Abu Bakra al-Thaqafi
Companion of the prophet
About Abu Bakra al-Thaqafi
Lived 650 – 710 (aged 59–60). Abu Bakra al-Thaqafi was a military personnel, muhaddith and companions of the Prophet.
Abū Bakra al-Thaqafī better known as Nufayʿ ibn al-Ḥārith was the half-brother of Nafi ibn al-Harith. He is known for his dispute with another Islamic general al-Mughira ibn Shu'ba during a military expedition.
Other sources describe him as the uterine brother of Ziyad ibn Abihi.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Abu Bakra al-Thaqafi?
companion of the prophet
When was Abu Bakra al-Thaqafi born?
Abu Bakra al-Thaqafi was born in 650 in Ta'if.
When did Abu Bakra al-Thaqafi die?
Abu Bakra al-Thaqafi died in 710 in Basra.
What was Abu Bakra al-Thaqafi's occupation?
Abu Bakra al-Thaqafi was a military personnel, muhaddith and companions of the Prophet.
What nationality was Abu Bakra al-Thaqafi?
Abu Bakra al-Thaqafi's recorded nationality: Rashidun Caliphate.
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