People Who Died in 634
Abu Bakr
Arabian caliph and early Islamic leader
Died
August 23rd, 634 1390 years ago — None years old
Served as the first caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate after the death of the Prophet Muhammad. Oversaw the compilation of the Quran and expanded Islamic rule throughout the Arabian Peninsula. Played a crucial role in the Ridda wars, which sought to unite the tribes of Arabia under Islam. His leadership established many of the practices and structures of the nascent Islamic state.
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