Who is known by the title 'Maseeh ul Islam'?

Explanation

Hazrat Abu Zar Ghaffari R.A. was one of the earliest converts to Islam, known for his extreme piety, asceticism, and outspoken advocacy for the poor and downtrodden. The title 'Maseeh ul Islam' reflects his Christ-like simplicity, devotion, and courage in speaking truth to power. He was also known by the title 'Maseeh-ul-Ummat' and was famous for his strict adherence to the Prophet's (PBUH) teachings even after the Prophet's passing.

Good to know

Hazrat Abu Zar Ghaffari R.A., whose actual name was Jundub ibn Junadah, belonged to the Ghifar tribe and was among the very first to embrace Islam in Makkah. He is renowned for his boldness in publicly proclaiming the Kalima near the Kaaba despite severe persecution. The Prophet (PBUH) himself praised him, saying "The earth has not carried, nor the sky covered, a more truthful person than Abu Zar." He passed away in Rabadha during the caliphate of Hazrat Usman R.A.

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