Hazrat Usman ibn Affan (RA) was approximately 82 years old (close to 80) when he was martyred on 18 Dhul Hijjah 35 AH (656 CE). He was born in 576 CE in Makkah and was among the earliest converts to Islam. He served as the third Caliph for 12 years (644-656 CE). During his martyrdom, he was reciting the Quran when rebels attacked him, and his blood fell on the verse: 'Allah will suffice you against them.'