Anas Ibn Malik
Where was Anas ibn Mālik (RA) born?
Yathrib (later called Madinah)
What was Zayd ibn Thābit’s special job for the Prophet ﷺ, often called in Arabic Kātib al-Waḥy?
He was the Scribe of Revelation who wrote down the Qur’an when it was revealed.
At what age did Anas (RA) begin serving the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ?
10 years old
How old was Zayd ibn Thābit (RA) when he became Muslim, and what had he already memorized?
He was 11 years old and had memorized many parts of the Qur’an.
Who brought Anas (RA) to the Prophet ﷺ and asked that he serve him?
His mother, Umm Sulaym
What language did the Prophet ﷺ ask Zayd, the Kātib al-Waḥy, to learn to help with letters, and how fast did he learn it?
He learned Hebrew in 17 days.
What three things did the Prophet ﷺ pray for Anas (RA) to receive in his life—and they all came true?
A long life, many children, and blessings in wealth
After the Prophet ﷺ passed away, what important job did Zayd lead involving the Qur’an?
He led the work to collect and compile the Qur’an into one book.
Which famous scholar was taught by Anas ibn Mālik (RA), and in which city did Anas help spread Islam?
Hasan al-Basri; Basra
Zayd ibn Thābit was the youngest companion to join what important group advising the Prophet ﷺ? Also, which two languages did he learn to help with official letters?
He was the youngest member of the shūrā (council), and he learned Hebrew and Syriac.