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Name: Rumana Farooqui
Batch: EIB3
Date: 11.09.25
Sumayyah bint e Khayyat (RA) Through the Lens of Emotional Intelligence
The story of Sumayyah bint Khayyat RA is not only about being the first martyr in Islam, but also a timeless example of emotional resilience and inner strength. She embraced faith at a time when the world stood against her. This decision reflects her self-awareness. she knew the truth in her heart and chose to remain loyal to it, even at the cost of her life.
When her family faced torture and persecution, Sumayyah RA showed remarkable self-management. Despite unbearable pain, she remained steadfast in her faith. Emotional intelligence here means not letting fear or suffering shake one’s deepest values.
Her choice of Islam also demonstrates social awareness. In a society divided by race, gender, and class, she recognized the beauty of a faith that honored human dignity and equality. She could see beyond worldly labels and connected with the essence of humanity.
Moreover, her patience and courage became a source of hope and strength for her son, Ammar ibn Yasir RA, and for the entire Muslim community. This is relationship management at its finest, through her sacrifice, she inspired resilience and nurtured collective faith. Rasulullah ﷺ’s words to her family, “O family of Yasir! Be patient, for your destination is Paradise,” highlight the impact her perseverance had on the hearts of believers.
Emotional Intelligence Lessons
The martyrdom of Sumayyah RA was not only the first blood shed in Islam, but also a profound reminder that true emotional intelligence is aligning one’s emotions with faith in Allah, and becoming a source of strength for others.
