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Suwayd ibn Saʿīd al-ʿAnṣārī

سَعِيد بْن زَيْد بْن عَمْرو بْن نُفَيْل بْن عَبْد ٱلْعُزَّى ٱلْعَدَوِيّ ٱلْقُرَشِيّ

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d. 671 CE Born in Madinah Ansar

Saʿīd ibn Zayd was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and a prominent figure among the Quraysh tribe in early Islamic history, known for his early conversion and participation in key battles.

Saʿīd ibn Zayd belonged to the Adi clan of the Quraysh tribe in Mecca during the 7th century CE. He converted to Islam by 614 CE, initially keeping his faith secret due to persecution. Saʿīd emigrated to Medina in 622 CE and participated in all battles fought by Muhammad except Badr, where he served as a scout. He was also Muhammad's secretary and recorded Quranic verses. During the caliphate of Muawiya ibn Abi Sufyan, Saʿīd served as Governor of Kufa. He died in 671 CE and was buried in Medina. He was known for his piety and was among the ten companions promised Paradise by Muhammad.

Significance

He was a close companion of Muhammad, a recorder of the Quran, and a governor during the early Islamic caliphate.

Reputation in tradition

Praised in Sunni tradition as one of the ten companions promised Paradise and a trustworthy companion of the Prophet.
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Father

Zayd ibn Amr (زَيْد بْن عَمْر)

Mother

Fatima bint Ba'ja (فاطمة بنت باجة)

Children (14)

Classical grade
thiqa
Generation
Tābiʿ al-Tābiʿīn
Narrations by collection
  • sahih muslim: 0
Why they matter in hadith

He is an important transmitter linking the companions to later generations in Madinah.

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