Hz. Peygamber Devrinde Bir Hadım: Me’bûr el-Kıbtî (ö. 60/679-80) Üzerine Bir Değerlendirme
An Eunuch in the Age of the Prophet Muhammad: An Evaluation on Ma’būr al-Qibtī (d. 60/679-80)

Summary/Abstract: Eunuchs have been a significant type of slavery throughout history, dating back to the Middle Assyrian period as institutionalized employment. Their presence during the early Islamic years, including the Jahiliyya period, is mentioned in the chronicles. Ma’būr, of Coptic origin, was one of the slaves sent as a gift by Muqawkis (d. 21/642 [?]). Records indicate that he was the elder brother or uncle’s son of Māriya (d. 16/637). It is known that he faced slander and accusations from various sources due to his service to Māriya. It is important to note that there is limited information about him in the sources. Furthermore, his historical presence in the chronicles is primarily defined by his status as a eunuch. This article begins by examining Muqawqis’ dispatch of Ma’būr to the Prophet Muhammad and discuss an accusation against Māriya. It also explores castration as a physiological characteristic, with a focus on the narratives surrounding Ma’būr’s eunuch status.

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