Uthman (R)'s
Early Life & Conversion
Early Life & Conversion
What tribe did Uthman belong to?
Banu Umayyah
What powerful statement did Uthman make about Islam and the Prophet ﷺ?
“I will never give up Islam, & I will never part ways from the Prophet.”
Did Uthman have a lot of wealth and what did he use it for?
Yes, but he always used it for good
Which family members did Uthman lose?
Ruqayyah, Umm Kulthoom, and his son Abdullah
How often did Uthman read the Quran?
Twice a day
What was Uthman's profession before Islam?
Merchant
What special title did Uthman earn for marrying two daughters of the Prophet ﷺ?
Dhul-Nurayn (Possessor of Two Lights)
What did Uthman donate during the Tabuk expedition?
940 camels, 60 horses, and heaps of money
What did Uthman grieve most deeply?
Losing his connection with the Prophet ﷺ
What amazing thing did Uthman do in prayer?
He read the entire Quran in one raka’ah
Who introduced Uthman to Islam?
Abu Bakr as-Siddiq
What does “Dhul-Nurayn” mean?
Possessor of Two Lights
How did Uthman treat his wealth?
He was never arrogant about it
What happened during the siege of Uthman’s house?
He was denied food, water, and couldn't pray in the masjid
What happened while Uthman was reading the Quran?
He was martyred
What was Uthman's reaction to the Quran when he first heard it?
He was deeply moved and accepted Islam immediately.
Who were the two daughters of the Prophet ﷺ that Uthman married?
Ruqayyah and Umm Kulthoom
What did people say about Uthman’s generosity?
He gave like someone who didn’t fear poverty
Did Uthman fight back during the siege?
No, he stayed peaceful and patient
What verse did his blood fall on?
فَسَيَكْفِيكَهُمُ اللَّهُ ۚ وَهُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:137)
What made Uthman’s conversion unique among early Muslims?
What made Uthman’s conversion unique among early Muslims?
What made Uthman’s nickname so unique among the companions?
He was the only one to marry two daughters of the Prophet ﷺ
Why is Uthman remembered for his sadaqah?
He gave huge donations to help the Muslim community
What did Uthman do during his final moments?
He was fasting and reading the Quran
What glad tidings did the Prophet ﷺ give Uthman?
He was promised Jannah and called one of the martyrs