Omar Suleiman The Firsts - Abdullah Ibn Amr - Ra The One Who Preserved The Sunnah
Sep 17, 2025
Discover the remarkable transformation of Abdullah Ibn Amr, from a household opposed to Islam to a dedicated preserver of the Sunnah. Explore his unique journey of faith, the commitment to memorizing the Quran, and the importance of moderation in worship. Delve into his role in significant battles and the themes of forgiveness that shaped his legacy. Reflect on the strong familial bonds that transmit Islamic teachings, highlighting the enduring connection between faith and family in the face of challenges.
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Major Preserver Of The Sunnah
- Abdullah ibn Amr documented hundreds of hadith and preserved Sunnah through writing and memorization.
- His contributions are absorbed into major hadith collections like Bukhari, Muslim, and Musnad Ahmad.
Unusually Small Age Gap With His Father
- Ibn Amr's father Amr ibn As reportedly fathered him at age 10–13 and his mother was about nine.
- This unusual age gap made Abdullah effectively his father's peer and shaped their close relationship.
Name Reversal And Divine Irony
- His birth name was Al-As, named after a condemned Qurayshi figure, yet he became the opposite: a devout scholar and recorder of hadith.
- Allah reversed the insult of Al-As when his grandson preserved the Prophet's legacy widely.