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The Story of Abdurrahman bin Auf, the Generous Companion of the Prophet Muhammad
Published on 14 Jun 2023
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In the history of Islam, many figures played an important role in the development of the Muslim religion and society. One of them is Abdurrahman bin Auf, a companion of Prophet Muhammad who was known as one of the richest men of his time. This article will explore the life story of Abdurrahman bin Auf and how he achieved such great wealth.
Background of Abdurrahman bin Auf
Abdurrahman bin Auf was born in the city of Makkah in 580 AD. He came from the Quraysh tribe, one of the influential noble tribes in Makkah. Before embracing Islam, Abdurrahman bin Auf was already well-known as an accomplished and successful merchant.
Embracing Islam and His Relationship with the Prophet Muhammad
Abdurrahman bin Auf embraced Islam at the beginning of the Prophet Muhammad's preaching. He was one of the ten companions who were guaranteed to enter heaven by the Prophet Muhammad. Abdurrahman bin Auf had a close relationship with the Prophet Muhammad, and he was often a trusted advisor and companion of the Prophet.
Success as a Merchant
Abdurrahman bin Auf was famous for his success as a merchant. He had expertise in trading and was able to manage his business well. Abdurrahman bin Auf was involved in the trade of cloth and other valuables and had a business footprint that reached various parts of the Middle East.
Abdurrahman bin Auf's Generosity
Despite his abundant wealth, Abdurrahman bin Auf was famous for his generosity. He often gave alms and assisted people in need. In times of difficulty, he also gave loans to his brothers in Islam without asking for high returns.
Contributions to the Development of Islam
Abdurrahman bin Auf made a significant contribution to the development of Islam. He was one of the companions involved in negotiating the Treaty of Hudaibiyah between the Muslims and the Quraysh, which strengthened the Muslim position in Makkah. Abdurrahman bin Auf was also one of the six companions chosen by Caliph Umar bin Khattab to form the Shura Council in charge of choosing the caliph after Umar's death.
Abdurrahman bin Auf was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad who was wealthy but remained humble and generous. He was an exemplary example of successful trading and understanding the importance of assisting others. His life story inspired many people to follow in his footsteps in achieving success and being generous in their lives.
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