Abu Qirsafah (radiyallahu ‘anhu)

Question

Was Abu Qirsafah a Sahabi?

Answer

Yes, Sayyiduna Abu Qirsafah (radiyallahu ‘anhu) was a Sahabi. His name was Jandarah ibn Khayshanah (radiyallahu ‘anhu).

(Refer: Al Isti’ab, vol. 4 pg. 296, Usdul Ghabah, vol. 6 pg. 247, Al Isabah, vol. 2 pg. 257 and Taqribut Tahdhib, number: 978)

And Allah Ta’ala Knows best.

Answered by: Moulana Suhail Motala

Approved by: Moulana Muhammad Abasoomar