Abu Bakr united Arabia and solidified the position of caliph for his successor, Umar
Where was Abu Bakr buried and who was he buried with?
Along with Muhammad, Abu Bakr is buried in the Green Dome at the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi in Medina
How did Abu Bakr die?
He fell ill, was bedridden and soon died.
What tribe did Abu Bakr belong to?
He belonged to a rich family in the Banu Taym tribe of the Quraish tribal confederacy.
Was Abu Bakr the first person to embrace Islam?
No it is Kadija ( prophets Mohamed’s wife) who was the first person to embrace islam but Abu Bakr was the first male to embrace islam.
Why aid Abu Bakr divorce his first wife?
Divorced her because she did not embrace Islam.
What areas did the influence of Islam encompass during Abu Bakr's rule?
The entirety of Arabia, Syria, Iraq and some parts of Egypt.
What day did Abu Bakr die?
He died on the 13th year of Hijrah.
What was the name given to Abu Bakr from the prophet. A) Al-Mahi B) As-Siddiq C) Al-Aqib
B) As - Siddiq
Did Abu Bakr specify the next leader/Caliph?
Yes, he nominated Umar ibn al-Khattab.
What was Abu Bakr’s real name?
Abdullah ibn Abi Qahafa
What is the name of the daughter of Abu Bakr who married the Prophet.
Her name was Aisha Bint Abu Bakr.
What was the name of Hazrat Abu Bakr's father?
His father’s name was Uthman.
How was Abu Bakr chosen as the first caliph?
Senior members of the community came together to find the best person suitable for the job.
Did Abu Bakr ever worship idols? True or False.
False
Where was Abu Bakr born?
Mecca, Saudi Arabia
Was Abu Bakr the First Caliph of Islam after Prophet Muhammad? True or False
True
How many wives did Abu Bakr have?
He had 4 wives.
What was the compilation of the Quran during Abu Bakr?
The compilation of Abū Bakr was meant to record the Qur'an in its entirety to ensure that verses of the Qur'an would not be lost with the death of those who had
Did the Prophet specify directly that Abu Bakr should be the next leader?
No, the Prophet hinted at Abu Bakr being the next leader but did not specify directly.
At what age did Abu Bakr pass away? A) 66 B) 62 C) 63
C) 63
How long did Abu Bakr's Caliphate last?
Two years, two months and fifteen days
What does 'Al-Siddiq' mean?
The Truthful
How many days he spent with Holy Prophet in cave of Saur ?
A period of 3 days.
What was Abu Bakr’s fathers name?
His father's name was Uthman.
Describe Abu Bakr’s personality.
Abu Bakr was kind hearted, honest, and trustworthy.
Describe Abu Bakr’s character in job.
He was an honorable and wealthy businessman
How did Abu Bakr embrace Islam?
His immediate acceptance for Islam was a consequence of the steadfast friendship with the Prophet Mohammad (S.A.W.). Abu Bakr (R.A.) knew the Prophet (S.A.W.)
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