Juwayriya bint al-Harith
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Juwayriyah bint al-Harith was a wife of the Prophet Muhammad and a mother of the believers. Here's what we know about her:
- Early Life and Capture*
Juwayriyah was born around 608 CE in Yathrib, Hejaz, Arabia. Her father, Al-Harith ibn Abi Dirar, was the chief of the Banu Mustaliq tribe. She was captured during the Battle of Banu Mustaliq in 627 CE and initially given to Thabit ibn Qais as a slave.
- Marriage to the Prophet*
Juwayriyah approached the Prophet Muhammad to negotiate her freedom, and he offered to marry her instead. After their marriage, the Prophet freed her, and her tribe members, who had been taken captive, were also released. This act of kindness led to many members of her tribe embracing Islam ¹ ².
- Personality and Characteristics*
Juwayriyah was known for her: - *Exceptional Beauty*: She was described as being as beautiful as a fairy, captivating everyone who saw her. - *Intelligence and Wisdom*: She was well-versed in language and literature, and her strong grasp of Arabic was highly prized by the Arabs. - *Piety and Devotion*: She spent most of her time in worship, remembrance of Allah, and deep contemplation. - *Generosity and Charity*: She was known for giving charity and freeing slaves. - *Outspokenness*: She stood up for her rights and the rights of others, even speaking up to Umar ibn Al-Khattab when she felt he was being unjust ³ ² ¹.
- Legacy*
Juwayriyah passed away around 676 CE in Medina, at the age of 65. She was buried in Jannat al-Baqi, alongside other wives of the Prophet Muhammad. Her marriage to the Prophet was a significant event that brought peace and prosperity to her tribe, and her legacy continues to inspire Muslims today ².