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Hakīm ul Ummāh
Abu Dardā' al-Anṣāri
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The tomb of Abu Al-Dardaa was found in the Bab Al-Soghair
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'Uwaymir
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| Died | 652 |
| Burial place | Bab al-Saghir |
| Spouse(s) | • Umm al-Darda al-Kubra • Umm al-Darda as-Sughra |
Abu Dardā' al-Anṣāri (Arabic: أبو الدرداء الأنصاري, died 32 AH/652 CE) was a very important person in early Islamic history. He was a close companion of Prophet Muhammad. He was also the husband of another respected companion, Umm al-Darda al-Kubra.
Who Was Abu Dardā'?
Abu Dardā' was born in Medina, which was then called Yathrib. He became a Muslim after the Prophet Muhammad moved to Medina. He was known for his deep faith and his dedication to learning.
A Life of Learning
Abu Dardā' loved to learn and teach. He spent a lot of time studying the Quran, the holy book of Islam. He was one of the few companions who memorized the entire Quran during the Prophet's lifetime. This made him a respected teacher of the Quran.
He was also known for his wisdom. People often sought his advice on important matters. He believed that knowledge was very important for a good life.
Spreading Knowledge
After the Prophet Muhammad passed away, Abu Dardā' continued to teach. He moved to Damascus in Syria. There, he became a judge and a teacher. He helped many people learn about Islam and the Quran.
He taught people how to live a good life based on Islamic teachings. He emphasized being kind, honest, and thoughtful. His lessons helped shape the early Muslim community in Damascus.
His Legacy
Abu Dardā' is remembered as a great scholar and teacher. He taught many students who later became important scholars themselves. His teachings helped spread the knowledge of Islam far and wide.
He showed that learning and sharing knowledge are very valuable. His life is an example of dedication to faith and education. He passed away in 652 CE in Damascus.
See Also
- Sahaba
- Umm al-Darda al-Kubra
