Person
Hadith narrator

Al-Barrāʾ ibn ʿĀzib

البراء بن عازب
631 CE – 674 CE (10 AH – 54 AH)(aged ~43) Born in Madinah Died in Madinah Khazraj (Ansar)

Al-Barrāʾ ibn ʿĀzib was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad from the Ansar of Madinah, noted for his participation in many battles and his narration of hadith.

Al-Barrāʾ ibn ʿĀzib belonged to the Ansar tribe of Madinah during the early Islamic era. He was a companion (Sahabi) of the Prophet Muhammad and took part in numerous battles alongside him. He is well known for transmitting many hadiths, contributing significantly to Islamic tradition. His narrations have been preserved in major hadith collections, reflecting his reliability and close association with the Prophet. Al-Barrāʾ's role as a transmitter helped preserve the teachings and practices of early Islam. Details about his death are not precisely recorded, but he is respected as a venerable figure among the Sahaba.

Significance

He is significant for his close companionship with the Prophet Muhammad and his transmission of numerous hadiths.

Reputation in tradition

Praised in Sunni tradition as a trustworthy companion and reliable narrator of hadith.
Classical grade
sahabi
Generation
Ṣaḥābī (Companion)
Narrations by collection
  • sahih bukhari: 0
Why they matter in hadith

He is a key companion narrator whose hadiths are frequently cited in major collections.

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