Was the Najashi a Companion or a Successor?

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Question:
Was the Najashi a Companion or a Successor?

Answer:
No, he did not meet the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him).
He was a Successor; because he did not meet the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), he only corresponded with him.

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