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Seerah: Makkan PeriodBirth & Early Life

Who among the following was the foster brother of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)?

  1. A.Hazrat Abdullah bin Harith (R.A)Correct answer
  2. B.Hazrat Abdullah bin Abbas (R.A)
  3. C.Hazrat Abdullah bin Umar (R.A)
  4. D.Hazrat Abdullah bin Masood (R.A)

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Quick fact: The foster brother of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) was Hazrat Abdullah bin Harith (R.A).

Explanation

The Holy Prophet (PBUH) was nursed by Halima Saadia (R.A) of the Banu Sa'd tribe. During his stay with the foster family, Hazrat Abdullah bin Harith (R.A), the son of Halima Saadia, became his foster brother through suckling. This relationship is significant because it shows the deep bond the Prophet (PBUH) maintained with his foster family throughout his life, and he always remembered Halima Saadia with great affection and respect.

Good to know

The Holy Prophet (PBUH) was entrusted to Halima Saadia (R.A) shortly after his birth, as was the custom among the Quraysh to send infants to the desert for a healthier upbringing. Halima Saadia belonged to the Banu Sa'd bin Bakr tribe. Along with Hazrat Abdullah bin Harith, the Prophet (PBUH) also had two foster sisters, Hazrat Shayma (R.A) and Hazrat Unaysa (R.A), who were daughters of Halima Saadia.

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