Who was the first person to embrace Islam in Yemen?

Explanation

Hazrat Zoaib bin Khabain (RA) holds the distinction of being the first individual from Yemen to accept Islam. Yemen was among the regions that received the message of Islam early on, and the Prophet (PBUH) later sent governors like Hazrat Muadh bin Jabal (RA) to teach and spread Islam there. This highlights how Islam gradually expanded beyond Makkah and Madina into different regions through early converts.

Good to know

Yemen was one of the earliest regions outside the Hijaz to receive the message of Islam. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) maintained strong ties with Yemen and later appointed Hazrat Muadh bin Jabal (RA) as governor and teacher to the people of Yemen. Several prominent companions hailed from Yemen, including Hazrat Abu Musa Ashari (RA), who played a key role in early Islamic conquests and administration.

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