About Sa'ib Khathir
Sa'ib Khathir was a musician.
Sa'ib Khathir (died 683) was an influential Persian musician in the early days of the Umayyad Caliphate (661–750). A freedman (mawla), Sa'ib was responsible for introducing music to Medina. He was killed during the Battle of al-Harra.
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Who was Sa'ib Khathir?
Persian musician (died 683)
When did Sa'ib Khathir die?
Sa'ib Khathir died in 683.
What was Sa'ib Khathir's occupation?
Sa'ib Khathir was a musician.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sa'ib Khathir. https://biography.guide/sa-ib-khathir/
MLA: "Sa'ib Khathir." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/sa-ib-khathir/.
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