It was narrated from Abu Juhaifah: I heard 'Ali (رضي الله عنه) say: The best of this ummah after its Prophet ﷺ are Abu Bakr and 'Umar (رضي الله عنهما), and if I wanted, I could tell you of the third one.
The companions of Prophet Muhammad were known for their piety, knowledge, wisdom and courage which made them exemplary figures in Islamic history. They were chosen by Allah Himself to spread His message throughout Arabia and beyond during a time when it was difficult to do so due to opposition from many quarters. Thus, they deserve our utmost respect as they laid down their lives for Islam without hesitation or fear. We should strive to emulate their example in our own lives by being devoted Muslims with strong faith in Allah’s will at all times no matter what obstacles come our way.