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How was Abdallah to Abdul-Muttalib?
Abdallah was the favorite son of Abdulmutalib.
How long did Abdallah’s marriage last?
Abdallah’s marriage was extremely short-termed.
When did Abdallah, the prophet’s father, die?
Abdallah died during a trading expedition to Syria.
Where did Abdallah, the prophet’s father, die?
Abdallah died in Madina, going home to Makkah.
Where was Abdallah buried?
Abdallah was buried in Madina.
How old was Abdallah at his death?
Abdallah was twenty- five years old.
Why didn’t the prophet have a brother?
Because his parents begot none but him.
Who was the first mَother to suckle Mohammad?
She was (Thuaybah) Abu Lahab’s maid.
What was Abu Lahab’s real name?
It was Abdul-Uzzah ibn Abdul-Muttalib.
Why was he nicknamed Abu Lahab?
Due to his handsomeness & glowing face.
What does the Arabic word “Abu Lahab” mean?
It means “the person with the flame” of fire.
Why was Mohammad sent away to the desert?
As it was the Arabs’ custom to do so.
How did the children benefit from this custom?
The children grew up in the free & healthy area.
What did the children develop there?
They developed strong bodies & language.
Who was the prophet entrusted to?
The prophet was entrusted to Halima al- Sadia.
Who was Halima’s husband?
Halima’s husband was al-Harith ibn Abd al- Uzza.
Why did the wet nurses reject baby Mohammad?
Mohammad was an orphan, whose parents wouldn’t pay much, they thought.
Why did Halima take Mohammad?
As Halima found no one but him to take.
What happened to Halima and Al Harith when Mohammd lived with them?
Strokes of good fortune happened to the couple.
What happened to Halima on taking Mohammad?
Halima’s breasts overflowed with milk.
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