Aisha (R.A.) - A woman to be emulated

 An inspiration to present day women

 

Aisha (R.A.) is undoubtedly one of the greatest teachers produced by Islam.  She belongs to the band of illustrious divines who carried on the work and mission of the Prophet (sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam)  after his demise, by interpreting and passing on his teachings.  Among men, several names claim this distinction, but among women, Aisha (R.A's) is the only name.

 

For full nine years she shared life with the Prophet (sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam) , getting more attention than any one else.  This gave her almost as deep an insight into the mind of the Prophet (sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam)  as any of the closest and the oldest of his comlpanions could claim.

 

Aisha (R.A.) was gifted with a wonderful memory.  Added to this was the habit of careful observation.  This enabled her to describe in minute detail experiences dating as far back as her childhood.  These qualities made her a very important authority on Islamic law.  The ultimate sources of law in Islam are the holy Qur'an and the Sunnah.  The Holy Qur'an is the word of Allah.  The Sunnah is the act or the word of the Prophet (sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam) .

 

 Many chapters of the Qur'an  were revealed in Aisha ( R.A's) home.  Careful observation and strong memory enabled her to store in memory what the Prophet (sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam)  did and said on various occasions.  These facts made her opinion on points of law highly respected.