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Under Abu Talib's Care
Personal579-595 CE
Makkah
Raised by his uncle
Detailed Account
Abu Talib, though not wealthy, cared for Muhammad ﷺ with exceptional love. He took him on trade journeys to Syria at age 12 (where Bahira the monk recognized his prophethood) and protected him throughout his life, even refusing to abandon him during the Makkan persecution despite not accepting Islam.
Key Figures
- Abu Talib
- Bahira the monk
Tags
upbringingtrade
Lessons & Wisdom
- Allah's provision through means
- Steadfastness of guardians
Sources:
- Sahih al-Bukhariby Imam Bukhari, p. 4/55
- Sirat Ibn Hishamby Ibn Hisham, p. 1/180