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Hazrat Mu‘adh ibn Jabal (R.A) was appointed by Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) as the governor and teacher of the people of South Yemen. This appointment took place in the later years of the Prophet’s mission, around 10 AH, when Islam had spread to various regions of the Arabian Peninsula. The mission given to Hazrat Mu‘adh (R.A) was not only administrative but also religious — to teach the newly converted Muslims about the Qur’an, Islamic law, and moral conduct.

The Prophet (ﷺ) personally instructed Hazrat Mu‘adh (R.A) before sending him to Yemen, asking how he would judge matters. When Mu‘adh replied that he would first refer to the Qur’an, then the Sunnah, and if he found no direct guidance, he would use his reasoning (ijtihad), the Prophet (ﷺ) expressed his approval. This conversation is often cited in Islamic jurisprudence as an example of the principles of legal judgment in Islam.

Hazrat Mu‘adh ibn Jabal (R.A) was known for his deep knowledge of the Qur’an and his wisdom in teaching. His leadership in Yemen helped establish Islamic governance, education, and justice in the region, making his governorship a significant part of early Islamic administration.

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  Governor: Hazrat Mu‘adh ibn Jabal (R.A).

  
  


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  Appointed by: Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

  
  


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  Region: South Yemen.

  
  


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  Sent around 10 AH to lead and teach Islam.

  
  


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  Known for Qur’anic knowledge and scholarly wisdom.

  
  


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  Mission included governance, justice, and religious instruction.

  
  


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  His appointment is a key reference in Islamic legal methodology (ijtihad).