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Fosterage with Banu Sa'ad
Personal
570-576 CE
Desert of Banu Sa'ad
Raised by Halimah al-Sa'diyah

Detailed Account

According to Arab custom, Muhammad ﷺ was sent to the desert tribe of Banu Sa'ad to be nursed by Halimah al-Sa'diyah. During this period: 1) Halimah's family experienced blessings (increased milk, prosperous flocks), 2) The 'opening of chest' incident occurred where angels purified his heart, 3) He learned pure Arabic and developed physical strength in the desert environment.

Key Figures

  • Halimah al-Sa'diyah
  • Shayma (foster sister)

Tags

childhoodfoster-family

Lessons & Wisdom

  • Benefits of rural upbringing
  • Divine protection in childhood

Sources:

  • Sahih Muslim
    by Imam Muslim, p. Book 1, Hadith 309
  • Al-Muwatta
    by Imam Malik, p. 49/2