Which wife of the Holy Prophet (SAW) was renowned for her scholarship?

Explanation

Hazrat Ayesha (R.A) was the daughter of Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) and is considered one of the most learned women in Islamic history. She narrated over 2,210 Hadiths and possessed deep knowledge of the Quran, Islamic jurisprudence, medicine, and Arabic poetry. Even senior companions of the Prophet (SAW) would consult her on complex religious matters, earning her the title "Mother of the Believers" and recognition as a leading scholar of her time.

Good to know

Hazrat Ayesha (R.A) was married to the Holy Prophet (SAW) after the migration to Madina and was the only wife who was a virgin at the time of marriage. She was about 18 years old when the Prophet (SAW) passed away and lived for approximately 48 years after his demise, during which she became a primary source of Islamic knowledge. Her house became a center of learning, and many prominent tabi'un studied under her guidance.

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