Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Personal character of Uthman
Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Personal character of Uthman
Uthman was conspicuous for his strong moral character. He was handsome and wealthy, and many women were attracted to him, but he never touched a woman beyond wedlock. In the immoral society of Makkah in the age of ignorance, he led a chaste life. He never touched wine. He did not gamble, and took no part in the frivolities which formed the pastime of the youth of Makkah.He was a good trader and made ample money out of trade, but he never resorted to unfair practices in trade. He was scrupulously honest, and believed in fair deal. He amassed considerable wealth through honest means. On account of his wealth he came to be known as "Ghan)". In spite of being a millionaire, his way of life was not that of a capitalist. He was a man of simple habits, and did not indulge in a luxurious way of life. He used a greater part of his wealth in helping those in distress. He had a flair for social work. He supported many poor families. He awarded liberal stipends to widows and orphans who had none to support them. He was soft spoken and kind hearted. He had a kind word for every one who came across him. He patronized his relatives, and gave liberal aid to such relatives who were in straitened circumstances.
He enjoyed the friendship of Abu Bakr. Even in the pre-Islamic period he profited from the company of the Holy Prophet. He was much impressed with the personality of the Holy Prophet, and always sought his counsel and guidance. He did not worship the idols in the Kaaba. He had little faith in the superstitious practices in which the people of Makkah indulged. He felt that those who worshipped the idols merely groped in the dark. In his heart of hearts he felt that these lifeless idols could not be expected to control the destinies of mankind. He felt that the center of power lay elsewhere. He had the inner conviction that some day the Truth would dawn in some manifest form.
He was an embodiment of modesty. In spite of his wealth there was no sense of pride in him. He never boasted of anything. He never tried to thrust his opinion on others. He believed in action rather than talk. There was a particular decorum and dignity about him. He was very particular that by his behavior he did not offend any body. On account of his endearing qualities of head and heart, he enjoyed great popularity among the people of Makkah.
Konular
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Conquest of Makkah
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Battle of Autas
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Siege of Taif
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Back to Madina
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Expedition to Tabuk
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Proclamation about the banning of polytheism
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - The Farewell Pilgrimage
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Passing Away of the Holy Prophet
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - The Caliphate of Umar
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - The Caliphate of Abu Bakr
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - The dilemma of Umar
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Nomination of his son Abdullah
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Umar's dream
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - The Committee in session
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Testament for his successor
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Death of Umar and after
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Dream of Abdul Rahman b Auf
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Choice of Abdul Rahman b Auf
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Election of Uthman
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Reaction to the election of Uthman
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Ubaidullah's orgy of murder
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - The trial of Ubaidullah
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - The verdict of Uthman
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Directives of Uthman
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Sermons of Uthman
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Sermons of Uthman 2
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Recension of the Holy Quran
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Zakat on horses and slaves
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Prayers on the occasion of the Hajj
- Khalifa Uthman bin Affan - Religious Measures of Uthman
Konular
Anahtar Kelimeler
- Aisha Stacey
- Abraham invites his father Azar (Terah or Terakh in the Bible) and nation to the Truth revealed to him from his Lord.
- An introduction to the person of Abraham and the lofty position he holds in Judaism
- Christianity
- and Islam alike.
- Abraham destroys the idols of his people in order to prove to them the futility of their worship.
- Abraham’s dispute with a king
- and the command of God to migrate to Canaan.
- Some accounts of Abraham’s journey to Egypt
- the birth of Ishmael