Person
Hadith narrator

Salamah ibn al-Akwaʿ

سلمة بن الأكوع
622 CE – 674 CE (1 AH – 54 AH)(aged ~52) Born in Madinah Died in Madinah Quraysh

Salamah ibn al-Akwaʿ was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, noted for his bravery, athleticism, and hadith narration. He commanded the Expedition of Dhu Qarad during the early Islamic period.

Salamah ibn al-Akwaʿ al-Aslamī was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad from the tribe of Banu Aslam. He lived during the early Islamic era and was renowned for his exceptional athletic abilities, including his speed and loud voice. Salamah participated in military campaigns, notably commanding the Expedition of Dhu Qarad. He was also a respected narrator of hadith, contributing to the preservation of Islamic teachings. His legacy highlights both his martial and scholarly roles in early Islam. Details about his death are not recorded in the available sources.

Significance

He is significant as a companion who combined military leadership with hadith transmission.

Reputation in tradition

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

He is significant as a sahabi whose narrations are foundational in hadith literature.

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