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Abd Allah ibn Abi Quhafa (Arabic: عبد الله بن أبي قحافة, romanized: ʿAbd Allāh ibn ʾAbī Quḥāfa; c. 573 – 23 August 634), commonly known by the kunya Abu Bakr (Arabic: أبو بكر, romanized: ʾAbū Bakr), was the first caliph, ruling from 632 until his death in 634.
Abū Bakr (born 573—died August 23, 634) was Muhammad ’s closest companion and adviser, who succeeded to the Prophet’s political and administrative functions, thereby initiating the office of the caliph.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Jan 17, 2020 · Abu Bakr (l. 573-634 CE, r. 632-634 CE) was an early convert of Islam; he was a close friend and confidant of the Islamic Prophet Muhammad, and became the first caliph of the Islamic empire – a successor...
Jun 27, 2024 · Learn about Abu Bakr, the dearest friend of the Prophet Muhammad, who embraced Islam immediately and verified his truth. Discover his role in the migration, the Night Journey, and the early days of Islam.
Learn about the life, character, and achievements of Abu Bakr Siddiq (R.A.), the closest companion and successor of Prophet Mohammad (S.A.W.). Discover how he embraced Islam, migrated to Madinah, fought in battles, and ruled the Muslim community.
Mar 24, 2019 · Abu Bakr was a wealthy merchant and a close friend of Muhammad who converted to Islam and became his companion in Medina. He was chosen by Muhammad as his successor and expanded the Muslim empire by conquest and Quran compilation.
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Abu Bakr (alternative spellings, Abubakar, Abi Bakr, Abu Bakar) (c. 573 – August 23, 634) ruled as the first of the Muslim caliphs (632–634). Abu Bakr was a towering figure in the development and early survival of Islam.
