Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha)
Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) was the first wife of Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam)
and she was the mother of Hadhrat Faatima (radhiAllaahu anha) and she was the Nani (maternal grandmother) of Hadhrat Hassan and Hussein (radhiAllaahu anhuma). Her father’s name was Khuwailid, her paternal grandfather’s name was Asad, her mother’s name was Faatima, and her maternal grandmother’s name was Zaahida. She was a Quraishi. She married Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), when she was 40 years of age. At that time Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) was 25 years old.
Prior to her coming into Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam)’s Nikah, she was married to two other persons, one after the after. She bore children for both of them. One of her previous husband’s name was Abu Haala, and the other was Ateeq bin Aa?id. There is a difference of opinion between the historians, regarding which husband was the first and which was the second. The author of “Isti?aab”, has preferred the opinion that Abu Haala was the first and Ateeq bin Aa?id was the second.
HOW SHE CAME INTO THE SANCTUARY OF NABUWWAT
After Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha)’s two husbands passed away, one after the other, many noble persons were hopeful of marrying her owing to her honour, respect and wealth. However, what had happened was the desire of the Greatest, Allaah Subhaanahu Wa Ta?ala. Allaah Ta?ala had decreed that Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) be honoured with marriage to the best of mankind (sallallahu alaihi wasallam). And that she be blessed with the title of “Ummul Mu?mineen” (Mother of the Believers).
When Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) reached the age of 25 years, his uncle Abu Talib, regretfully told him that he will not be able to financially assist him, and that times were tough. He suggested that Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) do as many other persons were doing, in that they were taking the merchandise of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha), to Shaam (Syria), and selling it for a profit.
When Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) heard that Muhammed Bin Abdullah Al-Ameen (sallallahu alaihi wasallam)’s uncle had advised him to take her goods to sell, she took the opportunity to send a message to the trustworthy, honest and veracious Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), and invited him to be an agent for her. She promised him twice the profit she usually paid her other agents. Rasulullah (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) accepted her offer and he took her goods to Shaam. Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) sent her slave “Maisara” with him. Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) sold the merchandise very wisely, and Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) reaped more profit that year , than she had in any of the previous years.
On the journey, Maisara, saw may unique things about Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) that he had never seen before. Once whilst they were stationed under a tree, a Raahib (priest), who was also with, asked Maisara, regarding the identity of Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam). Maisara replied that he is a resident of Macca, and a Quraishi. The Raahib, said that he (Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam)) will become a Prophet. He said this because he saw in Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) two signs of the Seal of Prophethood, which were recorded in the scriptures of old.
As the caravan reached Macca, it was in the afternoon, and Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) was sitting the upper storey of her house, when she saw that two Angels were shading Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam). Besides this, she heard from her slave Maisara, other similar and very strange incidences which occurred during the journey. He also mentioned the incident regarding the Raahib, that he said Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) was to be the final Prophet. Thereafter Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha), sent a proposal of Marriage to Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam).
The sister of Ya?la bin Umayya, Nafeesa, took the proposal. Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) accepted and his uncles, Hadhrat Hamza (radhiAllaahu anhu), and Abu Taalib were pleased at this.
Hadhrat Hamza (radhiAllaahu anhu), Abu Taalib and other members of Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) came to Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha)’s house for the occasion of the Nikah. By that time, the mother of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) had passed away, and her uncle, Amar bin Asad, participated in the occasion. Besides him there were other members of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha)’s family also present at the Nikah. The Mehr (dowry) was set at 500 Dirhams, on the Mashwera of Amar bin Asad, and Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) was honoured with the title of Ummul Mu?mineen.
Hadhrat Ibn Abbaas (radhiAllaahu anhu) reports that during the time of ignorance, the women of Macca used to gather at joyous occasions. On one such occasion Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) was also present. Suddenly a man appeared and said in loud voice: “Oh women of Macca! There will be a prophet from this city of yours, whose name will be Ahmed. If any of you get the opportunity to marry him then certainly do so.” The women, upon hearing this, set up a labyrinth (maze) – [in order to compete and see who the fortunate one will be]. Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) tied a knot (as a guide), and she succeeded over all the others.
HADHRAT KHADIJA (radhiAllaahu anha) WAS THE FIRST TO ACCEPT ISLAAM AND HAD A COMPLETE SHARE IN ISLAAM’S RISE TO SPLENDOUR
Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) had this great honour of having been the first person to accept the message of Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam). Prior to her acceptance, no man or woman, young or old, and no child had accepted the message. The author of Mishkaatul Kamaal, had recorded in the section; “Asmaa-ur-Rijaal” (names of all the notable characters) :
“She was the first to bring Imaan, from the entire mankind, from the men and the women”.
It is also recorded in “Isti?aab”, from Hadhrat Urwa (radhiAllaahu anhu) :
“The first person to accept Imaan, from amongst the men and women was Khadija binti Khuwailid (radhiAllaahu anha)”.
Haafiz Ibn Katheer (rahmatullahi alaihi) writes in “Bidaya”, from Muhammed bin Ka?ab (radhiAllaahu anhu) :
“The first person to accept Imaan from this Ummat was Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha). The first men (to accept Islaam) was Abu Bakr and Ali (radhiAllaahu anhuma).
Once Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) said the following in reply to a question of Hadhrat Aisha (radhiAllaahu anha):
“She (Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha)) brought faith in me, when the others disbelieved. She attested to my message, when others falsified me. She assisted me financially, when others deprived me. Allaah Ta?ala, blessed me with children from her, when I was not the father of any of my other wives’ children.”
Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) has great claim to Islaam’s rise to glory. Prior to Nabuwwat, Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), used to seclude himself in the cave of Hira. Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) used to prepare provisions for Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), during these expeditions. Rasulullah (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) used to spend many consecutive nights in the cave. He used to return when his provisions were depleted, and go back again. On one such occasion when Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) was in the cave, occupied in Ibaadat, an Angel appeared and ordered him to read (“Iqra!”). Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) said: “I am illiterate”. The Angel took hold of Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) and squeezed him against itself and let him loose. The Angel again said: “Iqra!” . Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) again gave the same reply. For the second time the Angel squeezed Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), let him go and said: “Iqra!”. Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) again gave the same reply. The Angel squeezed Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), for the third time and thereafter, the Angel began reciting. He read the first five Aayaat of Surah Qalam (Iqra). After hearing these Aayaat, Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) memorised them and went home in fear. He told Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha): “Cover me in a blanket, cover me in a blanket!” She did as she was told and after a while, this fear gradually subsided in Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam). Thereafter, Rasulullah (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) narrated the entire incident to Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha), and he said: “I feared for my life.”
Women are usually more feeble natured , and when they see men in a state of fear, they usually get more frantic. However, Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha), was not in the least bit fazed. She gave Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) courage and consoled him, saying:
“Never, I take an oath in Allaah, Allaah Ta?ala will never place you in difficulty or disgrace you. (You have such great qualities and traits, that) You strengthen family ties, you take the burden of others, help the poor, serve the guests, and you assist the truth at the times of difficulty.”
Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha), then took Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) to her cousin, Waraqa bin Nawfil. She told him: “Oh brother, listen to what he (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) has to say.” Waraqa, was an old man, whose eyesight was failing him. He was a devout and true Christian. He asked Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam): “What did you see?” Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) narrated the entire incident to him. Thereafter, Waraqa said: “This is Namoos (the great Angel, Jibraeel(alaihi salaam)), who was sent to Moosa alaihi salaam). I wish that I was young, and that I am alive, when your nation will expel you.”
Haafiz Ibn Katheer (rahmatullahi alaihi) quotes in “Bidaya”, from Baihaqi, that during the initial stages of Nabuwwat, Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) said to Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam): “When Jibraeel (alaihi salaam) comes to you can you inform me thereof?” Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) replied in the affirmative. When Hadhrat Jibraeel (alaihi salaam) came, Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) told her: “Oh Khadija, here is Jibraeel.” Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) asked Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam): “Can you see him at this moment?” Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) replied: “Yes!” Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) told Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) to stand up and sit on her right hand side. Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) accepted her request and did as she requested. Then, Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) asked: “Can you still see Jibraeel (alaihi salaam)?” Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) replied in the affirmative. She then told him(sallallahu alaihi wasallam), to sit on her lap. Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) did this and she again asked: “Can you still see Jibraeel (alaihi salaam)?” Again Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) replied in the affirmative. Thereafter, Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) removed her scarf and her hair was revealed. Then she asked: “Can you still see Jibraeel (alaihi salaam)?” Now, Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) said: “No, I cannot see him.” Upon hearing this, Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) said; “Know, now for sure, that this is an Angel. You should remain steadfast, and accept the glad-tidings of Prophethood (because had it been shaitaan, that came to you, then when I revealed my hair, he would not have disappeared. Angels are modest).” This incident displayed the intelligence and wisdom of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha).
After Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) received Nabuwwat, he began preaching Islaam, and the Mushrikeen (idolaters) became his enemies, and they harassed Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) in various ways. The entire nation became his enemies, including (some) his close friends. During these extremely trying times, the only helpers he had was his uncle Abu Taalib, and his beloved wife, Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha).
Haafiz Ibn Katheer (rahmatullahi alaihi) writes in “Bidaya”:
“Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) was the first to bring faith in Allaah Ta?ala and His Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam). She testified to the message that he brought. Allaah Ta?ala alleviated the burden and tribulations from Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), owing to her acceptance. When Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) began preaching and the people turned his speech upside down, and they falsified him, then Allaah Ta?ala used Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha), to alleviate and lighten his grief and sorrow. When he returned home, then she would encourage him and give him fortitude. She used to testify his message.”
The following is written in the “Seerat of Ibn Hishaam”, regarding Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha):
“Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) was Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam)’s, veritable Wazir (minister / right-hand), in so far as Islaam (history) is concerned.”
Whatever affliction and difficulty came upon Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), his grief and sorrow was shared by Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha). She also bore many of the difficulties, together with Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam). She gave excellent support, encouragement and motivation to Rasulullah (sallallahu alaihi wasallam).
THE STAY IN THE VALLEY OF ABU TAALIB
On one occasion the Mushrikeen of Macca decided that there be a boycott of the Banu Haashim and Banu Abdul Mutallib. No one should sit with them nor speak to them. No one should trade with them nor allow any of them into their homes. Reconciliation will only take place once they (Banu Haashim) decide to hand Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) over to the Mushrikeen, and they be allowed to kill him. This was not only a verbal thing, it was written on a scroll and hung on the walls of the Kaaba Shareef, so that every person get wind of it, and respect it. Due to this treaty, Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), the entire Banu Haashim and Banu Abdul Mutallib, spent three years in the valley, between two mountains. They spent these three years in poverty and starvation. Men , women and children cried out in pangs of hunger and thirst. Rasulullah (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) and all their children also suffered in this valley. They bore this difficulty and starvation in the name of Deen. After three years this treaty was eaten up by termites, thereafter, these people were allowed to come out of the valley.
HADHRAT KHADIJA (radhiAllaahu anha)’S WEALTH WAS SPENT IN ISLAAM’S RISE TO SPLENDOUR
Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) spent all her time and energies in the service of Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam). She also gave all her wealth in the course for Islaam. She submitted all her wealth for this noble course. Allaah Ta?ala addresses Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) in the Qur?aan Shareef as follows:
“And Allaah Ta?ala found you without wealth, and (HE) made you wealthy.”
Regarding this Aayat, the Mufassireen, say that Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) was granted wealth through the wealth of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha). She regarded her wealth to be Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam)’s wealth. Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) said: “She gave me her wealth, which I spent in the path of Allaah Ta?ala.”
Hadhrat Zaid bin Haarith (radhiAllaahu anhu) was being sold in Macca (as a slave). Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) bought him and gave him as a gift to Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam). Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) set him free and made him like a son. Hadhrat Zaid (radhiAllaahu anhu) was also from amongst the very first persons to accept Islaam, and he participated in all the battles with Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam). Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) was the means of his being freed from the clutches of slavery, and placed in the service of Islaam.
PERFORMANCE OF SALAAT
The five times daily Salaat was not yet made Fardh during the lifetime of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha). Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) went for Mi?raj, only after the demise of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha), that is when Salaat was ordained. However, during her lifetime, Salaat in general was performed, and she used to perform it with Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam). Haafiz Ibn Katheer (rahmatullahi alaihi), writes that general Salaat was shown to Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) by Hadhrat Jibraeel (alaihi salaam).
Once he came to Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) and at a certain place where he struck the ground with his heel and a spring of water gushed forth. Both of them made wudhu there, and Hadhrat Jibraeel (alaihi salaam) performed two Rakaats Salaat. Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) learnt wudhu and Salaat from Hadhrat Jibraeel (alaihi salaam).
Thereafter, Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) went home, took the hand of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha), showed her to the place where Hadhrat Jibraeel (alaihi salaam), had shown him, and there he performed wudhu and two Rakaats, as he had seen Hadhrat Jibraeel (alaihi salaam) doing. Thereafter, the two of them performed Salaat in secrecy.
Afeef Kandi reports that he was in Macca, on the occasion of Hajj. He was with Abbaas bin Abdul Mutallib, with whom he came to do business. At that time Hadhrat Abbaas (radhiAllaahu anhu) had not yet accepted Islaam. Afeef says that his eyes suddenly fell upon a person who came out of a tent, went to the Kaaba Shareef, and began performing Salaat. Then he says he saw a lady also come out of the tent and perform Salaat beside this man.
Then he saw a boy also come out and perform Salaat. After seeing this sight, Afeef asked: “Oh Abbas! What religion is this, that until today we were not aware of?” Hadhrat Abbaas (radhiAllaahu anhu) replied: “This youngster is Muhammed bin Abdullah, who claims that Allaah Ta?ala had sent him as a prophet. he also claims that the kingdoms or Qaisar and Kisra (Roman and Persian kings), will be conquered at his hands.
The lady is Khadija binti Khuwailid, who has also brought faith in him. The boy, Ali bin Abi Taalib, is the cousin of the youngster, who had also brought faith in him. Afeef says that he wished he had brought faith on that day, and be counted from amongst the first (mature Males), to have brought Imaan.
NABI (sallallahu alaihi wasallam)’S CHILDREN FROM HADHRAT KHADIJA (radhiAllaahu anha)
Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) also had this honour, that she was the only wife of Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), that bore him children. No other wife of his bore him any children. One son, Hadhrat Ebrahim, was born from his slave, Maria Qibtiya (radhiAllaahu anha). All the historians and researchers are unanimous on this fact, that Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) had four daughters. The majority say that the eldest was Hadhrat Zainab, then Hadhrat Ruqayya, then Hadhrat Umme Kulthoom, then Hadhrat Faatima (radhiAllaahu anhunna ajmaeen).
Regarding the sons of Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) there is a difference of opinion. The reason being that all of them passed away in their infancy, and at that time there was no definite calender in place, which added to the vagueness and uncertainty regarding them.
Majority of the historians, rule that Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) had three sons. Two from Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) and one from Hadhrat Maria Qibtiya (radhiAllaahu anha). Including these two sons, Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) had six children – 4 daughters and 2 sons- from Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha). The first son born to Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) from Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) was Hadhrat Qaasim (radhiAllaahu anhu). This is where Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), attained the title of Abul Qaasim. He was born in Macca, prior to Nabuwwat, and he passed away there also. He had already begun walking and was about 1 to 2 years in age. The second son born to Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) from Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) was Hadhrat Abdullah (radhiAllaahu anhu). He also passed away in his infancy. He was born after Nabuwwat, hence he received the title of “Tayyib” and “Taahir” (both meaning pure).
Regarding the daughters of Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), we have written a separate biography for them. In this (kitaab), the details regarding Hadhrat Ebrahim (radhiAllaahu anhu) are also recorded therein.
HER VIRTUES
The pure and chaste lifestyle of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha), even prior to her acceptance of Islaam, earned her the title of “Taahirah”. After her marriage to Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), the virtues, intelligence, excellences and honour she attained owing to this, is not even necessary to mention.
Hadhrat Aisha (radhiAllaahu anha), mentions that from amongst the wives of Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), she was most envious of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha).That is notwithstanding the fact that she did not even see Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha). The reason for her envy, was that Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) always spoke of her. Many a times he would slaughter a goat and send the meat to the friends of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha). Hadhrat Aisha (radhiAllaahu anha) used to say to Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) on such occasions: “You deliberate upon her (Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) ) so much that one will think that besides her, you do not have any other wife in this world or in the Aakhirah.” Upon hearing this Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), used to say: “She was so excellent, she was so excellent, and I had children from her.” [Bukhari / Muslim]
Subhaanallah, where in this world will you find such affection, attachment and fondness, that a person sends things to the friends of his beloved, after her demise, and he attends to them as she used to when she was alive.
Once Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha), was bringing food to Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), whilst Hadhrat Jibraeel (alaihi salaam) was with him. Before she came in the presence of Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), Hadhrat Jibraeel (alaihi salaam) came close to Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), and made a request. He said; “Khadija is approaching, when she comes to you, convey Allaah Ta?ala’s and my Salaams to her, and give her the glad tidings of such a place in Jannat, which will have pearls. There will be absolutely no noise and clamour there, nor will there be any sort of difficulty or adversity”.
Jannat will be such a place where there will be no undue noise and reprehensible condition. However, Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) was given this special glad tidings, regarding a tranquil and serene Jannat, because she had to undergo such great difficulties and afflictions levelled by the Kuffaar, and she (together with Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam)) had to hear such vile things being said about them, that it placed a great burden upon her. Hence this consolation of a serene abode.
Hadhrat Ibn Abbaas (radhiAllaahu anhu) reports that Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) said that the best of the women in Jannat will be Khadija binti Khuwailid, Faatima binti Muhammed, Maryam binti Imraan and Aasiya binti Mazaahim (wife of Fir?oan).
In one narration Hadhrat Aisha (radhiAllaahu anha), reports: “Whenever Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) entered the house, he would never leave until he mentioned the name of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha). On one such occasion, I blurted out as a (false) sense of honour overcame me; ‘You are reminiscing about an old woman!’. Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) became very annoyed. Thereafter, I decided never to ever speak bad of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha).”
Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) never married another woman during the lifetime of Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha). After her demise he (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) married Hadhrat Aisha (radhiAllaahu anha) and Hadhrat Saudah (radhiAllaahu anha).
HER DEMISE
Hadhrat Khadija (radhiAllaahu anha) passed away in the 10th year after Nabuwwat, in the month of Ramadaan, in Macca Mukarrama. At that time she was 65 years of age. She remained in the company and companionship of Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) for about 25 years. She spent 15 years with Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) before Nabuwwat and 10 years thereafter. At the time of her demise, Salaatul Janaaza was not yet ordained. She was shrouded and buried in the graveyard of “Hujoon”, which is today known as “Jannatul Ma?la”. RadhiAllaahu anha.
Source: Mufti A. Elias ; The Mothers of the Ummat. The beloved wives of Rasulullah (sallallahu alaihi wasallam)
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