OverviewA companion from Madinah who defended Muhammad ﷺ at Uhud and later supported Ali.CategoryCompanionPeriodBirth date unknown · d. c. 658 CE
Life and settingSahl was an early Muslim from Madinah and took part in Badr. He married Habiba, a daughter of As‘ad ibn Zurara; their son was known as Abu Umama As‘ad.Source: TDV Encyclopaedia of Islam
Work and legacyHe served Ali, including in the administration of Madinah, and accompanied him at Siffin. Reports he transmitted preserved recollections of the early community and its difficult decisions about war and peace.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 Islam
