The Firsts Ubaydullah ibn Abbas (ra): The Rich Little Brother
Aug 12, 2025
Explore the compelling life of Ubaydullah ibn Abbas, a successful businessman who shunned the spotlight to support his scholar brother. His journey highlights the power of generosity and the impact of philanthropy on knowledge and community. Discover the rules of tahleel in Islamic marriage and the deep familial bonds that enhance religious teachings. Ubaydullah's legacy is a testament that one can serve their faith in diverse and meaningful ways, making a lasting difference beyond the realm of scholarship.
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Childhood Race With The Prophet
- The Prophet ﷺ lined up Abdullah, Ubaidullah, and Kathir and made them race to him so he could hug and kiss whoever reached him first.
- This childhood scene shows the Prophet's loving, playful connection with his family and cousins.
Complementary Paths To Serve
- Ubaydullah embraced commerce while Abdullah pursued knowledge, showing complementary roles within one family.
- Omar Suleiman highlights that one can serve the community through wealth just as others serve through scholarship.
Rewarding A Bedouin's Goat
- While traveling, Ubaydullah and companions were fed by a Bedouin who sacrificed his only pregnant goat.
- Ubaydullah later rewarded the Bedouin with 500 dinars to honor his proportional generosity.