Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research

The Four Abdullahs (ra) Every Muslim Should Know | Dr. Omar Suleiman

They were young companions who became encyclopedias of knowledge. Raised in the Prophet’s ﷺ presence, tested by the trials of their time—these are the four Abdullahs every Muslim should know.

Dr. Omar Suleiman introduces four of the most influential figures in early Islamic history: Abdullah ibn Abbas (ra), Abdullah ibn Umar (ra), Abdullah ibn Amr (ra), and Abdullah ibn al-Zubayr (ra). Though hundreds bore the name Abdullah, these four stood out, each with unique contributions, principles, and paths through the twists and turns of their era.

Get to know the names that shaped our tradition and stay tuned as we explore each one in depth in The Firsts series!

Dr. Omar Suleiman

Dr. Omar Suleiman

President | Imam Dr. Omar Suleiman is the Founder and President of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research, and an Adjunct Professor of Islamic Studies in the Graduate Liberal Studies Program at Southern Methodist University.