d. 275 AH, 888 CE
Born in 203 AH, from the Azd tribe.
Gained Hadith knowledge in Nisabur and Basra, then travelled extensively.
Studied under renowned Muhadditheen across Iraq, Persia, Syria, and Egypt.
Known for his encyclopedic knowledge, photographic memory, kindness, and upright character.
Died in Basra at age 73.
