KHADIJAH (ra)
Khadijah is the great Muslim lady, (Khadijah al-Kubra). Prophet says about her “When none believed me Khadijah did. She made me a partner in her wealth.” Khadijah, the daughter of Khuwailid was born 15 years before the year of the Elephant in 555 CE. Her mother was Fatimah bint Zaidah. She was a noble, fine natured wealthy lady of Mecca. She married the Prophet when she was 40 or 28 according to some narrations and he was 25. They had seven children;
Three boys; Qasim, Tahir and Tayyib
Four girls; Zainab, Ruqaiyyah, Umm Kulthum and Fatimah.
How long did Khadijah live with the Prophet?
She lived with the Prophet for 25 years and was the Prophet’s only wife during that time. Khadijah’s wealth was used for the cause of Islam. During the prophethood the Quraish did all they could to stop the Prophet preaching Islam. But, that did not work. The prophet continued his mission, relying on Allah. Khadijah was his source of encouragement and comfort. She also had to bear enormous strain and suffering during the Boycott for three years.
When did Khadijah (ra) die?
The great Muslim Lady Khadijah, the first Muslim, died on 10 Ramadan in the tenth year of the prophethood, in 620 CE. Her death was a great loss to Muhammad (pbuh). He loved Khadijah so dearly that after her death He used to remember her very often. The Angel Jibrail used to bring Salam for her from Allah.
Fatimah az-Zahra became so sad at her mother’s death that she stuck to her Father and continued crying, “Where is my mummy? Where is my mummy? The Prophet consoled her and told her of the good news of Khadijah’s acceptance by Allah in Paradise. Young Muslim girls should know how devoted Khadijah was to her husband and how much she did for him for the cause of Allah. The Muslims of the present day would feel proud to have such a wife.
FATIMAH (ra)
Fatimah, the youngest of the four daughters of the Prophet, was born five years before the prophethood of Muhammad (pbuh) and migrated to Madinah after the Prophet together with her sisters and step mother Sawdah. After the death of her mother Khadijah, she served her father with total devotion and love. The Prophet loved her very much and kept her with him in deep affection. She was loved by all the wives of the Prophet. She looked like her mother Khadijah and this reminded people of her Great Mother. Fatimah az-Zahra is known as leader of the women.
Who married to Fatimah (ra)?
Ali was married with Fatimah, after the battle of Badr, in a simple marriage ceremony. The guests were served dates and drinks made from honey. She was about 18 years old. Her marriage life was happy and peaceful. Ali her husband, respected her and the Prophet always used to advise Fatimah to serve her husband in every respect. She kept her house neat and tidy and gave it a simple pure and peaceful look where happiness and good fortune prevailed.
How many children did Ali and Fatimah have?
They had five children :
Three sons; Hasan, Husain and Muhassin (Muhassin died a baby).
Two daughters; Zainab and Ummu Kulthum.
How was the personality of Fatimah according to the Sayings of the Prophet?
According to Hadiths Fatimah was regarded as a great and respected lady by the women of her day. Because of her personality, kindness, politeness and dignity, Fatimah resembled her father very closely in habits, traits and in conversation. When she came to any meetings of the Prophet, he used to get up for her and make room for her to sit by his side. Fatimah took part in the battle of Uhud War and nursed the wounded Muslim soldiers. She bandaged the wound sustained by the Prophet during the battle. She also took part in the battle of the Conquest of Mecca. The Prophet was always seen off by Fatimah when He was going out from Madinah and was met by her when He returned home.
In which battle did Fatimah take part?
Fatimah took part in the battle of Uhud and also in the battle of the Conquest of Mecca.
Who were the four great women in the world according to the Prophet?
The Prophet said: “Among the women in the whole world, four are great :1) Khadijah 2) Fatimah 3) Mary (Maryam) 4) Asiyah (wife of Pharaoh (Fir’awn).
When did Fatimah die?
Fatimah died after a few months of the death of the Prophet, on 3 Ramadan in 11 AH at the age of 30. Before her death, she willed that her body be carried for burial prayers in such a way that no one could recognize whether it was the body of a male or female. Since she died so soon after the death of the Prophet, she could narrate no more than eighteen or nineteen Hadithts. Fatimah was an ideal Muslim daughter, wife and mother. Her life should be an example for Muslim girls of all ages.
A’ISHAH (ra)
Who was A’ishah?
A’ishah (ra) was born in 613 or 614 CE in Mecca, in the fourth year of the Prophet’s mission. Her father was Abu Bakr, the closest friend of the Prophet and the first caliph of Islam. Her mother was Umm Ruman. A’ishah was a great Muslim Lady. She was very talented and had a wonderful memory and a quick eye. She had a great love of learning and became noted for her intelligence, learning and sharp sense of judgement. She grew up in an Islamic environment. Her father was a great Muslim and the Prophet himself was a frequent visitor to their house. She became a Muslim as soon as she became an adult. During her childhood, A’ishah memorized quite a number of Surahs of the Qur’an. Her father was a man of learning and she inherited his love of knowledge. A’ishah and her elder sister, Asma helped in packing for the famous Hijrah of the Prophet.
When was A’ishah married to the Prophet (pbuh)?
This great Muslim Lady was married to the Prophet (pbuh) after the death of his first wife, Khadijah, and was engaged to the Prophet when she was nine. But she only went to live with him when she was 15. She loved and enjoyed serving her husband. She used to do the household works, including grinding flour and baking bread. She always kept water ready for the Prophet’s ablutions before prayer.
Did the Prophet (pbuh) marry A’ishah only for her physical beauty?
The Prophet did not love her only for her physical beauty but for her intelligence, sound judgement and personality. She would inform muslims about internal life of the Prophet and enlighten them. If A’ishah loved anyone more than her husband Muhammad (pbuh) it was Almighty Allah. This was the teaching of the Prophet.
Why was A’ishah one of the most notable Muslim Ladies in muslim history?
A’ishah (ra) had the good fortune to be trained under the care of the greatest teacher of mankind prophet Muhammad. This training made her one of the most notable Muslim Ladies in Islamic History. She taught Islam to many people. She was an authority on many matters of Islamic Law. Especially on these concerning women. She narrated 2.210 Hadiths. Her life shows to what high status a muslim woman can rise. Before Islam, woman had no status in society. Islam gave them a very important position and made them indispensable part of the community.
How was the Prophet’s (pbuh) life with A’ishah?
The Prophet used to live a very simple life. There were occasions when the family had nothing to eat and times when guests were served with whatever they had while they went hungry themselves. They believed that the comfort of the life after death was far more important to them than the comforts of this World. This also is the teaching of Islam.
A’ishah was totally devoted to the Prophet, her husband and he loved her very dearly. She used to accompany the Prophet in Prayers. They used to remain standing for long periods in prayer weeping and asking Allah’s forgiveness. The Prophet fell ill in 11 AH and A’ishah Nursed him with a love and care of a devoted wife. He died in her lap.
When did A’ishah die?
A’ishah died at the age of 67 on 17 Ramadan (58 AH). A’ishah’s life is an example for young Muslim girls who should try to follow her devotion and love for her husband and her special interest in knowledge and learning.
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