02 - The Possessor Of The Two Lights

Summary

This video delves into the life of Uthman ibn Affan, the third rightly guided caliph of Islam. It covers his noble lineage, personal attributes, and his close relationship with the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as both his cousin and son-in-law. Known for his wealth, modesty, and generosity, Uthman played a vital role in the early Islamic community. The video highlights his character, contributions to Islam, and leadership as caliph, including his expansion of the Prophet's mosque and support for the Muslim community through his immense generosity.

Takeaways

• 🕌 Uthman ibn Affan was the third Rightly Guided Caliph of Islam and a close companion of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), related both by family and by faith.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Uthman’s lineage was connected to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) through his grandmother, who was the Prophet’s aunt, making Uthman his cousin.
• 💡 Uthman was known as 'Dhul-Nurayn' or 'The Possessor of Two Lights' because he married two of the Prophet’s daughters, first Ruqayyah and after her death, Umm Kulthum.
• 📜 Uthman was known for his piety, modesty, and wealth. Even before Islam, he was respected for never engaging in idolatry, adultery, or alcohol consumption.
• 🛍️ Uthman was a wealthy businessman and tradesman, both before and after converting to Islam. He used his wealth generously to support the Islamic cause.
• 📖 Uthman had a close relationship with the Qur'an and was one of the notable memorizers of the Qur'an. He also recited it completely to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
• 🕋 Despite the trials and tribulations during his early Islamic life, Uthman stayed steadfast in his faith and even migrated to Abyssinia twice for safety.
• 🤲 Uthman was extremely generous with his wealth, buying and donating essential properties for the Muslim community, such as the well in Medina and land for the mosque's expansion.
• 😊 Uthman was known for his physical appearance—tall, with thick hair, a full beard, and handsome features. He often dyed his beard with saffron.
• 🙏 Uthman was highly regarded for his shyness and humility, to the point where even the angels were said to feel shy in his presence.

Q & A

Who was Uthman ibn Affan in relation to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?

Uthman ibn Affan was the cousin of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as his grandmother was the full sister of the Prophet's father, Abdullah. He was also the son-in-law of the Prophet, having been married to two of his daughters.

Why was Uthman given the nickname 'Dhul-Nurayn' (The Possessor of Two Lights)?

Uthman was given the nickname 'Dhul-Nurayn' because he was married to two daughters of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), Ruqayyah and after her death, Umm Kulthum. It is said no man before had been married to two daughters of a Prophet.

What were some notable physical characteristics of Uthman?

Uthman was described as a man of average height with handsome features, a bald spot, bow-legged, and a hooked nose. He had big calves, long arms, thick hair, and a large beard, which he would dye with saffron.

What virtues did Uthman exhibit before accepting Islam?

Even before accepting Islam, Uthman was known for his modesty, eloquence, and honor. He never worshiped idols, drank alcohol, or committed zina (fornication), maintaining his personal integrity during the time of Jahiliyyah.

How did Uthman accept Islam, and what was his role in its early days?

Uthman accepted Islam through the da'wah (invitation to Islam) of Abu Bakr. After a brief conversation with the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), Uthman embraced Islam and became one of the earliest converts, strengthening the small Muslim community.

How did Uthman contribute financially to the Muslim community after accepting Islam?

Uthman used his wealth to support the Muslim community. He bought the well of Rumah in Medina for the Muslims to have access to water and also financed the expansion of the Prophet's Mosque. His wealth was consistently spent in charity for the sake of Allah.

How did Uthman respond to persecution after accepting Islam?

Uthman faced persecution from his own family after accepting Islam, including being tied up by his uncle. Despite the threats and pressure to leave Islam, Uthman refused and remained steadfast in his faith.

What was Uthman’s reputation regarding modesty and shyness?

Uthman was known for his extreme modesty and shyness. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) once said that even the angels were shy around Uthman. This characteristic was one of his most defining traits, influencing his behavior and interactions.

What significant event occurred involving Uthman during the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah?

During the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah, Uthman was sent to negotiate with the Quraysh in Mecca. When a rumor spread that Uthman had been killed, the Prophet took a pledge from the Sahaba on Uthman's behalf, showing their solidarity and respect for him.

What role did Uthman play in preserving the Quran, and how was it significant to his life?

Uthman was known for his strong attachment to the Quran, having memorized it and recited it to the Prophet before his death. His dedication to learning and preserving the Quran played a key role in his life, guiding his actions and decisions as a leader.

Outlines

00:00

🌟 The Early Life and Background of Uthman ibn Affan

This paragraph provides an introduction to Uthman ibn Affan, the third rightly guided Caliph of Islam. It highlights his lineage, which closely connects with the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), as he was not only from the same tribe of Quraish but also a cousin of the Prophet through his grandmother. It explains how Uthman’s kunya (nickname) 'Abu Abdullah' originated after his first child was born and how he earned the title 'Dhul-Nurayn' (The Possessor of Two Lights) because he married two daughters of the Prophet (Ruqayyah and Umm Kulthum). The paragraph also mentions his physical characteristics, his pious nature, and the honorable qualities he possessed before and after converting to Islam, including his commitment to modesty, wealth, eloquence, and never indulging in idolatry, zina (fornication), or drinking alcohol.

05:01

🕌 Uthman’s Conversion to Islam and His Early Journey

This section describes Uthman’s conversion to Islam and his significant role during the early days of the faith. It details how he embraced Islam quickly upon hearing the teachings of Abu Bakr and the Prophet Muhammad, showing his sincere belief. Despite facing immense pressure and persecution from his family, particularly from his uncle who attempted to force him to abandon Islam, Uthman remained steadfast in his faith. It also highlights how Uthman became the Prophet's son-in-law by marrying his daughter Ruqayyah after the Prophet's daughters were divorced by their previous husbands due to pressure from their families. This union brought great joy and honor to both Uthman and the Prophet.

10:03

💍 The Marriages and Family Life of Uthman

This paragraph focuses on Uthman's family life, detailing his marriages and children. It emphasizes how Uthman married Ruqayyah, the daughter of the Prophet, and then, after her death, married her sister Umm Kulthum, becoming the only man to marry two daughters of a Prophet. It also mentions that Uthman married multiple times throughout his life, having several children. His first son, Abdullah, was from Ruqayyah but died at a young age, which greatly saddened the Prophet. Uthman's strong connection with the Prophet and his close companions is further highlighted, as he remained in Medina even after the Prophet's death, demonstrating his deep attachment to the Muslim community and the central role he played within it.

15:04

💧 Uthman's Contributions and Charitable Deeds

This part elaborates on Uthman's immense generosity, wealth, and contributions to the Muslim community. It describes his purchase of the 'Well of Rumah,' which he offered for the benefit of the Muslims, securing his place in Paradise. He also bought land to expand the Prophet's Mosque in Medina, demonstrating his dedication to serving Islam. Uthman's incredible shyness and humility are highlighted through anecdotes, such as how even the Prophet acknowledged his modesty by treating him with extra care and respect. The paragraph also touches upon Uthman's unwavering dedication to using his wealth for the sake of Allah and his determination to remain a man of integrity, never allowing his prosperity to lead him astray.

Keywords

💡Khalifa

A Khalifa refers to a leader or successor in Islam, responsible for the administration and governance of the Muslim community. In the video, Uthman is described as the third rightly guided Khalifa, which highlights his role in leading the Islamic state after Prophet Muhammad's death, continuing the legacy of governance and religious leadership after Abu Bakr and Umar.

💡Quraysh

The Quraysh is the powerful tribe in Mecca to which both Uthman and the Prophet Muhammad belonged. The video emphasizes Uthman’s lineage, as his connection to the Prophet through both family and tribal ties played a significant role in his standing within the early Muslim community. The Quraysh were initially resistant to Islam but later many of its members became key figures in its spread.

💡Kunya

Kunya is an honorific title in Arab culture, often formed by the addition of 'Abu' (father of) or 'Umm' (mother of), followed by the name of the person's child. In the video, Uthman is referred to as 'Abu Abdullah' after the birth of his son Abdullah, which reflects both his personal status and the cultural practice of identifying people by their children.

💡Nurain

Nurain, meaning 'the possessor of two lights,' is a nickname given to Uthman because he was married to two daughters of the Prophet Muhammad, Ruqayyah and then Umm Kulthum. This title symbolizes Uthman’s unique honor in being married to two of the Prophet's daughters, something no other man in history has achieved. It also signifies his close familial relationship with the Prophet.

💡Shyness

Shyness, or 'haya,' is one of Uthman’s most well-known characteristics, as described in the video. His deep sense of modesty and humility was so profound that even the Angels were said to be shy in his presence. The video illustrates this trait by recounting moments when the Prophet Muhammad showed extra respect for Uthman’s modesty, a key quality of his personality.

💡Abyssinia

Abyssinia, or modern-day Ethiopia, was the place where some early Muslims sought refuge during the early persecution in Mecca. Uthman and his wife Ruqayyah were part of this migration, showcasing their dedication to Islam even in its early, difficult days. The migration to Abyssinia is significant as it reflects the hardships endured by early Muslims and their quest for safety and religious freedom.

💡Treaty of Hudaybiyyah

The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah was a pivotal peace agreement between the Muslims and the Quraysh of Mecca. The video recounts Uthman’s role in the negotiations, where he was sent to Mecca by the Prophet Muhammad. His involvement highlights his diplomatic skills and loyalty. The pledge, where the Prophet took an oath on Uthman’s behalf, emphasizes the trust and respect Uthman held within the Muslim community.

💡Well of Ruma

The Well of Ruma was a water source that Uthman purchased for the Muslim community when they were in need of fresh drinking water in Medina. This act of generosity is one of Uthman’s significant contributions and is noted in the video to show his charitable nature and use of personal wealth for the benefit of the Muslim Ummah. His purchase ensured free access to water for the community and earned him a place in Jannah (paradise) according to the Prophet’s promise.

💡Quran Recitation

Uthman was known for his deep connection to the Quran, as described in the video. He would recite the Quran day and night, and was one of the companions who memorized and preserved it. His relationship with the Quran, both in memorization and implementation, showcases his dedication to the message of Islam. Uthman’s work in compiling the Quran into a standardized text is one of his lasting legacies.

💡Modesty

Modesty, or 'haya,' was a defining trait of Uthman, often mentioned in the video as one of his greatest virtues. The Prophet Muhammad praised Uthman for his exceptional level of shyness, and even the angels were said to be shy of him. This characteristic influenced Uthman’s conduct, making him a humble and respected leader, both before and during his caliphate.

Highlights

Uthman bin Affan was the third rightly guided Khalifa of the Muslim community and cousin of Prophet Muhammad.

He was married to two daughters of Prophet Muhammad, Rukaya and Umm Kulthum, earning him the nickname 'Dhul Nurain' (The Possessor of Two Lights).

Uthman was born six years after the Year of the Elephant, making him five to six years younger than Prophet Muhammad.

He was known for his wealth, modesty, eloquence, and honor even before accepting Islam.

Uthman had never prostrated to an idol, committed zina, or consumed alcohol, even during the era of ignorance (Jahiliyyah).

Uthman accepted Islam after hearing about the religion through Abu Bakr and immediately embraced it without hesitation.

He was persecuted by his uncle for accepting Islam but remained steadfast in his new faith, refusing to revert to his ancestral religion.

Uthman was part of the first and second migrations to Abyssinia (modern-day Ethiopia) to escape persecution in Mecca.

He was a successful businessman and continued to thrive in trade after converting to Islam, using his wealth for charitable causes.

Uthman financed the purchase of the Well of Rumah for the Muslim community, ensuring free water access for Medina's inhabitants.

He expanded the Prophet's Mosque in Medina, purchasing the adjacent land to accommodate the growing number of Muslims.

Uthman was known for his extreme modesty and shyness, traits that were praised by Prophet Muhammad, who stated that even the angels were shy before Uthman.

He was deeply committed to learning and memorizing the Quran, often reciting it day and night, which was another reason behind his title 'Dhul Nurain'.

Uthman’s character remained unchanged by his wealth, always using his riches for the benefit of Islam without letting it corrupt his spirituality.

As Khalifa, Uthman continued the policies of his predecessors and ensured the stability and prosperity of the Muslim community during his leadership.

Transcripts

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was appointed as Khalifa and Earthman

was the third rightly guided Khalifa of

the Muslim

before we go into the khilaf of uthman

and how he

ruled and how he was as a Khalifa

governing the different provinces and

the openings that took place and so

forth we want to get to know Earth man a

bit and who he was and the different

matters in his life between Mecca and

between Medina

as we know he is

and his full name is

and his lineage meets with the lineage

of the prophet sallallahu

and he's from the original tribes of

quraish and not only does his lineage

meet with that of the prophet sallam in

Abid manav his grandmother was the full

sister of Abdullah the father of

Muhammad sallallahu alaihi wasallam so

he was the cousin of the prophet

sallallahu

and that was a great aspect foreign

not being only close to him by the ties

of Islam but also being close to him by

the ties of lineage his kunya during the

when he got married to the daughter of

the prophet

and she had his first child his kunya

became Abu Abdullah

and then we have what is called a lockup

or a nickname and this is usually given

by the people to the person

is known by one very famous

the one of the two lights

was because he was married to two

daughters

of the Prophet sallallahu alaihi

wasallam not at the same time he was

first married to ruke

she died in the first series of Medina

and then after that the prophet sallam

married him to his other daughter um

and the relame they mentioned that there

is no previous man who ever got married

to two daughters of a prophetory

messenger except

another narration that mentions why he

was called the nurain is because he used

to recite the Quran during the day and

during the night and this is a Noor from

Allah

he was born six years after the incident

of the elephant and the Visa was born

when the year of the elephant Earthman

was born six years after that so he's

about five or six years younger then the

prophet sallallahu

so he was close in age to the prophet

sallallahu alaihi wasallam

he said man was a man of average height

with handsome

hair and face in a bold spot he was

bow-legged and with or with a hooked

nose big calves and long arms that were

covered with hair he had the most

handsome mouth of all the people his

speech Annie soft skinned with a huge

thick bead and thick hair on his head

and he used to dye his beard with a

zafaran or saffron and that's why he was

known to be one of the handsome sahiba

one of the good-looking sahaba about the

Allahu

before his and entering into Islam

was from amongst the best of people of

quraish and he was known for his wealth

his modesty and his eloquent in speech

he was a man of Honor he was a man of

modesty and he was a man who preserved

himself

as he mentions himself he says never in

my life did I prostrate to an idol never

in my life did I commit Zina

this is yeti during the time of jehalia

now Islam no nothing but a man of Honor

a man who preserves himself since I

never committed Zina I never drank

alcohol and he comes from a wealthy

family

and before Islam and after Islam and

until he died

he was a Tradesman he was a businessman

he used to trade he used to send camels

back and forth he had his own trade link

between Mecca before and then Madina and

the different lands around him

and he was known for his wealth and he

had inherited his wealth in the business

from his father

and he continued in the business of his

father and he became successful in that

business so during jahiliyah he was an

honorable Man known to quresh respected

amongst his people and the person like

that with the coming of Islam the person

is only going to improve because Islam

adds on to those virtues and perfects it

the prophecy of Muhammad sallallahu

alaihi wasallam was sent down by Allah

and

muhammadillah

was chosen as the prophet and messenger

the man from quraish

to be the last and the Seal of prophets

and Messengers

at the time was the age of 34.

and as we know the first

human being to accept Islam was his wife

Khadijah

the first man to accept Islam was

the first youth to accept Islam was

from the many virtues that he has in the

in his status

is that he was the dairy of Islam in its

early stages and Abu Bakr entering into

this religion he began his Darwa and

from the first people that he called to

Islam was

and it wasn't something that

needed months of speaking of there were

no

one talk from

who opened the heart of uthman then went

to the prophet

wasallam spoke to them about Islam and

logic

and the person who really wants the best

for themselves they accepted Islam there

and then

and they were from the first people to

enter into Islam and follow the prophet

sallallahu alaihi wasallam from the

first days of Islam with the birth of

Islam

who took Islam and accepted the religion

of Islam and then never looked back

when Earthman became a Muslim the Muslim

around him that small number of

believers

rejoiced with the Islam of Earthman

who like the sahaba was cured by the

people of Mecca and he was visited by

his own Uncle whom had tied him up and

being left there

unless you leave Islam

he said to his nephew he says I am not

going to let you go until you leave

the dean of Muhammad and you go back to

the Deen the religion of your

forefathers

he says do what you want to do for I

will never leave the religion of

Muhammad

I will never leave the dean of Allah

now the prophet sallallahu

before

his prophecy

he had married two of his daughters to

two sons of Abdullah and

um

but that marriage was not yet

consummated meaning that his daughters

were still at his house with him

during his call to Islam one of the main

ones who opposed him was

um Hakeem his wife was also one of the

enemies of the prophet sallallahu alaihi

wasallam and one of the enemies of Islam

Abdullah and his wife um Hakeem ordered

their sons to divorce the daughters of

the prophet sallam and let them stay at

home with their father

and they won't get anyone better to get

married to when the divorce took place

and the sons of Abdullah divorced the

daughters of the prophet sallallahu

wasallam

he proposed

and offered of his daughter

he never got married before

and her and this was from the most

joyful moments

what a position what an honor and what a

moment

like the people they do today in which

they prepare their daughters and so

forth for marriage and it was said after

they got married that they were the best

looking couple anyone has ever seen

and then he said to his daughter the

prophet sallam entered upon his daughter

when she was watching the head of uthman

and he said

be beautiful take care of Abdullah

for verily he is the closest of my

companions to me in his manners in his

etiquettes in his attitude

take care of him

throughout his life got married eight

times

first he got married too the daughter of

the Prophet then after she passed away

got married to her sister Uncle Tom and

then um passed away also before the

death of the prophet sallallahu and then

he got married after that throughout his

life and he lived a long life to his 80s

then had many children many boys and

many girls his first son was Abdullah

the son or the grandson of the Prophet

sallallahu alaihi wasallam the son of

rukaya

but his son from passed away at a young

age and the prophet sallam was very

saddened by the death of and his

grandchild Abdullah and

who he never lived outside of Medina

he stayed in Medina stayed close to the

prophet sallallahu alaihi wasallam and

then even after his death remained close

to Abu Bakr after his death he remained

close to Umar and then as Khalifa he

remained in Medina so he didn't leave

Medina and Medina at that time was that

protected

capital of the Muslim

and as we mentioned in the time of

ramadanu he made sure that the major

sahaba stayed in Medina

stayed close to him in Medina unless

there was a necessity to send them out

why to keep that environment

in Medina and to keep those sahaba close

to the Khalifa

because as we mentioned many times the

Khalifa

is as strong as his counsel and the

people who are around him there was two

migrations that took place before the

migration to Medina migrated to

abyssinia to al-habasha the first

migration took place and then the second

migration took placeman and his wife

they both took those migrations and

migrated to El habasha even though we

short-lived and not for long but it

shows you to what extent

in with the trials and tribulations and

the hardship that they were going to

that they had to leave their own land

the life

attached and took as a companion the

Quran

and he narrates himself the way in which

they used to learn the Quran he says

that me in the sahaba like Abdullah and

so forth we used to learn 10 verses

and then we wouldn't move forward and

learn more verses until we have

memorized understood and implemented

those ten verses and that's why who was

one of the ones who was known as a

memorize of the Quran and he had recited

the Quran to the prophet sallam

the complete Quran before his death

so he lived a life in which he

took the Quran as a companion

and he took the Quran and the Quran

guided him through his life

during the time in Medina he remained

close to the prophet sallallahu alaihi

wasallam learning of him

taking in that experience as being the

companion of the prophet sallallahu

alaihi wasallam he took part in a

different Expeditions he was given the

bear

by the prophet sallam himself in the

Treaty of her debut when uthman was sent

in to Mecca to negotiate and then the

rumor came out and then the bear was

given and Nabis he took his hand in his

own hand and he said

this is from Earth man and he made sure

that the sahaba they saw it this man

when he entered into Mecca and

negotiated with them they told him go

and circulate the Kaaba foreign

and he continued in funding he didn't

just pack his stuff up neglect his work

give up his work and then go and stick

with the prophet sallallahu alaihi

wasallam now if anything his business

became more prosperous after his Islam

why because he used his business as a

means of pleasing Allah

but the difference with Ruth man and

many people is

who never allowed his wealth to change

him

never allowed his wealth to turn him

away from Allah

and a lot of the virtues of uthman came

behind using his wealth to spend

in the path of Allah and his many

virtues that come with that he was the

one who bought

in Medina when the prophet sallam came

to Medina and there was no fresh water

to drink from except they will and that

well some narrations it mentions was

owned by a Jewish man and he would only

allow the people to take water from it

by paying money said who will buy the

will of Roma and Allah with every drink

of water he will place it for him in

Jannah

foreign

he placed it as a general position of

the ummah

when the Masjid needed expanding the

muslimin grew the number grew said who

will buy the land next to the Masjid and

Allah will replace him for it in Jannah

he put his hand up he bought the land

next to the Masjid and he did the first

extension to the message the number week

in Medina

and his contributions continued and

continued until after the death of the

Prophet sallallahu alaihi sallam until

during the time of Umar during the time

of Becker during his own khilafa

is

his greatest characteristic his shyness

one occasion he was sitting with his

wife before the verses of hijab were

revealed and Abu Bakr had entered

then ramar entered and then when

Earthman wanted to enter he told to get

up and to move and then he set up

then when Earthman came in and he

finished what he was

doing with the prophet sallam he left he

said Aisha asked the professor why did

you do that he said ruthman is a very

shy man if he entered and he saw you

here and he saw the way I was sitting

his shyness would have not allowed him

to speak what he wanted to speak the

other Hadith is when and

was sitting and then Abacus had entered

and the Hadith mentions his thigh or his

shin

doesn't only mention his thigh and a lot

of the narrators they say that the

correct narration is his shin not his

thigh so aubakar entered and he remained

was entering and he covered

himself

why did you not do that he says how

can't I have shyness from a man that the

Angels themselves are shy from Earth men

and we'll start speaking in the weeks to

come of how he ran the khilaf and how he

continued the prosperous path of Irma

and how Allah bless this ummah with

someone like ruthman to be its leader

but the Allah be pleased with him