To further reassure him, she took him to her cousin, Waraqah ibn Nawfal, a scholarly man well-versed in Christian and Jewish scriptures. Waraqah confirmed that Muhammad was indeed the awaited Prophet of God. By being the first person to believe in his message, Khadijah became the very first Muslim, validating the prophethood before anyone else. 4. Financing the Dawn of Islam
Born in the 5th century CE, in the city of Mecca, Arabia, Khadijah was a member of the respected and wealthy tribe of Quraysh. Her early life was marked by a series of events that would prepare her for the monumental task of supporting the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in his mission to spread the message of Islam. Orphaned at a young age, Khadijah was raised by her uncle, who entrusted her with the responsibility of managing his business. Her exceptional business acumen, coupled with her remarkable beauty and strong character, made her a highly sought-after partner in marriage.
Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, the mother of history's greatest nation, remains an inspirational figure for Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Her remarkable life, marked by faith, compassion, and determination, serves as a powerful reminder of the impact one person can have on the course of human history. As we reflect on her legacy, we are reminded of the importance of cultivating the qualities that defined her life: unwavering faith, unrelenting compassion, and unshakeable resilience.
In this pivotal moment of human history, Khadijah’s response defined her legacy. She did not doubt, panic, or dismiss his experience. Instead, she comforted him with words that are etched into Islamic history:
Their marriage was a partnership of deep love and mutual respect. Khadijah provided a sanctuary of peace for the Prophet, long before he received the weight of revelation. For twenty-five years, she remained his only wife, offering him an emotional anchor that sustained him through the initial, turbulent years of his prophethood. 3. The Pillars of Support During Cave Hira
At the time of their marriage, Khadijah was roughly 40 years old, and Muhammad was 25. Their union was built on deep mutual respect, love, and intellectual companionship. For 25 years, until her death, Khadijah remained the Prophet's only wife. The Pillars of the First Household of Islam
"Allah will never disgrace you. You keep good relations with your relatives, help the poor and the destitute, serve your guests generously, and assist the deserving calamity-afflicted ones."
Abdul Basit Ahmad Title: Khadijah, Mother of History's Greatest Nation Genre: Biography / Islamic History Subject: Khadijah bint Khuwaylid (The first wife of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ)
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Khadijah took over her father’s trade business and scaled it into one of the largest commercial empires in Mecca. Her caravans equaled the trade volume of all other Quraysh merchants combined.