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: Mawlana Suhail Motala

Approved by: Mawlana Muhammad Abasoomar

Checked by: Mawlana Haroon Abasoomar