What was the real name of Abu Jahl?

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Omar bin Hisham - Abu Jahl was one of the strongest opponents of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in Makkah. His real name was Omar bin Hisham. He belonged to the Banu Makhzum clan of the Quraysh tribe.

Muslims gave him the title Abu Jahl, which means Father of Ignorance, due to his arrogance and strong opposition to Islam.

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Abu Jahl real name: Omar bin Hisham
Tribe: Quraysh – Banu Makhzum
Known for: Fierce opposition to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
Title meaning: Abu Jahl = Father of Ignorance


He was killed in the Battle of Badr, marking a major victory for the Muslims against the leaders of Quraysh.

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