Category: Islamic Studies | Last updated: 2026-07-27
Upon his arrival in Madinah during the Hijrah, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) first stayed in Quba for a few days and laid the foundation of Masjid Quba. Which tribe hosted him during his initial stay in Quba?
A) Banu Hashim
B) Banu Khazraj
C) Banu Amr ibn Awf
D) Banu Nadir
Explanation
Upon reaching Quba, a village just outside Madinah, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was hosted by the Banu Amr ibn Awf tribe. He stayed with Kulthum ibn al-Hidm from this tribe and laid the foundation of Masjid Quba.