نسيبة بنت كعب
Nusaybah bint Ka'b
Umm Umarah · Defender at Uhud
Quick Facts
Birth
Madinah (Yathrib)
Tribe
Ansar — Khazraj
Relationship
Early Ansari believer
Major Role
Defender of the Prophet ﷺ at Uhud
Death
After 634 CE
One of the women who pledged at Aqabah, Nusaybah shielded the Prophet ﷺ at Uhud, taking wounds in his defence — a portrait of courage and faith among the women of the Ansar.
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The Day of Uhud
Authentic Narration
When the battle turned, she stood firm with sword and shield around the Prophet ﷺ, and he later praised her station that day above many others.
Historical Sources
- ✦Ibn Hisham; Ibn Sa'd