Nusayba bint Ka'ab , first Muslim female warrior [7th century]

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 15:14:21 +0000

Nusayba was one of the early women to convert to Islam. She was one of the companions of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Her most renowned role came in the battle of Uhud, where she defended the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). She also participated in the battle of Hunain, Yamamah and the Treaty of Hudaybia.

Her two sons, both later martyrs in battle, were from her first marriage to Zaid bin ʿAsim Mazni. She later married bin ʿAmr, and had another son Tameem and a daughter Khawlah.[1]