Faith Community
Islam
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Abu Darda
0586-00-00 – 0652-00-00
Life & Legacy
Uwaymir ibn Zayd ibn Qays al-Ansari (Arabic: عُوَيْمِر بْن زَيْد بْن قَيْس الأَنْصَارِيّ, romanized: ʿUwaymir ibn Zayd ibn Qays al-Anṣārī), better known by the kunya Abu al-Darda (Arabic: أَبُو الدَّرْدَاءِ, romanized: Abū al-Dardāʾ, died 32 AH/652 CE) was a companion of the Islamic prophet Muhammad who was known for being a leading authority on and teacher of the Quran. He was the first qadi of Damascus. He was the husband of his fellow companion, Umm al-Darda.
Occupation & Career
merchant, preacher, qadi, Islamic jurist, muhaddith, businessperson, companions of the Prophet
Faith & Community
Islam
Legacy Highlights
Church
Islam
Organizations & Memberships
Ansar
Verified Legacy Record
Family Child
Bilal ibn Abi Darda
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q1112739 · wikidata
Family Spouse
Umm al-Darda
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Family Spouse
Umm Darda al-Sughra
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Sources & Provenance
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