Seerah of Prophet Muhammad (sws) - Yasir Qadhi Seerah Part 69 - The Prophet's Marriage to Zaynab
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Zaynab's Lineage
- Zaynab bint Jahsh, initially Bara, was a Qurayshi woman from the Banu Asad tribe.
- Her mother, Umayma bint Abdul Muttalib, was the Prophet's paternal aunt, making Zaynab his cousin.
Initial Resistance
- The Prophet initially proposed Zaynab's marriage to his adopted son, Zayd.
- Zaynab felt Zayd was beneath her status, causing initial resistance.
Divine Decree
- Some interpret Surah Al-Ahzab verse 36 as a response to Zaynab and her brother's resistance to the marriage with Zayd.
- This verse emphasizes accepting Allah's and His messenger's decree.