- How did he (Abul Bukhari) support the Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h.)? He spoke out against the social boycott.
- What led the Muslims to emigrate to Abyssinia? Their growing persecution at the hands of Quraish.
- Which Surah lead to this emigration? Surah Az Zumar.
- When was Abul Bukhtari killed? In the battle of Badr.
- Who was then the King of Abyssinia? The King of Abyssinia, known as Najjashi (the Negus), during the time of the Prophet (p.b.u.h.) was As’hama.
- When did the first group of Muslims leave for Abyssinia? In Rajab, in the fifth year of Prophethood.
- How many persons were there in the group? 12 men and four women.
- How were the emigrants received in Abyssinia? They were received warmly and hospitably.
- When did the second group of emigrants leave for Abyssinia? In the fifth year of Prophethood.
- How many people formed the group? 83 men and 18 women.
- Name a prominent companion included in this group. Ja’far Ibn Abi Talib (May Allah be pleased with him).
- What did Quraish do? They despatched two envoys to Abyssinia to demand the extradition of the emigrants.
- How did the King respond? He refused to extradite the Muslims and assured them of his full protection.
- When did Umar (May Allah be pleased with him) accept Islam? At the age of 27.
- Who was Bilal Ibn Rabah (May Allah be pleased with him)? He was a slave of Umayyah Ibn Khalaf.
- What was his (Bilal Ibn Rabah’s) origin? He was of Abyssinian descent.
- What was the name of Bilal’s mother? Hamama.
- Who was Yaser (May Allah be pleased with him)? He was a slave of Abu Jahl.