Abdullah ibn Rawahah

AncientGeneralRashidun Caliphate-585 — ?

Poet companion, third commander killed at Mutah.

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Quick Facts

Born

585 BCE

Country

Rashidun Caliphate

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)45

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)63

Strategy (15%)50

Total Score45.5

Abdullah ibn Rawahah — Complete Timeline

614 AD

Early conversion to IslamPolitical Action◆ Major

Abdullah ibn Rawahah was an early convert to Islam from the Khazraj tribe of Medina. He was a poet and a close companion of Muhammad, known for his eloquence and dedication to the faith.

Early ConvertPoetCompanion

constructive

622 AD

Participated in the Pledge of AqabaPolitical Action◆ Major

Abdullah ibn Rawahah was one of the 12 representatives from Medina who pledged allegiance to Muhammad at the Second Pledge of Aqaba. This pledge paved the way for the Hijra and the establishment of the Muslim community in Medina.

Pledge of AqabaMedinaFoundation

Impact: regionalconstructive

628 AD

Appointed as a tax collector for KhaybarPolitical Action

After the conquest of Khaybar, Muhammad appointed Abdullah ibn Rawahah as a tax collector to assess and collect tribute from the Jewish inhabitants. He performed this administrative duty with fairness.

Tax CollectionKhaybarAdministration

629 AD

Killed at the Battle of MutahWar◆ Major

Abdullah ibn Rawahah was the third and final commander killed at the Battle of Mutah. After Zayd and Jafar fell, he took command and fought until he was killed, becoming a martyr. His death marked the end of the Muslim leadership in that battle.

Battle of MutahDeathMartyrdom

Impact: regionaltragic