The title 'Maseeh ul Islam' is associated with which Companion of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?

Explanation

Hazrat Abu Zar Ghaffari (R.A) was given the title 'Maseeh ul Islam' due to his extreme piety, ascetic lifestyle (Zuhd), and unwavering devotion to truth. He was known for his fearless criticism of injustice and his simple, humble way of living, which reminded people of the qualities of Prophet Isa (A.S) — hence the title meaning 'Messiah of Islam.' He was one of the earliest converts to Islam and is renowned for his boldness in openly declaring the Shahada in front of the Quraysh at the Kaaba.

Good to know

Hazrat Abu Zar Ghaffari (R.A), whose real name was Jundub ibn Junadah, belonged to the Ghifar tribe. He was the fourth or fifth person to embrace Islam and was known for his strong stance against hoarding of wealth, famously quoting the Quranic verse about those who amass gold and silver without spending in the way of Allah. The Prophet (PBUH) himself praised him, saying 'The earth has not carried, nor has the sky shaded a more truthful person than Abu Zar.'

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