (Meadows of Gold)”.
• Compared to Herodotus due to his detailed historical writings.

Last verified on 02-04-2026

Explanation

• Awais al-Qarani (R.A) was given the title “Khair-ut-Tabi’in” (Best of the Followers).
• He was a famous pious تابعی (generation after companions).
• He never met the Prophet ﷺ but believed in him sincerely.
• The Prophet ﷺ praised him to his companions.
• He is known for extreme piety and devotion.

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Explanation

• Hazrat Abdullah bin Abbas (RA) was a great companion of the Prophet (PBUH).
• He was known as “Bahr-ul-Ilm (Sea of Knowledge)”.
• He was highly skilled in Tafsir (Quranic interpretation).
• He was among the most knowledgeable companions in Islamic teachings.

Last verified on 26-04-2026

Explanation

• Hazrat Abu Ubaidah bin al-Jarrah (RA) was one of the Ashra Mubashra.
• He was given the title Ameen-ul-Ummat (Trustee of the Ummah).
• He was known for honesty, trustworthiness, and leadership.
• He played an important role in Islamic conquests in Syria.
• He was among the closest companions of the Prophet (PBUH).

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Explanation

• Hazrat Abu Ubaidah bin al-Jarrah (RA) was one of the Ashra Mubashra.
• He was given the title Amin-ul-Ummat (Trustee of the Ummah).
• He was known for honesty, trustworthiness, and leadership.
• He played an important role in Islamic conquests in Syria.
• He was among the closest companions of the Prophet (PBUH).

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Explanation

• Ashaab-e-Suffah were poor companions from the Muhajirun.
• They stayed in a shaded platform (Suffah) in Masjid-e-Nabvi.
• They had no homes or wealth after migration.
• Total members (approx.) → 70–300 companions.

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Explanation

• Asadullah is the title of Hazrat Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA),
• Asadullah  means Lion of Allah
• Earning him the name Sher-e-Khuda (Lion of God).
• By his courage in battles like Badr, Uhud, and Khaybar
• The title was first given to Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib,
• Cousin and son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
• First among children to accept Islam
• The fourth Caliph of Islam
• Martyred in 661 AD.

Nickname of the companion

Last updated by NA on 27 April 2026

Explanation

• Al-Arqam ibn Abi al-Arqam was a companion of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
• His house (Dar-e-Arqam) became the first center of Islamic preaching in Makkah.
• Early Muslims gathered there to learn Islam secretly.
• Birth → 597 A.D
• Death → 675 A.D

Last verified on 03-04-2026

Explanation

• The title Imam-e-Dar-ul-Hijrat was given to Imam Malik.
• Birth → 711 AD (Madinah)
• Death → 795 AD (Madinah)
• Book → Al-Muwatta
• Hadith Count → ~1,720 Hadith
• Field → Fiqh (Maliki School of Thought)

Last verified on 21-04-2026

Explanation

• Khalid ibn al-Walid (R.A) was given the title Saifullah (Sword of Allah).
• This title was awarded after the Battle of Mu'tah.
• He showed extraordinary military leadership and saved the Muslim army.
• Born in 592 AD in Mecca.
• Died in 642 AD in Homs, Syria.
• Major Caliphs served: Abu Bakr (RA), Umar (RA)

Last verified on 27-04-2026