'Adi bin Hatim

Adi ibn Hatim al-Ta'i (RA) was from the tribe of Tayy in northern Arabia and was the son of Hatim al-Ta'i, the legendary figure of Arab generosity whose hospitality was proverbial throughout the ancient Arabian world. Adi himself was initially a Christian and came to Medina around 9 AH to meet the Prophet ﷺ, intending to examine his claims. His conversation with the Prophet ﷺ was so persuasive that he embraced Islam on the spot. The Prophet ﷺ was particularly pleased with his conversion, saying it signified that the whole tribe of Tayy would follow. Adi became a devoted companion and participated in the early Islamic conquests. He narrated approximately 66 hadiths covering worship, permissible and impermissible food, and Islamic ethics. He was loyal to Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA) during the civil strife and participated on his side. He settled in Kufa and became a respected elder figure in Iraq. He passed away around 67–68 AH at an old age.