Early Life
What clan of Quraysh did Uthman ibn Affan (RA) belong to?
The Umayyah clan
Who invited Uthman (RA) to accept Islam?
Abu Bakr as-Siddiq (RA)
What famous well did Uthman (RA) buy and make free for the Muslims?
The Well of Rumah
Uthman (RA) became the Caliph after which companion's death?
Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA)
What did the Prophet ﷺ say about Uthman's modesty and the angels?
"Should I not be shy of a man whom even the angels are shy of?"
What was Uthman's nickname before and after Islam that meant "The Wealthy"
Al-Ghani
What was the name of Uthman's first wife, who was also the Prophet's daughter?
Ruqayyah (RA)
During which battle did Uthman (RA) donate 1,000 camels, 70 horses, and 1,000 gold dinars
The Battle of Tabuk
Approximately how many years did Uthman (RA) serve as Caliph?
12 years
How did Uthman (RA) pass away?
He was martyred while reciting the Quran at home
True or False: Uthman (RA) used to drink alcohol before Islam
False- he never drank even before islam
After Ruqayyah's death, whom did Uthman marry?
Umm Kulthum (RA) another daughter of the Prophet ﷺ
What did the Prophet ﷺ say about Uthman after his great donation for the Battle of Tabuk?
"Nothing will harm Uthman after this day."
What major accomplishments did Uthman (RA) achieve regarding the Quran?
He standardized and complied the Quran into one unified version
What verse was Uthman (RA) reciting when he was martyred?
"So Allah will suffice you against them."- Surah Al-Baqarah 2:137
Around what year was Uthman ibn Affan (RA) born, relative to the Prophet ﷺ ?
6 years after the Prophet ﷺ -around 576 CE
What unique title did Uthman earn because of being married to two of the Prophet's daughter?
Dhul-Noorayn- "The Possessor of Two Lights"
Name one way Uthman (RA) used his wealth to help others besides donating for battle.
Freed slaves, helped the poor, financed the masjid, provided food and water
What did Uthman (RA) establish to protect Muslim trade routes from the Byzantines?
The first Islamic navy
What was one leadership quality that made Uthman (RA) unique compared to other Caliphs?
His gentleness, humility, and preference for peace over conflict
What qualities made Uthman (RA) stand out even before Islam?
His honesty, kindness, modesty, and fair business ethics
How many times did Uthman migrate for the sake of Islam, adn where to?
Twice- to Abyssina and then to Madinah
What was Uthman's intention behind all his giving?
Seeking Allah's pleasure alone, never for recognition or praise
What was the name of the companion who advised Uthman to unify the Quran due to growing dialect differences?
Hudhayfah ibn al Yaman (RA)
What lessons can we take from his life about wealth and power?
Use wealth to serve Allah, stay humble in power, and always act with sincerity and modesty