The Four Greatest Women in Islam
In short
The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) named four women as the greatest: Fatima (RA), his daughter, known for patience; Khadijah (RA), the first to accept Islam, known for loyalty; Maryam (AS), known for piety and trust in Allah; and Asiya (AS), wife of Pharaoh, who chose faith over royalty and raised Musa (AS).
The four greatest women in Islam as mentioned by the Prophet Muhammad PBUH
Fatima RA: She was called Um abiha (the mother of her father). She would often come to the defence of her father whenever he was attacked. Aisha RA reported that she’d never seen anyone resemble the Prophet PBUH more in speech, character and conversation. She was known for her patience.
Khadijah RA: She was an intelligent, influential and wealthy business woman. She was also the first to accept Islam after the Prophet PBUH received revelation. She undertook many sacrifices to support the Prophet in his mission. She was known for her loyalty and her good character.
Maryam RA: She devoted her life to prayer and worship of the almighty. She was known for her piety, chastity and faith. She demonstrated how to truly have tawakkul- trust in Allah SWT during difficult times.
Asiya RA: She chose faith over royalty. Despite being married to Pharaoh, Asiya AS was still a woman of perfect iman. She was known for her generosity. She raised Musa AS and was a stern believer in Allah SWT. After Pharaoh had become aware of her devotion to faith, she suffered severe oppression.
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Questions answered
Who was the first person to accept Islam?
Khadijah (RA), the Prophet's wife, was the first to accept Islam after he received revelation.
Why is Fatima (RA) called Umm Abiha?
It means "the mother of her father". She defended and cared for the Prophet (PBUH) and resembled him most in speech and character.
Who was Asiya (AS)?
Pharaoh's wife, who raised Musa (AS) and chose faith over royalty despite severe oppression.
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