About Al-Harith ibn Harb
Al-Harith ibn Harb was a merchant.
Al-Harith ibn Ḥarb was the son of the 7th century Arabian Meccan leader Harb ibn Umayya. Hence he was the brother of Abu Sufyan ibn Harb, who was chief of Mecca in the period 624–630 and a major opponent of Muhammad.
He had trade relations with Saʽd ibn ʽUbadah, the chief of the Banu Khazraj. Harith helped Sa'd when the latter was captured by the Meccans after the Second Pledge of al-Aqabah.
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Who was Al-Harith ibn Harb?
the son of the 7th century Arabian Meccan leader Harb ibn Umayya
When was Al-Harith ibn Harb born?
Al-Harith ibn Harb was born in Mecca.
When did Al-Harith ibn Harb die?
Al-Harith ibn Harb died in Mecca.
What was Al-Harith ibn Harb's occupation?
Al-Harith ibn Harb was a merchant.
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