OverviewA poet remembered for telling the truth about missing an expedition.CategoryCompanionPeriodDates not established
Life and settingKa‘b was an Ansari poet associated with the early Muslim community. He is particularly remembered for his own account of not joining the expedition to Tabuk.Source: TDV Encyclopaedia of Islam · Qur’an 9:118
Work and legacyHis account describes the community's response and eventual acceptance of his repentance. Qur’an 9:118 is traditionally connected with him and two other companions.Source: TDV Encyclopaedia of Islam
SourcesOriginal concise biography based on the cited references. Historical reports, later devotional traditions and uncertain dates are distinguished where relevant.TDV Encyclopaedia of IslamQur’an 9:118
