The companions of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) are called the Companions of the Prophet (PBUH). They were fortunate to have seen the Holy Prophet (PBUH) alive in their lifetime and to have listened to his words; that is why they are called Companions. These people were the first to accept Islam and remained steadfast in it until the last moments of their lives, and played a vital role in spreading Islam. Similarly, they also contributed significantly to collecting the Holy Quran. They also played a significant role in shaping Islamic government and law. The 6 famous companions of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) in the List of Sahaba are:
Hazrat Abu Bakar Siddique (RA)

Hazrat Umar Farooq (RA)

Hazrat Usman (RA)

Hazrat Ali ibn Talib (RA)

Hazrat Zubair Ibn Al-Awwam (RA)

Hazrat Abdul Rahman Ibn Awf (RA)

List of Sahaba: Meaning and Importance in Islam

The Companions of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) are those who were closest to him and who learned from him, followed his teachings, and conveyed them to the people.

Quranic definition

وَ السّٰبِقُوْنَ الْاَوَّلُوْنَ مِنَ الْمُهٰجِرِیْنَ وَ الْاَنْصَارِ وَ الَّذِیْنَ اتَّبَعُوْهُمْ بِاِحْسَانٍۙ -رَّضِیَ اللّٰهُ عَنْهُمْ وَ رَضُوْا عَنْهُ وَ اَعَدَّ لَهُمْ جَنّٰتٍ تَجْرِیْ تَحْتَهَا الْاَنْهٰرُ خٰلِدِیْنَ فِیْهَاۤ اَبَدًاؕ- ذٰلِكَ الْفَوْزُ الْعَظِیْمُ
The first of the Muhajirin and Ansar to accept Islam and those who followed them in righteousness – Allah is pleased with them and they are happy with Him. Allah has prepared for them gardens beneath which rivers flow, wherein they will abide forever. That is the greatest achievement.

Hazrat Abu Bakar Siddique (RA)

Before accepting Islam, he was a good businessman, but after he accepted Islam, he spent all his wealth in helping other Muslims. When the problems of Mecca forced him to leave, he moved from Mecca to Medina with Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddique (RA). He participated in many special battles for the Muslims and to save the religion of his Lord, such as the Battle of Badr and the Battle of Uhud. He was the first in the List of Sahaba.

He stood shoulder to shoulder with the Holy Prophet (PBUH). He led the Muslims for 27 months. When he became very ill and felt that he would soon die, he sent a message to Hazrat Ali (RA) to prepare for burial. Hazrat Ali (RA) washed his body after his death, and Hazrat Umar Farooq (RA) led his funeral prayer. He was buried next to the grave of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).

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Hazrat Ali ibn Talib (RA)

Hazrat Ali (RA) was born in the holy city of Mecca. He was one of the close relatives of Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH). He converted to Islam at the age of 10. He was married to Hazrat Fatima (RA), the youngest daughter of Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH). He always helped the Holy Prophet (PBUH). When the enemies surrounded him on the night of the Hijrah, he slept in his bed, risking his life and eluding the enemies so that the Prophet (PBUH) could escape from the enemies. He was the second one in the List of Sahaba.

Due to this bravery, the Holy Prophet (PBUH) was able to leave Mecca. He was the fourth Caliph of Islam. He participated in many battles for Islam. He set a high example of bravery and strength in all the battles. On the 19th of Ramadan, during the Fajr prayer, he was attacked with a poisoned sword in the mosque of Qawafa and fell ill from it. Two days later, on the 21st of Ramadan, he died. His tomb is located in the city of Najaf, Iraq.

Abdul Rahman ibn Auf (RA)

Hazrat Abdur Rahman bin Auf (RA) first went to Abyssinia to escape from oppression and tyranny, and then he came to Medina. His old name was Abd Amr, which the Prophet (PBUH) released and gave him his new name Abdur Rahman. He died after 32 AH and was buried in Jannatul Baqi. His role in the Battle of Uhud was very important. He was the third one in the List of Sahaba.

He stood shoulder to shoulder with the Holy Prophet (PBUH). After talking to Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddique (RA), he accepted Islam. He also showed great bravery in the Battle of Badr and the Battle of Uhud. He was also very important during the reign of the first two caliphs. He helped the group of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA). He (RA) also served in the advisory council of Hazrat Umar Farooq (RA). After he died in Medina, he was buried in Jannatul Baqi.

Hazrat Umar Farooq (RA)

Hazrat Umar (RA) was famous throughout the Arab world for his bravery. Earlier, Muslims had to worship Allah in secret due to fear of oppression, but when he (RA) accepted Islam, Muslims started praying openly. Hazrat Umar (RA) announced his intention to migrate from Mecca to Medina during the Hijrah and acted bravely on the orders of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).

He was not afraid of anyone at all. He (RA) was not afraid of anyone. After becoming the Caliph of the Muslims, he took many steps for their betterment. His era has come to an end, but the legacy of his progress and strength will always be remembered.

Hazrat Usman (RA)

Hazrat Uthman bin Affan (RA) was the third Caliph of the Muslims and was born in Mecca. He (RA) married two daughters of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), Hazrat Ruqayyah (RA) and Hazrat Umm Kulthum (RA). He (RA) embraced Islam on the advice of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) and was among the early Muslims. Hazrat Ali (RA) sent his shield to Hazrat Uthman (RA) for 500 dirhams to cover his wedding expenses.

Hazrat Ali (RA) gave 400 dirhams of this to Hazrat Fatima (RA) as dowry. After that, he returned this shield to Hazrat Ali (RA) as a wedding gift. He (RA) also did a great job of selling standard copies of the Holy Quran in different places.

Hazrat Zubair Ibn Al-Awwam (RA)

Hazrat Zubair bin Al-Awwam (RA) was another close companion of the Prophet (PBUH). He was among the first five people to accept Islam. He always stayed with the Prophet (PBUH). There were many great battles he fought on behalf of the Muslims; for example, the Battle of Badr, the Battle of Uhud, and the Battle of Khaybar. His bright turban made him very visible in the battles.

He was born 28 years before the start of the Hijri calendar. He married Hazrat Asma (RA), the daughter of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA). He participated in every battle that the Prophet (PBUH) fought under his supervision and was the first to take up the sword against the polytheists. He fought on the front lines in the Battle of Badr, and after the Battle of Uhud, the Prophet (PBUH) chose him to pursue the army of Quraysh.

He also participated in the conquest of Egypt and raised the flag during the conquest of Mecca. But this was to be the last battle for him. Amir b. Jarmuz attacked him while he was praying. You then left from there, and he died as a result of that injury.

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Conclusion

The Companions (may Allah be pleased with them) are very fortunate people who saw the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) alive in their lives, learned a lot from him, implemented his teachings, and conveyed them to the world. They made great sacrifices of their lives and wealth in the beginning of Islam and provided a strong foundation for the religion.

Their role in collecting the Holy Quran is a mission of Islam, a mission of government and laws, and of valor on the battlefield. Such are the lives of the greatest List of Sahaba-Hazrat Abu Bakr, Hazrat Umar, Hazrat Uthman, Hazrat Ali, Hazrat Zubair, and Hazrat Abdur Rahman bin Auf (may Allah be pleased with them)-as shining examples of fidelity, sacrifice, and leadership for Islam. Their struggle and services will always be remembered and will remain a guiding light for Muslims.

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