Safiyya bint Huyayy

Female, Deceased Person

0610 – 0670

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Who was Safiyya bint Huyayy?

Safiyya bint Huyayy was a Jewish woman captured from the Banu Nadir tribe at age 17, who became Muhammad's wife. She was, along with all other wives of Muhammad, titled Umm-ul-Mo'mineen or the "Mother of Believers".

After Muhammad's death, she became involved in the power politics of the early Muslim community, and acquired substantial influence by the time of her death.

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Born
0610
Medina
Also known as
  • Safiya bint Huayy
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Spouses
Died
0670

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on July 23, 2013

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