Is it possible to mention some of the miracles of certain Companions, such as the light that two of them were uniquely granted, the staff of Ukasha ibn Mihsan, and the miracle of Sa’d ibn Abi Waqqas?
The difference between a miracle (mu'jiza) and a charisma (karama): A miracle is an extraordinary event performed by a prophet as a confirmation of his prophethood. A charisma is an extraordinary event performed by a righteous servant as an honor to him, and it is considered a miracle for the Prophet whom this servant follows. Examples of charismas of the Companions include:
1. The illumination of the staffs of Usayd ibn Hudayr and 'Abbad ibn Bishr on the night they departed from the Prophet, peace be upon him. 2. The transformation of a stick or a date stalk into a strong sword in the hand of Ukasha ibn Mihsan on the Day of Badr. 3. Sa'd ibn Abi Waqqas's supplication against a man who slandered him, resulting in the man being afflicted with poverty, a long life, and tribulation until his eyebrows fell over his eyes and he would accost women. 4. The descent of angels and their listening to Usayd ibn Hudayr's recitation of Surat Al-Baqarah. 5. The angels greeting Imran ibn Husayn. 6. Khubayb ibn Adiy being provided with grapes out of season while he was a captive. 7. 'Amir ibn Fuhayra being raised to the heavens after his martyrdom. 8. Sa'id ibn Zayd's supplication against a woman who falsely accused him, resulting in her blindness and her death in a pit on her land. 9. A bucket descending from the sky for Umm Ayman to drink from while she was fasting during scorching heat, after which she never felt thirst again.
These charismas are due to the blessing of their adherence to the Prophet, peace be upon him, and are considered among the miracles of the Messenger.
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