Abu Bakr: The Man & Closest Companion (Part 1)
How was the Prophet’s closest friend and companion? What did distinguish him? And how was his life before Islam? Where did his status in Islam come from?
The article touches on some of the sides of Imam Abu Dawud’s biography as well as his works, sheikhs and students.
At times of sacrifice and death, `Abbad ibn Bishr would always be in the front line. When it was time for receiving his share of rewards, he would only be found after much effort and difficulty.