Abu al-Yusr Ka'b ibn Amr, also known as Hazrat Abul Yasar Ka’b bin Amr,[1] (599 – 675) is believed to have been the last surviving veteran of the Battle of Badr, and also the last surviving veteran who served under Muhammad.[2]
Abu al-Yusr Ka'b ibn Amr | |
|---|---|
| Born | 599 |
| Died | 675 (aged 75-76) |
| Allegiance | First Islamic State |
| Years of service | until 657 |
| Battles / wars | Battle of Badr, Battle of Siffin |
Early life and background
editAbu al-Yusr Ka'b ibn Amr was born in 599 to Amr bin Abbad and Naseeba bint Azhar, and he hailed from the Banu Salama tribe;[1] within his tribe, his title was Abul Yasar.
In 622, he participated in the second pledge at al-Aqabah.[1]
Military career
editMuslim–Quraysh Wars
editRecords show that during the Muslim–Quraysh Wars, Abu al-Yusr Ka'b ibn Amr fought alongside Muhammad during the Battle of Badr on 13 March 624.[2] During the battle, he helped to capture Hazrat Abbas, and he also helped to seize the "flag of the disbelievers" from Abu Aziz bin Umair.[3]
He then fought in several other battles during the Muslim–Quraysh Wars and continued to fight alongside Muhammad until his death in 632.[1][3]
Battle of Siffin
editIn July 657, Abu al-Yusr Ka'b ibn Amr is recorded as being present at the Battle of Siffin in the army of Ali ibn Abi Talib.[1]
Later life
editHe presumably retired shortly after the Battle of Siffin, and he died in 675 during the reign of Mu'awiya I.[2]
Issue
editThroughout his life, Abu al-Yusr Ka'b ibn Amr had four wives and four children.[2] They are as follows:
- Aisha, a daughter born to Umme Ruaa.
- Habeeb, a son born to Umme Walad.
- Umair, a son born to Umme Amr, the paternal aunt of Jabir ibn Abd Allah.
- Yazid bin Abi Yasar, a son born to Lababah bint Harith.