Nu’ayman ibn Amr (ra): The Comedian Among the Companions | The Firsts | Dr. Omar Suleiman

 

One of the Prophet's ﷺ Companions was the kind of man who could walk into a room and have everyone laughing. 

Nu'ayman ibn Amr (ra) was a gem, beloved for the joy he carried wherever he went. He pulled pranks on the Prophet ﷺ himself, talked his way into mischief no one else would dare, and once sold a fellow Sahabi as a joke that people laughed about for a whole year.

But behind the laughter, he was carrying something heavier. He struggled with alcohol addiction, and he kept falling back into it. 

What the Prophet ﷺ said when a Companion cursed him for it is not what you'd expect.

Discover the story of the funniest Sahabi who ever lived, the struggle behind the jokes, and three lessons on how the Prophet ﷺ dealt with someone who kept falling.

Tamim al-Dari (ra): The Palestinian Sahabi that met Dajjal

 

Umm Kulthum (ra): Daughter of Ali (ra) & Wife of Umar (ra) | Sahaba | The Firsts Dr. Omar Suleiman

 

Discover the inspiring life of Umm Kulthum (RA), daughter of Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA) and wife of Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA). Learn about her significant role among the Sahaba, her contributions to early Islamic history, and her legacy as a pious and respected woman. Presented by Dr. Omar Suleiman in The Firsts series.

Zayd ibn Al-Arqam (ra): Exposer of Hypocrites | The Firsts | Dr. Omar Suleiman

 

Zayd ibn al-Arqam (ra) — the companion whose truth was confirmed by revelation. Raised by the poet-warrior Abdullah ibn Rawaha (ra), he grew up among the earliest Ansar, too young to fight at Badr and Uhud but chosen to guard Madinah.

His courage exposed the hypocrisy of Abdullah ibn Ubayy ibn Salul — a moment so powerful that Surah al-Munafiqun was revealed to confirm his words. From patience through blindness to the miracle of his sight restored, Zayd’s life embodies sincerity, steadfastness, and divine honor.
He went on to narrate many core hadiths about prayer, du‘a, and purity — teachings we practice every day. 

Urwa ibn az-Zubayr (ra): The First Muslim Historian | The Firsts | Sahaba | Dr. Omar Suleiman

 

While other children dreamed of glory on the battlefield or positions of power, Urwa ibn az-Zubayr (ra) dreamed of knowledge—and he pursued it with unwavering dedication. From a childhood shaped by political turmoil to becoming one of Madinah’s foremost scholars, Urwa's life is a powerful testament to the pursuit of lifelong learning and spiritual leadership.

Abdullah ibn Abbas (ra): The Most Knowledgeable Scholar in the World | The Firsts | Dr Omar Suleiman

 

In this episode, discover the remarkable life of Abdullah ibn Abbas (ra) — the Prophet ﷺ’s cousin, student, and the Ocean of Knowledge. From his childhood in the Prophet’s arms to his leadership in times of turmoil, Ibn Abbas’s story is a model of prophetic character and leadership.

Umm Kulthum bt. Ali (ra): Daughter of Nobility and Tragedy | The Firsts | Sahaba | Dr. Omar Suleiman

 

“O daughter of the noble ones!” This was the way to address the younger granddaughter of the Prophet ﷺ, Umm Kulthum bint Ali (ra).

She was a woman of piety, like her mother Fatima (ra). In the glimpses we have into her life, we see her marrying Umar (ra) and then the sons of Ja’far (ra), stepping in to help a traveling woman give birth, patiently enduring the martyrdom of many loved ones, and dying alongside her son.

Muhammad ibn Maslama (ra): The Knight of Rasulullah ﷺ | The Firsts | Sahaba | Dr. Omar Suleiman

 

The Firsts is a video series that chronicles the lives of the Sahaba (the companions of the Prophet ﷺ) during and after the time of the Prophet ﷺ.

When Allah Guided the Children of Abu Lahab | The Firsts | Dr. Omar Suleiman

 

The only enemy of the Prophet ﷺ mentioned by name in the Quran, yet his own children became Muslim and would read about their father’s punishment. The incredible story of the believing children of the Prophet ﷺ's uncle and how he received them.

Khalid ibn al-Walid (ra): The Legendary Military General

 

After he became Muslim, he immediately became perhaps the greatest factor in the spread of Islam throughout the world. Learn about his military genius, his legacy and contributions, and his unexpected death.

Abu Saeed al-Khudri (ra): The Jewel of Madinah | The Firsts | Sahaba Stories | Dr. Omar Suleiman

 

He was given the lofty title of the Mufti of Madinah for his rare combination of Hadith and Fiqh. He narrates over 1000 ahadith from the Prophet ﷺ, and lived a long life of devotion all in his home city of Madinah. 

One Year After the Death of the Prophet ﷺ

 

One year after the death of the Prophet ﷺ, Abu Bakr (ra) stood on the minbar and gave a rare speech addressing the importance of sincerity and community in the midst of high emotions. Dr. Omar Suleiman shares timeless advice that is as relevant and important to hear now as it ever was. 

Omar Ibn Khattab Series- Omar (rta) embraces Islam

Always an uplifting watch. Love this episode alhamdulilah. 

Abu Dujana (ra): The Red Bandana

 

Only one man was worthy of fighting with the sword of the Prophet ﷺ, and he proved that he would honor it in more ways than one. The story of Abu Dujana (ra) is a story of a man who displayed bravery in the most difficult moments of battle, and integrity in every moment of his life. 

Juwayriya bint al-Harith (ra): A Blessing to Her People

She was a distinguished woman due to her lineage, beauty, and nobility before Islam. But our mother would go on to be distinguished by a specific form of worship. She was a blessing to her people through her marriage to the Prophet ﷺ and an example for our Ummah.

Hafsa bint Umar (ra): Saved by Devotion | The Firsts | Dr. Omar Suleiman

The People of Taif and The Interesting Conversion Story of The Tribe of Thaqif | Shaykh Yasir Qadhi

Aisha bint Abu Bakr (ra): Slander and Death of the Prophet ﷺ

Kulthum ibn al-Hadm (ra) & Sa'ad ibn Khaythamah (ra): The Hosts of Masjid Quba

Jabir ibn Abdullah (ra): The Orphan With 7 Sisters