Abu Bakr Siddique رَضِيَ اللهُ عَنْهُ A God-Fearing Companion | خدا ترس صحابی |
Channel: To Be Righteous
Date: 2023-06-17

Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq رَضِیَ اللہُ تَعَالٰی عَنْہُ was the senior companion and father-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, as well as the first Caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate. He is known with the honorific title "al-Siddiq" by Sunni Muslims, meaning "the Truthful/Righteous". In this video, we will explore his life, achievements and legacy as one of the most influential figures in Islamic history.

Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq رَضِیَ اللہُ تَعَالٰی عَنْہُ was born in 573 CE in Makkah, to a wealthy and noble family of the Quraysh tribe. His real name was Abdullah, and he was the son of Abu Quhafa, whose real name was Usman. He belonged to the sub-tribe of Banu Taym, which was known for its generosity and hospitality. From his youth, he was far distanced from the oppression and filth that is associated with the period of Ignorance, while being imbued with all the praiseworthy traits of the Arabs of the time. He was honest, brave, intelligent, generous, kind and pious. He was also a successful businessman and a respected leader among his people.

He was one of the first people to embrace Islam, after hearing the message of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. He accepted Islam without any hesitation or doubt, and thus earned the title "al-Siddiq" from the Prophet ﷺ. He was also one of the most loyal and devoted companions of the Prophet ﷺ, who supported him with his wealth, wisdom and courage in every situation. He participated in almost all battles under the Prophet ﷺ, and contributed his wealth in support of Islam. He also invited many prominent people to Islam, such as Hazrat Umar رَضِیَ اللہُ تَعَالٰی عَنْہُ , Hazrat Uthman رَضِیَ اللہُ تَعَالٰی عَنْہُ , Hazrat Talha رَضِیَ اللہُ تَعَالٰی عَنْہُ , Hazrat Zubair رَضِیَ اللہُ تَعَالٰی عَنْہُ , Hazrat Abdur Rahman bin Auf رَضِیَ اللہُ تَعَالٰی عَنْہُ , Hazrat Sa'd bin Abi Waqqas رَضِیَ اللہُ تَعَالٰی عَنْہُ and many others.

He also accompanied the Prophet ﷺ on his migration to Madinah, sharing with him the hardships and dangers of the journey. He was also present with him in the Cave of Hira, where they were protected by Allah from their enemies. He remained the closest advisor and friend of the Prophet ﷺ throughout his life, being present at almost all his military conflicts and social affairs. He also led the prayers and expeditions in the absence of the Prophet ﷺ.

Following the death of the Prophet ﷺ in 632 CE, Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq رَضِیَ اللہُ تَعَالٰی عَنْہُ succeeded him as the leader of the Muslim community as the first Rashidun Caliph. His election was opposed by some rebellious tribal leaders, who had apostatized from Islam or refused to pay zakat. During his reign, he overcame a number of uprisings, collectively known as the Ridda Wars, as a result of which he was able to consolidate and expand the rule of Islam over the entire Arabian Peninsula. He also commanded the initial incursions into the neighboring Sassanian and Byzantine empires, which in the years following his death, would eventually result in the Muslim conquests of Persia and Syria.

Apart from politics, Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq رَضِیَ اللہُ تَعَالٰی عَنْہُ is also credited for the compilation of the Quran, of which he had a personal caliphal codex. He also narrated many hadiths from the Prophet ﷺ, and was a source of guidance and knowledge for the Muslims. He nominated his principal adviser Hazrat Umar رَضِیَ اللہُ تَعَالٰی عَنْہُ as his successor before dying in August 634 CE. He died of illness after a reign of 2 years, 2 months and 14 days, the only Rashidun Caliph to die of natural causes. He is buried next to the Prophet ﷺ in the Green Dome at the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah, the second holiest site in Islam.

Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq رَضِیَ اللہُ تَعَالٰی عَنْہُ was a great example of faith, loyalty, courage, generosity and wisdom. He was one of the ten companions who were promised Paradise by the Prophet ﷺ. He was also one of the four rightly guided caliphs who followed the footsteps of the Prophet ﷺ. He set in motion a historical trajectory that in a few decades would lead to one of the largest empires in history. His victory over the local rebel Arab forces is a significant part of Islamic history. He is widely honored and loved by Muslims around the world.
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