The First Female Martyr in Islam, Radi Allahu Anha (May Allah be pleased with her)

By: Muhammad Amir-ul-Islam

The First Female Martyr in Islam, Radi Allahu Anha (May Allah be pleased with her)

Hazrat Sumayya Radi Allahu Anha is that great Sahabiya (female companion) who sacrificed her life for Islam and achieved the honor of being the first martyr in the history of Islam. She is not only a symbol of patience and perseverance but also a shining example of faith that will be a beacon for believers until the Day of Judgment.

Lineage and Family Background

Hazrat Sumayya Radi Allahu Anha belonged to a poor family from Abyssinia or Yemen. She was bought as a slave by Abu Huzaifa bin Mughira, the chief of Banu Makhzum in Mecca. In his slavery, she married Hazrat Yasir Radi Allahu Anhu. They both had Hazrat Ammar bin Yasir Radi Allahu Anhu, who later became a distinguished companion.

Acceptance of Islam

Hazrat Sumayya, Hazrat Yasir, and Hazrat Ammar Radi Allahu Anhum accepted Islam in the early days when Islam was limited to only a few people.

The main reason for their faith was their heartfelt acceptance of the call to truth from Allah and His Messenger (peace be upon him). After accepting Islam, Abu Jahl, the chief of Banu Makhzum, and his companions inflicted severe oppression on them.

An Example of Patience and Perseverance

Your family was tied up in the scorching sun in the Abtaah valley of Mecca and subjected to torture. The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) would come to them and say:

“Sabran Ya Ala Yasir, Fa Inna Maw'idakumu Al-Jannah”

Translation: "Be patient, O family of Yasir! Your promise is Paradise."

Martyrdom

Abu Jahl forced Hazrat Sumayya Radi Allahu Anha to renounce Islam, but she said with great courage:

"Islam is true, and Muhammad (peace be upon him) is the true Messenger of Allah."

This answer enraged Abu Jahl, and he martyred her by stabbing her with a spear.

Thus, Hazrat Sumayya Radi Allahu Anha became the first female martyr in Islam.

Virtues and Greatness

Your name is included among the people of faith in the verses of the Quran that have been praised:

“WALLAHU YUHIBBUS SABIREEN”

Your martyrdom proved that faith is not established by wealth but by the firmness and certainty of the heart. The sacrifice of Hazrat Sumayya Radi Allahu Anha further strengthened the spirit of faith in the hearts of Muslims.

Your Message for Today's Era

1. Steadfastness: Staying firm on faith is the real success.

2. Supporting the Truth: Not remaining silent in the face of oppression but speaking the truth.

3. The Status of Women: Islam has given women the respect that is exemplified in the sacrifice of Hazrat Sumayya Radi Allahu Anha.

In short, the life of Hazrat Sumayya Radi Allahu Anha is a shining example of faith, courage, and sacrifice. You sacrificed your life for Islam but did not allow the flag of religion to fall. Her story instills the warmth of faith and

the power of patience in the heart of every Muslim.