OverviewMuhammad’s ﷺ wife and a teacher who shared memories of his daily life.CategoryCompanionPeriodc. 590 – c. 671 CE
Life and settingMaymuna married Muhammad ﷺ in 629, around the Muslims’ return to Makkah for umra, the smaller pilgrimage.Source: TDV Encyclopaedia of Islam
Work and legacyHadith transmitted through her describe worship and household practice. Abdullah ibn Abbas was her nephew and transmitted reports from her.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 IslamTDV Encyclopaedia of Islam — Wives of Muhammad ﷺ
