An Example of Noble Character

Khadijah received this reward because she lived a life of unwavering loyalty to the Prophet of Islam. She never once expressed dissatisfaction or doubt. When he declared his prophethood, she immediately believed him without hesitation. She remained his steadfast companion in his mission until the very end. AISHA: A LEGACY OF KNOWLEDGE AND SIMPLICITY Aisha was the daughter of Abu Bakr al-Siddiq. She was born in Makkah eight years before the migration (Hijrah) and passed away in the year 58 AH at the age of 66. After the passing of Khadijah, Khawla bint Hakim approached Abu Bakr on behalf of the Prophet of Islam with a marriage proposal for Aisha. Abu Bakr replied that Mut’im ibn ‘Adi had previously proposed a marriage between his son Jubayr and Aisha, and he had accepted it. He added, “By God, Abu Bakr has never gone back on a promise.” Later, Abu Bakr went to Mut’im to discuss the matter. Mut’im asked his wife for her opinion. She said, addressing Abu Bakr, “If my son marries your daughter, I fear he may abandon our ancestral faith and adopt yours (Islam).” Abu Bakr then turned to Mut’im, who replied, “You heard what my wife said.” In this way, both Mut’im and his wife declined the proposal. Abu Bakr then understood that he was no longer bound