# Urwa ibn az-Zubayr (ra): The First Muslim Historian

An episode of [The Firsts with Dr. Omar Suleiman](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1522154152), 16 Sep 2025, 1 h 07 min.

Audio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1194665/episodes/17855813-urwa-ibn-az-zubayr-ra-the-first-muslim-historian.mp3

While other children dreamed of glory on the battlefield or positions of power, Urwa ibn az-Zubayr (ra) dreamed of knowledge—and he pursued it with unwavering dedication. From a childhood shaped by political turmoil to becoming one of Madinah’s foremost scholars, Urwa's life is a powerful testament to the pursuit of lifelong learning and spiritual leadership.

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