The document summarizes events leading up to the Battle of Badr, including:
1) The Prophet Muhammad sent scouts to track a Quraysh caravan returning from Syria with valuable goods, seeing it as an opportunity for a potentially significant economic and military strike against the Quraysh.
2) The Prophet's aunt had a dream foretelling of an impending battle, which came true when a messenger warned the Quraysh of Muslims intercepting their caravan.
3) With the caravan under threat, the Quraysh mustered a large force to protect it, setting the stage for the first major battle between Muslims and Quraysh at Badr.
The document provides details about the Battle of Badr which was the first major battle between early Muslim warriors and their opponents from Mecca in 624 CE. It discusses the preparations made by the Muslims including erecting a command post, the Prophet's strategy, and his inspirational speech to the companions. It describes how Allah blessed the Muslims with rain and sleep before the battle. The battle began with dual combats between prominent figures on both sides. Allah sent angels to help the Muslims and they emerged victorious, though some Muslims were martyred. After three days, the Prophet had the martyrs buried and the prisoners and spoils secured before returning to Medina.
The document describes the events leading up to and during the Battle of Badr, which was one of the earliest battles fought between early Muslim warriors and their opponents from Mecca. It provides details on the size and leadership of both armies, how the Muslim army prepared their defenses near the wells of Badr, and the ultimate outcome of the battle, which resulted in a victory for the Muslims. Key leaders from Mecca were killed or taken prisoner, while the early Muslims suffered relatively few casualties. The battle helped establish Islam and demonstrated the strength and loyalty of the early Muslim community.
The Battle of Badr was fought between 313 Muslim fighters led by the Prophet Muhammad and a force of 1,000 Quraysh disbelievers. The Muslims were poorly equipped with few weapons, while the Quraysh army was large and well-armed. Despite being outnumbered, the Muslims were victorious through divine assistance, inflicting a crushing defeat on the disbelievers. The battle marked an important turning point, establishing the strength of the growing Muslim community in Arabia.
The document summarizes key details about several early battles in Islamic history:
The Battle of Badr involved 313 poorly armed Muslim soldiers led by the Prophet Muhammad facing 1,000 strongly equipped soldiers from the Quraish tribe led by Abu Jahal. Through bravery and prayer, the Muslims were victorious, killing 70 Quraish soldiers while only losing 14 of their own. This battle strengthened the foundation of the Prophet and early Muslim community.
The document provides details about the Battle of Badr which was a decisive early battle between Muslims and non-Muslims in 624 AD. It summarizes the persecution faced by Muslims in Mecca, their migration to Medina, and preparations for battle including Allah blessing the Muslim army with rain and sleep. It then describes the layout of the two armies and key events during the battle, including Muslims gaining victory over their opponents who were larger in number. Key leaders of the opposing side were killed while the Muslim army only lost 22 soldiers. The battle demonstrated the victory of truth over falsehood and provided important lessons for Muslims around courage, sacrifice and defending Islam.
The document discusses the concept of prophethood in Islam. It defines prophethood (risalat) as Allah's means of communicating guidance to mankind by sending chosen people (prophets and messengers) to convey His message. It explains that while all messengers (rasools) were prophets (anbiya), not all prophets were messengers, with messengers receiving a new divine law. The document notes there were 124,000 prophets total and 313 were messengers, discussing the need for prophethood and characteristics of prophets.
The document provides an introduction to Hadith, including:
1) Definitions of Hadith, both literal and technical, and the subject matter of Hadith, which is to obtain guidance from the Prophet Muhammad.
2) The aims and objectives of studying Hadith are to follow the guidance of the Prophet in order to be successful in this life and the next.
3) Hadith is mentioned in the Quran referring to the guidance given to the Prophet by Allah, establishing the authority of Hadith from the Quran itself.
The document provides details about the Battle of Badr which was the first major battle between early Muslim warriors and their opponents from Mecca in 624 CE. It discusses the preparations made by the Muslims including erecting a command post, the Prophet's strategy, and his inspirational speech to the companions. It describes how Allah blessed the Muslims with rain and sleep before the battle. The battle began with dual combats between prominent figures on both sides. Allah sent angels to help the Muslims and they emerged victorious, though some Muslims were martyred. After three days, the Prophet had the martyrs buried and the prisoners and spoils secured before returning to Medina.
The document describes the events leading up to and during the Battle of Badr, which was one of the earliest battles fought between early Muslim warriors and their opponents from Mecca. It provides details on the size and leadership of both armies, how the Muslim army prepared their defenses near the wells of Badr, and the ultimate outcome of the battle, which resulted in a victory for the Muslims. Key leaders from Mecca were killed or taken prisoner, while the early Muslims suffered relatively few casualties. The battle helped establish Islam and demonstrated the strength and loyalty of the early Muslim community.
The Battle of Badr was fought between 313 Muslim fighters led by the Prophet Muhammad and a force of 1,000 Quraysh disbelievers. The Muslims were poorly equipped with few weapons, while the Quraysh army was large and well-armed. Despite being outnumbered, the Muslims were victorious through divine assistance, inflicting a crushing defeat on the disbelievers. The battle marked an important turning point, establishing the strength of the growing Muslim community in Arabia.
The document summarizes key details about several early battles in Islamic history:
The Battle of Badr involved 313 poorly armed Muslim soldiers led by the Prophet Muhammad facing 1,000 strongly equipped soldiers from the Quraish tribe led by Abu Jahal. Through bravery and prayer, the Muslims were victorious, killing 70 Quraish soldiers while only losing 14 of their own. This battle strengthened the foundation of the Prophet and early Muslim community.
The document provides details about the Battle of Badr which was a decisive early battle between Muslims and non-Muslims in 624 AD. It summarizes the persecution faced by Muslims in Mecca, their migration to Medina, and preparations for battle including Allah blessing the Muslim army with rain and sleep. It then describes the layout of the two armies and key events during the battle, including Muslims gaining victory over their opponents who were larger in number. Key leaders of the opposing side were killed while the Muslim army only lost 22 soldiers. The battle demonstrated the victory of truth over falsehood and provided important lessons for Muslims around courage, sacrifice and defending Islam.
The document discusses the concept of prophethood in Islam. It defines prophethood (risalat) as Allah's means of communicating guidance to mankind by sending chosen people (prophets and messengers) to convey His message. It explains that while all messengers (rasools) were prophets (anbiya), not all prophets were messengers, with messengers receiving a new divine law. The document notes there were 124,000 prophets total and 313 were messengers, discussing the need for prophethood and characteristics of prophets.
The document provides an introduction to Hadith, including:
1) Definitions of Hadith, both literal and technical, and the subject matter of Hadith, which is to obtain guidance from the Prophet Muhammad.
2) The aims and objectives of studying Hadith are to follow the guidance of the Prophet in order to be successful in this life and the next.
3) Hadith is mentioned in the Quran referring to the guidance given to the Prophet by Allah, establishing the authority of Hadith from the Quran itself.
This document provides an overview of the life of Prophet Muhammad during the Meccan period. It describes the political and religious situation at the time, the advantages of preaching to Arabs, difficulties faced, stages of the early Islamic movement including secret preaching, open preaching, persecution, and extreme oppression. It also discusses the Prophet's migration from Mecca to Medina and his arrival in Medina.
There was a mutual defense treaty between Muslims and nearby Jews in Madinah. The Jews betrayed the treaty by planning to kill the Prophet and allying with enemies including the Quraysh tribe and Ghatafan tribe, amassing an army of 10,000 to fight the Muslims. In response, upon the suggestion of Salman Farsi, the Muslims dug a trench to defend Madinah. When the enemy forces arrived and saw the trench, which was an unfamiliar defense tactic, they were shocked. After over 20 days of siege involving arrow fights and challenges between warriors, the failure to overcome the trench defense marked the beginning of Muhammad's growing political strength in Madinah.
Battle of Badr_First Battle in Islamic HistoryAziz Ansari
The document provides details about the Battle of Badr which was a decisive early battle between Muslims and non-Muslims in 624 AD. It summarizes the persecution faced by Muslims in Mecca, their migration to Medina, and preparations for battle including fortifying positions and receiving divine assistance. On the day of battle, the much smaller Muslim army was victorious over the larger Quraysh force, killing several leaders. The battle established the strength of Islam and provided important lessons about distinguishing between truth and falsehood.
This document provides an introduction and overview of the Hajj pilgrimage in Islam. It discusses how Hajj began with Ibrahim (AS) and the construction of the Kaaba. It then describes how Hajj changed over time with the rise of idol worship. The document outlines the key rituals and significance of Hajj, including ihram, talbiya, tawaf, sa'i, and waqoof. It explains the advantages and rewards of performing Hajj, emphasizing the spiritual purification and training. Various Hajj rituals are defined, and a basic schedule is provided for the rites performed on each day of Hajj.
1) The document discusses secrets and virtues of Surah Al-Kahf, which contains 4 stories that were revealed to answer questions posed to the Prophet Muhammad.
2) The first story, comprising verses 9-26, is about a group of righteous young men who fled persecution and hid in a cave for 309 years, emerging when their people had become believers.
3) The second story, in verses 32-43, tells of a man with two gardens who became arrogant and ungrateful for Allah's blessings, resulting in the destruction of his gardens.
4) Additional stories discussed include Musa and Khidr, and Dhul-Qarnayn, while virtues of rec
This document provides an account of the Battle of Badr and the factors that led to it. It notes that the Battle of Badr was the first battle in Islam and resulted from threats from Quraysh caravans, raids on their caravans, and jealousy from the Jews and hypocrites in Medina. The battle was significant as it increased the reputation of the Prophet Muhammad and his followers, demonstrated their courage and faith in Allah, and marked the beginning of the expansion of the Islamic empire across Arabia and beyond.
This document provides information about Surah Al-Fatihah including:
1) It discusses the importance of reciting ta'awwuz and dua before reciting the Quran for protection from Shaitan and for guidance.
2) It explains the importance of starting the prayer with Bismillah and its wisdom.
3) It defines key Quranic terms - Illah, Rabb, Ibadah, and Deen - and their meanings.
The document discusses the types of divine revelations in Islam and defines hadith and sunnah. It explains that hadith refers to reported sayings or actions of the prophet Muhammad, while sunnah refers to the prophet's model behavior. The document also addresses criticisms of the preservation of hadith, responding that hadith were preserved through memorization, practice, and documentation during the prophet's lifetime. It provides categories of hadith authenticity and clarifies that Bukhari and Muslim do not contain all authentic hadith.
In this document the whole battle of khandaq is explained very deeply and also with the help of pictures too. this presentation if read can lead you to a great deep knowledge about battle of trench
The document summarizes key events from the Madani period of Prophet Muhammad's (SAW) life, including establishing an Islamic administrative system in Madina, early battles against Meccan pagans like Badr and Uhud, treaties with Jewish tribes, the Battle of the Trench against the Quraysh and allied tribes, the Treaty of Hudaybiyah, conquest of Mecca, and the Prophet's final Hajj sermon emphasizing unity and equality among Muslims. Major military conflicts, political developments, and the Prophet's guidance in strengthening the fledgling Islamic society and state are highlighted.
The Battle of Badr was a decisive battle fought in 624 CE between Muhammad and his followers from Medina and the Quraysh tribe of Mecca. The Quraysh sent a force of 1000 men to attack the outnumbered Muslim force of 313 men after some of Muhammad's followers intercepted a Quraysh trade caravan. Through divine intervention in the form of an army of angels, the Muslims were able to defeat the Quraysh and kill many of their leaders, including Abu Jahl, establishing the religion of Islam in Arabia.
1) The document discusses the early growth of Islam in Makkah and Madinah, including key events that strengthened the Muslim community such as the Pledge of Aqabah.
2) It describes the Quraysh's increasing concern over Islam and their plots against Muhammad, including a failed assassination attempt.
3) It outlines Muhammad's strategic expeditions targeting Quraysh trade routes to assert Muslim control and pressure the Quraysh. This sets the context for the Battle of Badr when a Quraysh caravan and army encountered the Muslims.
Hazrat Ali ibn Abi Talib was the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad. He was the first male to convert to Islam and devoted his life to serving the Prophet. He participated in many battles, earning a reputation for bravery. The Prophet entrusted Ali with important responsibilities and considered him part of his household. After the Prophet's death, Ali became the fourth caliph but faced several rebellions during his caliphate from 656 to 661 AD.
The document summarizes the Battle of Hunayn which took place in 8 AH. The Hawazen and Thaqif tribes gathered a large army to attack the Muslims in Mecca. The Prophet Muhammad led the Muslim army of 12,000 men to confront the enemy force of 20,000 men in the valley of Hunayn. The Muslims were initially ambushed and their army fell into chaos, but the Prophet remained standing firm. With the help of returning companions, the battle was reorganized and the Muslims eventually defeated the Hawazen and Thaqif tribes, chasing after the remnants. After gathering spoils, the Prophet divided them in Jurana before returning to Madina.
Hadrat Usman ibn Affan was born in 573 AC in Mecca to a wealthy and noble family. He accepted Islam early on despite opposition from his own family. He demonstrated his commitment to Islam by migrating to Abyssinia to escape persecution in Mecca. Usman financially supported the Muslim community and helped expand the Prophet's mosque. He was chosen as the third caliph by a panel after Umar's death and led expansions of the Islamic empire. The Prophet spoke very highly of Usman and his role in heaven, emphasizing his virtue and importance to the Muslim community.
The document provides a brief overview of the life of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in 3 sentences:
Muhammad (PBUH) was born in 570 CE in Mecca and began receiving revelations from God at age 40, facing opposition from Meccans but finding support from Muslims in Medina, and spent his later years uniting the Arabian Peninsula under the religion of Islam and establishing the first Islamic community and state.
This document discusses the Seal of Prophethood that was on Muhammad (peace be upon him). It says the seal was placed after his chest was split open when he was 4 years old. The seal was located between his shoulder blades on his left side, and was the size of a pigeon egg. It had some hairs and spots like moles. The seal served to authenticate that Muhammad was a prophet and protected him from evil whispers. It disappeared after his death, proving he had passed away.
The conquest of Mecca/Makkah (Arabic: فتح مكة fatḥ makkah) was the conquering of the town of Mecca/Makkah by Muslims led by the Holy Prophet Muhammad in December 629 or January 630 AD[3][4] (Julian), 10–20 Ramadan, 8 AH.[3] The conquest marked the end of the wars between the followers of Holy Prophet Muhammad and the Quraysh tribe.
Muhammad (peace be upon him), the prophet of mercy 2Teacher
The passage summarizes key events in the life of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It describes how he suffered abuse from the Quraysh tribe in Mecca and sought refuge in Ta'if but was rejected. It then discusses his Night Journey to Jerusalem and ascension to heaven. It outlines his migration to Medina, the establishment of the first Muslim community, and early battles including Badr. It concludes with the conquest of Mecca and his farewell pilgrimage.
This document provides an overview of the life of Prophet Muhammad during the Meccan period. It describes the political and religious situation at the time, the advantages of preaching to Arabs, difficulties faced, stages of the early Islamic movement including secret preaching, open preaching, persecution, and extreme oppression. It also discusses the Prophet's migration from Mecca to Medina and his arrival in Medina.
There was a mutual defense treaty between Muslims and nearby Jews in Madinah. The Jews betrayed the treaty by planning to kill the Prophet and allying with enemies including the Quraysh tribe and Ghatafan tribe, amassing an army of 10,000 to fight the Muslims. In response, upon the suggestion of Salman Farsi, the Muslims dug a trench to defend Madinah. When the enemy forces arrived and saw the trench, which was an unfamiliar defense tactic, they were shocked. After over 20 days of siege involving arrow fights and challenges between warriors, the failure to overcome the trench defense marked the beginning of Muhammad's growing political strength in Madinah.
Battle of Badr_First Battle in Islamic HistoryAziz Ansari
The document provides details about the Battle of Badr which was a decisive early battle between Muslims and non-Muslims in 624 AD. It summarizes the persecution faced by Muslims in Mecca, their migration to Medina, and preparations for battle including fortifying positions and receiving divine assistance. On the day of battle, the much smaller Muslim army was victorious over the larger Quraysh force, killing several leaders. The battle established the strength of Islam and provided important lessons about distinguishing between truth and falsehood.
This document provides an introduction and overview of the Hajj pilgrimage in Islam. It discusses how Hajj began with Ibrahim (AS) and the construction of the Kaaba. It then describes how Hajj changed over time with the rise of idol worship. The document outlines the key rituals and significance of Hajj, including ihram, talbiya, tawaf, sa'i, and waqoof. It explains the advantages and rewards of performing Hajj, emphasizing the spiritual purification and training. Various Hajj rituals are defined, and a basic schedule is provided for the rites performed on each day of Hajj.
1) The document discusses secrets and virtues of Surah Al-Kahf, which contains 4 stories that were revealed to answer questions posed to the Prophet Muhammad.
2) The first story, comprising verses 9-26, is about a group of righteous young men who fled persecution and hid in a cave for 309 years, emerging when their people had become believers.
3) The second story, in verses 32-43, tells of a man with two gardens who became arrogant and ungrateful for Allah's blessings, resulting in the destruction of his gardens.
4) Additional stories discussed include Musa and Khidr, and Dhul-Qarnayn, while virtues of rec
This document provides an account of the Battle of Badr and the factors that led to it. It notes that the Battle of Badr was the first battle in Islam and resulted from threats from Quraysh caravans, raids on their caravans, and jealousy from the Jews and hypocrites in Medina. The battle was significant as it increased the reputation of the Prophet Muhammad and his followers, demonstrated their courage and faith in Allah, and marked the beginning of the expansion of the Islamic empire across Arabia and beyond.
This document provides information about Surah Al-Fatihah including:
1) It discusses the importance of reciting ta'awwuz and dua before reciting the Quran for protection from Shaitan and for guidance.
2) It explains the importance of starting the prayer with Bismillah and its wisdom.
3) It defines key Quranic terms - Illah, Rabb, Ibadah, and Deen - and their meanings.
The document discusses the types of divine revelations in Islam and defines hadith and sunnah. It explains that hadith refers to reported sayings or actions of the prophet Muhammad, while sunnah refers to the prophet's model behavior. The document also addresses criticisms of the preservation of hadith, responding that hadith were preserved through memorization, practice, and documentation during the prophet's lifetime. It provides categories of hadith authenticity and clarifies that Bukhari and Muslim do not contain all authentic hadith.
In this document the whole battle of khandaq is explained very deeply and also with the help of pictures too. this presentation if read can lead you to a great deep knowledge about battle of trench
The document summarizes key events from the Madani period of Prophet Muhammad's (SAW) life, including establishing an Islamic administrative system in Madina, early battles against Meccan pagans like Badr and Uhud, treaties with Jewish tribes, the Battle of the Trench against the Quraysh and allied tribes, the Treaty of Hudaybiyah, conquest of Mecca, and the Prophet's final Hajj sermon emphasizing unity and equality among Muslims. Major military conflicts, political developments, and the Prophet's guidance in strengthening the fledgling Islamic society and state are highlighted.
The Battle of Badr was a decisive battle fought in 624 CE between Muhammad and his followers from Medina and the Quraysh tribe of Mecca. The Quraysh sent a force of 1000 men to attack the outnumbered Muslim force of 313 men after some of Muhammad's followers intercepted a Quraysh trade caravan. Through divine intervention in the form of an army of angels, the Muslims were able to defeat the Quraysh and kill many of their leaders, including Abu Jahl, establishing the religion of Islam in Arabia.
1) The document discusses the early growth of Islam in Makkah and Madinah, including key events that strengthened the Muslim community such as the Pledge of Aqabah.
2) It describes the Quraysh's increasing concern over Islam and their plots against Muhammad, including a failed assassination attempt.
3) It outlines Muhammad's strategic expeditions targeting Quraysh trade routes to assert Muslim control and pressure the Quraysh. This sets the context for the Battle of Badr when a Quraysh caravan and army encountered the Muslims.
Hazrat Ali ibn Abi Talib was the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad. He was the first male to convert to Islam and devoted his life to serving the Prophet. He participated in many battles, earning a reputation for bravery. The Prophet entrusted Ali with important responsibilities and considered him part of his household. After the Prophet's death, Ali became the fourth caliph but faced several rebellions during his caliphate from 656 to 661 AD.
The document summarizes the Battle of Hunayn which took place in 8 AH. The Hawazen and Thaqif tribes gathered a large army to attack the Muslims in Mecca. The Prophet Muhammad led the Muslim army of 12,000 men to confront the enemy force of 20,000 men in the valley of Hunayn. The Muslims were initially ambushed and their army fell into chaos, but the Prophet remained standing firm. With the help of returning companions, the battle was reorganized and the Muslims eventually defeated the Hawazen and Thaqif tribes, chasing after the remnants. After gathering spoils, the Prophet divided them in Jurana before returning to Madina.
Hadrat Usman ibn Affan was born in 573 AC in Mecca to a wealthy and noble family. He accepted Islam early on despite opposition from his own family. He demonstrated his commitment to Islam by migrating to Abyssinia to escape persecution in Mecca. Usman financially supported the Muslim community and helped expand the Prophet's mosque. He was chosen as the third caliph by a panel after Umar's death and led expansions of the Islamic empire. The Prophet spoke very highly of Usman and his role in heaven, emphasizing his virtue and importance to the Muslim community.
The document provides a brief overview of the life of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in 3 sentences:
Muhammad (PBUH) was born in 570 CE in Mecca and began receiving revelations from God at age 40, facing opposition from Meccans but finding support from Muslims in Medina, and spent his later years uniting the Arabian Peninsula under the religion of Islam and establishing the first Islamic community and state.
This document discusses the Seal of Prophethood that was on Muhammad (peace be upon him). It says the seal was placed after his chest was split open when he was 4 years old. The seal was located between his shoulder blades on his left side, and was the size of a pigeon egg. It had some hairs and spots like moles. The seal served to authenticate that Muhammad was a prophet and protected him from evil whispers. It disappeared after his death, proving he had passed away.
The conquest of Mecca/Makkah (Arabic: فتح مكة fatḥ makkah) was the conquering of the town of Mecca/Makkah by Muslims led by the Holy Prophet Muhammad in December 629 or January 630 AD[3][4] (Julian), 10–20 Ramadan, 8 AH.[3] The conquest marked the end of the wars between the followers of Holy Prophet Muhammad and the Quraysh tribe.
Muhammad (peace be upon him), the prophet of mercy 2Teacher
The passage summarizes key events in the life of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It describes how he suffered abuse from the Quraysh tribe in Mecca and sought refuge in Ta'if but was rejected. It then discusses his Night Journey to Jerusalem and ascension to heaven. It outlines his migration to Medina, the establishment of the first Muslim community, and early battles including Badr. It concludes with the conquest of Mecca and his farewell pilgrimage.
1. The Prophet Muhammad migrated from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE to escape persecution from the Quraysh tribe. This migration, known as the Hijra, marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar.
2. In Medina, the Prophet Muhammad established the first Islamic community and state by drafting a constitution called the Charter of Medina that ensured rights and responsibilities for Muslims and non-Muslims.
3. Despite efforts at cooperation, conflicts arose with the Jewish tribes of Medina and battles were fought against the Quraysh of Mecca, including the Battles of Badr, Uhud, and the Trench. The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah
The Meaning of the Qur'an is a fresh English rendering of Tafhim-ul-Qur’an, Maulana Syed Abu Ala Moududi’s monumental and masterly Urdu translation of the Qur’an and a selection of his commentary. The translator has undertaken the delicate and difficult task of rendering this work in English under the guidance of the Maulana himself. Here is a work with a difference, by a dedicated scholar of an entirely different sort. An immense wealth of profound understanding of the Qur’an is here, a vast treasure of knowledge and deep insight, and a valuable exposition of some social, political, economic and legal teachings of the Qur’an.
This comprehensive Tafsir answers contemporary questions, and makes the Qur’an fully relevant to the concerns of day, yet it loses nothing of its timelessness nor sacrifices any of the traditional understanding. It demonstrates the unity and coherence of the Qur’an by centring everything on its message, like gems hung on a single string.
This Tafsir is particularly suitable for Muslims with no direct access to the Arabic original.
The document summarizes the conquest of Khyber by Muslim and Jewish forces in 7 AH. Key details include: Ali ibn Abi Talib and Umar ibn al-Khattab led 1600 Muslim men against the 10,000-strong Khyber Jewish force. The battle occurred at Kila Khyber after the Jews refused to accept Islam or apologize for plotting against Muslims. During the battle, the tribe of Ghatafan failed to aid the Jews as planned. Ultimately, the Prophet Muhammad gave the flag to Ali ibn Abi Talib, who successfully led the Muslims to victory over the Jews after several days of fighting and siege warfare.
The Meaning of the Qur'an is a fresh English rendering of Tafhim-ul-Qur’an, Maulana Syed Abu Ala Moududi’s monumental and masterly Urdu translation of the Qur’an and a selection of his commentary. The translator has undertaken the delicate and difficult task of rendering this work in English under the guidance of the Maulana himself. Here is a work with a difference, by a dedicated scholar of an entirely different sort. An immense wealth of profound understanding of the Qur’an is here, a vast treasure of knowledge and deep insight, and a valuable exposition of some social, political, economic and legal teachings of the Qur’an.
This comprehensive Tafsir answers contemporary questions, and makes the Qur’an fully relevant to the concerns of day, yet it loses nothing of its timelessness nor sacrifices any of the traditional understanding. It demonstrates the unity and coherence of the Qur’an by centring everything on its message, like gems hung on a single string.
This Tafsir is particularly suitable for Muslims with no direct access to the Arabic original.
1) The Prophet Muhammad had a dream telling him to lead Muslims on a pilgrimage to Mecca, so he and 1400 companions traveled to Hudaibiya near Mecca to perform Umrah.
2) When the Quraysh of Mecca learned of the pilgrimage, they objected and tried to prevent the Muslims from entering Mecca. Negotiations then began between the Muslims and Quraysh which resulted in a 10-year truce treaty being signed at Hudaibiya.
3) Although the Muslims' main goal of entering Mecca was not achieved, the Quran refers to the Treaty of Hudaibiya as a "clear victory" and an example
This document discusses Munafiqun (hypocrites) in Madinah during the time of the Prophet Muhammad. It defines Munafiqun as those who pretend to be Muslim but hide their rejection of the faith. It outlines several prominent hypocrites in Madinah, including Abdullah ibn Ubayy and Abu 'Amir bin 'Amir al-Saif, and their attempts to undermine the Prophet and Muslims. The document also discusses signs of hypocrisy according to the Quran and hadith, and how the Prophet dealt with hypocrites through psychological means rather than physical punishment.
This document provides a summary of Islamic history focusing on the expansion and opening of various regions to Islam. It discusses the opening of Makkah in detail, including background around the Treaty of Hudaibiyah. It describes how the Prophet Muhammad secretly prepared his forces and marched toward Makkah. It also discusses several key figures accepting Islam during this time, including Abu Sufyan ibn Al-Harith and Abu Sufyan ibn Harb. The document is divided into sections covering the opening of various Islamic territories and regions across the Middle East, North Africa and Spain.
Ghazwat e Nabwi S.A.W.W. , Battles of IslamAamir Waqas
Ghazwat e Nabwi (S.A.W.W.), Ghazwa-e-Badr, Ghazwa-e-uhud. Hamra Al Asad, Battle of Trench, Invasion of Banu Quraiza, Battle of Khyber, Battle of Maut'ta, Battle of Hunain
The document provides a summary of the life of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in 3 parts:
1) It describes his birth and early life as an orphan in Makkah, his work as a merchant, and his marriage to Khadijah.
2) It discusses his receiving of the first revelation from Gabriel at age 40 and his 23 years of receiving revelations that were later compiled into the Quran. He faced challenges from Makkan leaders as he spread the message of Islam.
3) It outlines some key later events including his migration to Madinah to escape persecution, treatments of envoys in Madinah, the liberation of Makkah, and his farewell
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The document provides background information on Arab tribes and society prior to the rise of Islam. It discusses the location and nature of various Arab tribes, their social structures, religions, and economic situations. It also gives brief biographical details about Muhammad's lineage and early life in Mecca before the start of his prophethood. The document aims to provide context for understanding Muhammad's mission and the spread of the early Islamic message.
1. The document details the conquest of Mecca by the Prophet Muhammad and 10,000 Muslim fighters in the 8th year after the Hijra.
2. It describes the preparations for the conquest, including sending out decoy troops to distract enemies while the main Muslim force secretly moved towards Mecca.
3. Upon arriving in Mecca, the Muslim troops encountered little resistance as the city surrendered to the Prophet. The idols in the Kaaba were destroyed and the people of Mecca pledged obedience to the Prophet.
1. The document details the conquest of Mecca by the Prophet Muhammad and 10,000 Muslim fighters in the 8th year after the Hijra.
2. It describes the preparations for the conquest, including sending out decoy troops to distract enemies while the main Muslim force secretly moved towards Mecca.
3. Upon arriving in Mecca, the Muslim troops encountered little resistance as the city surrendered to the Prophet. The idols in the Kaaba were destroyed and the people of Mecca pledged obedience to the Prophet.
The document summarizes key events of the Hijrah (migration) of Prophet Muhammad and his followers from Mecca to Madinah, including:
1) Prophet Muhammad and Abu Bakr's journey was initially pursued by a bounty hunter named Suraqah, but he was warned off in signs and chose not to continue.
2) Upon arriving in Madinah, Prophet Muhammad first stayed for over 10 days at Quba' where the first mosque was built based on taqwa.
3) When arriving in Yathrib (later called Madinah), Prophet Muhammad was hosted by Abu Ayyub al-Ansari and immediately prioritized the construction of the
The document summarizes events surrounding the Treaty of Hudaybiyah. It describes how the Prophet Muhammad and 1400 companions traveled to Mecca to perform the Umrah pilgrimage but were blocked by Quraysh leaders. This led to negotiations, where a 10-year peace treaty was agreed that allowed Muslims to enter Mecca for pilgrimage. While some Muslims were initially upset, the treaty proved beneficial as it recognized Muslims politically and stopped war, allowing the religion to spread peacefully.
The document summarizes events surrounding the Treaty of Hudaybiyah. It describes how the Prophet Muhammad and his followers traveled to Mecca to perform the Umrah pilgrimage but were prevented from entering by Quraysh leaders. This led to negotiations and an agreement was made to allow Muslims access to Mecca for pilgrimage the following year. The treaty also recognized Muslims as an independent political entity and allowed tribes to join either side freely. While some Muslims were initially unhappy, the treaty ultimately strengthened the Muslim community and position in Arabia without violence.
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1) Abu Bakr Siddiq was the first Caliph after the Prophet Muhammad. He accepted Islam after recognizing Muhammad as a truthful person.
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Battle of Badr.pdf
1. Battle of Badr
17 RAMADAN 2 AH
From: AR RAHEEQUL MAKHTUM
By Safiur Rahman Al-Mubarakpuri
2. Significance of
Battle of Badr
First ever
battle fought
between the
Muslims and
the Arabs
01 03 04
02 05
07
06
Yaum ul
Furqan:
Distinguished
the truth from
falsehood
Established the
Muslim
identity in
Arab lands
Defined the
Muslim
community as
a political
entity capable
of warfare and
reason.
Set precedent
for future
battles
Raised the
ranks of the
Sahabas in the
sight of Allah.
The only battle where Allah sent
reinforcements in the form of Angels
3. Hijrah
Owing to the increasing persecution of the Muslims in
Makkah, the Prophet [Peace be upon Him] allowed Muslims to
migrate to safer lands. The first of them being the land of
Abyssinia. Even though Abyssinia provided safety and security
to Muslims for practicising their religion, the Muslims were
intent on being closer to the Messenger of Allah.
A delegation of pilgrims of Yathrib happened to accept the
invitation to Islam and undertake the first pledge of Aqabah.
The following year, they returned to Makkah for pilgrimage,
this time offering safety in their land to the Muslims. Upon
consideration, the prophet [Peace be upon Him] instructed to
Muslims to migrate to the land of dates- Yathrib. The Muslims
who migrated, called the Muhajiroon, left their livelihoods and
properties behind to strive freely for the sake of Allah and His
Messenger [Peace be upon Him].
4. Hijrah
The Prophet [Peace be upon Him] however was waiting for
Allah's command to migrate to Yathrib. When the command
of Allah came, the prophet [Peace be upon Him] along with
Abu Bakr (May Allah be pleased with him) set out on their
journey. They were given a warm welcome by the Muslims in
Yathrib, and the prophet [Peace be upon Him] laid foundation
for the first masjid- Masjid Qubaa'
Each Muhajir (singular for Muhajiroon) was paired with an
Ansaar (helper) to establish ties of brotherhood and familiarity
between the two groups. The Muslims were settling in well
and good, but the Quraysh of Makkah were keen on causing
problems.
5. Attempts to Provoke the Muslims
The Quraysh, offended at the escape of the Prophet [Peace be upon Him] along with his devoted
Companions, and jealous of his growing power in Madinah, kept a strict watch over the Muslims left
behind and victimized them in every possible way. They also established secret contacts with
'Abdullah bin Ubai Ibn Salul, chief of Madinese polytheists, and head designate of the tribes 'Aws and
Khazraj before the Prophet's emigration. They sent him a strongly- worded ultimatum ordering him to
fight or expel the Prophet [Peace be upon Him]. otherwise they would launch a widespread military
campaign that would kill his people and arrest his women.
His pride wounded and kingship no longer his, 'Abdullah bin Ubai Ibn Salul responded positively to
his Quraishite co-polytheists. 'Abdur-Rahman bin Ka'b said, "When this reached 'Abdullah bin Ubai
and those who were worshippers of idols with him, they gathered together to fight against Allâh's
Messenger [Peace be upon Him].
When the Prophet [Peace be upon Him] heard about it, he visited them and said:
"The threat of the Quraysh to you has expired. They cannot conceive a plot against you more than you
intend to harm yourselves. Are you willing to fight with your sons and brethren?"
When they heard this from the Prophet [Peace be upon Him] they all left.
Their chief, however, seemingly complied, but at heart. he remained a wicked unpredictable
conspirator along with Quraysh and the envious Jews.
6. Further Provocation
Provocative actions continued and Quraysh sent the Muslims a note threatening to put them to death in
their own homeland. Those were not mere words, for the Prophet [Peace be upon Him] received
information from reliable sources attesting to real intrigues and plots being hatched by the enemies of
Islam. Precautionary measures were taken and a state of alertness was called for. including the positioning
of security guards around the house of the Prophet [Peace be upon Him] and strategic points. Muslim
recorded that Aishah (May Allah be pleased with her) said that Allâh's Messenger [Peace be upon Him] lay
down on bed during one night on his arrival in Madinah and said: "Were there a pious person from
amongst my Companions who should keep a watch for me during the night?"
She said: "We were in this state when we heard the clanging noise of arms. He (the Prophet) said: 'Who is it?'
He said: "This is Sa'd bin Abi Waqqas.' Allâh's Messenger [Peace be upon Him] said to him: 'What brings you
here? Thereupon he (May Allah be pleased with him) said: 'I feared (lest any harm should come to) Allâh's
Messenger so I came to serve as your guard." Messenger [Peace be upon Him] invoked blessings upon him
and then he slept." This state of close vigilance continued ceaselessly until the words of Allah were revealed
saying:
"Allâh will protect you from mankind." [5:67]
The Prophet's life was not the only target of wicked schemes, but rather the lives and the whole entity of the
Muslims. When the Madinese provided the Prophet and his Companions with safe refuge, the desert
bedouins began to look at them all in the same perspective, and outlawed all Muslims.
ۗ ِساَّنٱل
َن
ِم َك ُم
ِص
ْعَي ُهَّللٱ َو
7. Threat to Sa'ad ibn Muadh
Sa‘d bin Mu‘adh, an outstanding Helper, announced his intention to observe ‘Umrah (lesser
pilgrimage) and headed for Makkah. He went to Umaiyah ibn Khalaf, and said, "Tell me of a
time when it is empty so that I may be able to perform tawaf around the Ka'bah." So Umaiyah
went with him about midday, Abu Jahl met them and, "O Abu Safwan! Who is this man
accompanying you?" He said, "He is Sa'd."
Abu Jahl addressed Sa'd saying, "I see you wandering about safely in Makkah in spite of the
fact that you have given shelter to the people who have changed their religion, and support
them. By Allah, if you were not in the company of Abu Safwan, you would not have gone to
your family safe and sound.
Sa'd (May Allah be pleased with him) said to him, "By Allah! If you should stop me from doing
this, I would certainly stop you from something that is more valuable to you, that is your
passagewaythrough Madinah."
8. Intercepting Caravans
At this critical situation, with the Quraysh having the intention of pursuing their aggressive and devilish
plans. Allâh, the All-High gave the Muslims the permission to take arms against the disbelievers:
"Permission to fight is given to those (i.e., believers against those disbelievers), who are fighting them, (and)
because they (believers) have been wronged, and surely Allah is Able to give them (believers) victory."
[22:39]
Doubtlessly, the permission to fight was revealed in Madinah after emigration, not in Makkah, still the exact
date where of is in doubt.
The permission to fight was already there, but in the light of the present state of affairs, it was wise for the
Muslims to bring the commercial routes leading to Makkah under their control. To realize this strategic
objective, the Prophet [Peace be upon Him] had to choose either of two options:
1. Entering into treaties with the tribes inhabiting either the areas adjacent to the routes or between
these routes and Madinah.
2. Dispatching successive armed missions for harassment along the strategic commercial routes.
ٌر
ي ِد َقَل ْم
ِهِر ْصَن ٰى
َل َع َهَّللٱ َّنِإ َو ۚ ۟او ُم
ِل ُظ ْم ُهَّنَأِب
َن
وُلَتٰـ َقُي َن
ي ِذَّلِل
َن
ِذُأ
9. In Rabi'ul-Awwal 2 A.H.. i.e., 623 C.E.. Kurz bin Jabir
Al-Fihri at the head of a small group of polytheists
raided the pastures of Madinah and looted some
animals. The Prophet [Peace be upon Him], at the head
of 70 men, left Madinah to fight the aggressors. He
went in their pursuit till he reached a place called
Safwan near Badr but could not catch up with them.
This mission came to be known as the preliminary
Badr Invasion. During his absence, the Prophet [Peace
be upon Him] entrusted Zaid bin Harithah (May Allah
be pleased with him) with administrating the affairs in
Madinah. The standard was white in color and
entrusted to 'Ali bin Abi Talib (May Allah be pleased
with him) to carry.
First
Battle
of Badr
INVASION OF SAFWAN
10. It was in Jumada Al-Ula and Jumada Al-Akhirah the first
or second 2 A.H.. i.e., November/ December 623 C.E. The
Prophet [Peace be upon Him] at the head of 150-200
Helpers, with 30 camels which they rode turn by turn,
set out to intercept a Qurayshite caravan. He reached
Dhil-'Ushairah but the camels had left some days before.
These camels were the same that he went out to
intercept on their return from Syria, and were the direct
reason for the break out of the battle of Badr. In the
process of this campaign, the Prophet [Peace be upon
Him] contracted a treaty with Bani Mudlij and their allies
Bani Dumrah. Abu Salamah bin 'Abdul-Asad Al-
Makhzumi (May Allah be pleased with him) was left as
the administrator of Madinah in his absence.
Dhil 'Ushayrah
11. Caravan returns
We have already spoken about Al-Ushayrah Invasion when a caravan belonging to the
Quraysh escaped an imminent military encounter with the Prophet and his men. When their
return from Syria approached. the Prophet [Peace be upon Him] dispatched Talhah bin
'Ubaidullah and Sa'id bin Zaid (May Allah be pleased with them both) northward to scout
around for any movements of this sort. The two scouts stayed at Al-Hawra' for some days
until Abu Sufyan, the leader of the caravan, passed by them. The two men hurried back to
Madinah and reported their findings to the Prophet [Peace be upon Him]. Great wealth
amounting to 50 thousand gold dinars guarded by 40 men moving relatively close to
Madinah constituted a tempting target for the Muslim military. and provided a potentially
heavy economic, political and military strike that was bound to shake the entire structure of
the Makkan polytheists.
The Prophet [Peace be upon Him] immediately encouraged the Muslims to rush out and
intercept the caravan to make up for their property and wealth they were forced to give up in
Makkah. He did not give orders binding to everyone, but rather gave them full liberty to go
out or stay back, thinking that it would be just a task on a small scale.
12. Dream of A'tikah
Meanwhile, three nights prior to Damdam’s (the warner sent by Abu Sufyan to Quraish) arrival
in Mecca, Atiqah, the Noble Prophet’s [Peace be Upon Him] aunt, saw a frightening dream. She
recounted the dream to her brother Abbas.
“The dream I saw rattled me”, she said. “I fear that something terrible might happen to your tribe.
Keep what I am about to tell you a secret; do not tell anyone!”
“Go on…what did you see?”
“A man astride a camel came and stood at Abtah (between Muhassab and Mecca) and declared
aloud, three times, ‘Listen up, you bunch of insincere people! Report within three days to the
field of battle, to the spots where you shall fall!’ People who heard him flocked around. The man
then entered the courtyard of Kaabah and the others followed. With everyone swarmed around
him, the man, again, repeated aloud the same words before, this time behind Kaabah.
He then ascended Mount Abu Qubays and did the same thing there. Afterward, he grabbed hold
of a rock and rolled it down. Rolling its way down the mountain, the rock then exploded
tremendously near the base and there was neither a house, nor a spot left in Mecca left
untouched by its pieces.”
13. Dream of A'tikah
“This sounds like an important dream, I swear”, commented Abbas. “Whatever you do, do not
tell anyone about it!”
Later on, after parting ways with Atiqah -Allah be well-pleased with her-, Abbas (عنه هللا رضي
)
stumbled upon his friend Walid ibn ‘Utbah. Abbas told him of the dream, nonetheless insisting
him to keep a closed lid on it. But worried, Walid told his father and soon, the dream became the
word on everybody’s lips in Mecca.
Abbas (May Allah be pleased with him
) recounts the developments thereafter.
“Abu Jahl was furious and asked me, ‘Since when have you also had a female prophet? Wasn’t a
male prophet sufficient enough that your women also saw themselves fit for the role? Atiqah
apparently heard someone telling Quraysh in her dream to report to where they shall fall within
three days. We will wait three days. If what she heard is true, then certainly something will come
up. But if three days pass and nothing comes up, then we will have it written down that your
women are the greatest liars among the entire Arab women!’
14. Dream Comes True
Despite the excruciating difficulty of denying it, I told him there was no such thing. On the third
morning of Atiqah’s dream, infuriated, I headed towards Kaabah hoping to find Abu Jahl there
and give vent to my frustration for having held back what he deserved to hear over what he had
said three days before. Just as I was entering, he was immediately making his way out, heading
out from the Sahm gate of the Sacred House, which had me thinking, ‘the scoundrel avoided me
for he knew I wanted to have a go at him’. Little did I know that he had in fact heard the voice of
Damdam. But soon I too found out, as I from a distance I saw Damdam, who, to draw attention to
the urgency of the situation, had slashed his camel’s nose, shredded his shirt and turned his
saddle the other way round. He was in the middle of the valley of Mecca, screaming at the top of
his shrill voice:
‘The caravan, Quraysh, the caravan! Muhammad and his men have raided your properties you
had left under the surveillance of Abu Sufyan! You have no time to waste in catching up with
them…Help, help!’ The shouting of Damdam made us forget about all rest else.”
(Source: Ibn Hisham, II, 244-247; Waqidi, I, 29-31)
15. Caller comes to Makkah
Abu Sufyan, on the other hand, was on the utmost alert. He had already been aware that the route
he was following was full of dangers. He was also anxious to know about the movements of
Muhammad [Peace be upon Him]. His scouting men submitted reports to the effect that the
Muslims were lying in ambush for his caravan. To be on the safe side, he hired Damdam bin Amr
Al-Ghifari to communicate a message asking for help from the Qurayshites. The messenger rode
fast and reached Makkah in a frenzy. Dismounting his camel. he stood dramatically before the
Ka'bah, cut off the nose and the ears of the camel, turned its saddle upside down, tore off his own
shirt from front and behind, and cried: "O Quraysh! Your merchandise! It is with Abu Sufyan. The
caravan is being intercepted by Muhammad and his companions. I cannot say what would have
happened to them. Help! Help!"
16. The effect of this hue and cry was instantaneous and the
news stunned the Quraysh and they immediately
remembered their pride that was wounded when the
Muslims had intercepted the Hadrami caravan. They,
therefore, swiftly gathered almost all of their forces and
none stayed behind except Abu Lahab, who delegated
someone who owed him some money. They also
mobilized some Arab tribes to contribute to the war
against the Prophet [Peace be upon Him]. All the clans of
Quraysh gave their consent except Banu Adi'.
Soon an excited group of 1300 soldiers including 100
horsemen and 600 soldiers in mail armor, with a large
number of camels, was shouting to proceed to fight the
Muslims. For supplies, they would slaughter an alternate
number of camels of ten and nine every day.
Quraysh
prepare
for battle
17. Caravan Escapes
Incidentally, Abu Sufyan, on learning the intention of the Muslims, led his caravan off the main route, and
headed towards the Red Sea. By this move, he was able to slip past the Madinese ambush and was out of
their reach.
On receiving Abu Sufyan's message, the Makkan army showed a desire to return home. The tyrant Abu
Jahl, however proudly and arrogantly insisted that they proceed to Badr, stay three nights there for making
festivities. Now they wanted to punish the Muslims and prevent them from intercepting their caravans.
and impress on the Arabs that the Quraysh still had the upper hand and enjoyed supremacy in that area.
In spite of Abu Jahl's threats and insistence, Banu Zahrah, acting on the advice of Al-Akhnas bin Shuraiq,
broke away and returned to Makkah. Thenceforth, Al-Akhnas remained the well-rubbed palm tree' for
Bani Zahrah and was blindly obeyed in all relevant matters.
Banu Hashim were also inclined to break away, but Abu Jahl's threats made them give up that idea. The rest
of the army, now 1000 soldiers, approached Badr and encamped themselves beyond a sand dune at Al-
Udwatul-Quswa.
18. On account of the new grave developments, the Prophet [Peace be upon
Him] held an advisory military emergency meeting to review the
ongoing situation and exchange viewpoints with the army leaders.
Admittedly, some Muslims feared the horrible encounter and their
courage began to waver: in this regard. Allah says:
"As your Lord caused you (O Muhammad) to go out from your home
with the Truth, and verily, a party among the believers disliked it."
"Disputing with you concerning the Truth after it was made manifest. as
if they were being driven to death while they were looking (at it)."
[8:5-6]
The Prophet [Peace be upon Him] apprised his men of the gravity of the
situation and asked for their advice. Abu Bakr (May Allah be pleased
with him) was the first who spoke and assured the Prophet [Peace be
upon Him] of the unreserved obedience to his command. 'Umar (May
Allah be pleased with him) was the next.
Counsel
among
Muslims
َن
وُهِرٰـَكَل َن
ِني ِم ْؤ ُمْلٱ
َن
ِّم ايًۭقِرَف َّنِإ َو ِّق َحْلٱِب َكِت
ْيَب ۢن
ِم َكُّبَر َك َج َر ْخَأ ٓا َمَك
ِت
ْو َمْلٱ ىَلِإ َن
وُقا َسُي ا َمَّنَأَك
َنَّيَبَت ا َم َد ْعَب ِّق َحْلٱ ىِف َكَنوُل ِدٰـ َجُي
َن
و ُر ُظنَي ْمُه َو
19. Then Al-Miqdad bin 'Amr (May Allah be pleased with him) got up and said:
"O Messenger of Allâh! Proceed where Allah directs you to, for we are with
you. We will not say as the Children of Israel said to Moses:
'Go you and your Lord and fight and we will stay here' rather we shall say:
"Go you and your Lord and fight and we will fight along with you.
"By Allah! If you were to take us to Birk Al-Ghimad, we will still fight
resolutely with you against its defenders until you gained it." The Prophet
[Peace be upon Him] then spoke well to him and supplicated for him. The
three leaders who spoke were from the Emigrants, who only constituted a
minor section of the army. The Prophet [Peace be upon Him] wanted to
hear the Helpers' view because they were the majority of the soldiers and
were expected to shoulder the burden of the war activities. Moreover, the
clauses of Al- Aqabah Pledge did not commit them to fighting beyond their
territories.
The Prophets then said:
"O people! Advise me!"
Counsel
among
Muslims
َن
وُلِتا َق ُم ا َمُك َع َم اَّنِإ اًلِئا َقَف َكُّبَر َو َتنَأ ْبَه ْذا
اسَّنال ا َهُّيَأ
َّيَل َع وا ُر
ي
شأ
َن
و ُد ِعٰـَق اَن ُهٰـَه اَّنِإ ٓاَلِتٰـ َقَف َكُّبَر َو َتنَأ ْبَه ْذٱ
Continued
20. Upon this Sa'd bin Mu'adh (May Allah be pleased with him) stood up and
said: "By Allâh, I feel you want us (the Helpers) to speak." The Prophet [Peace
be upon Him] directly said: "Oh, yes!" Sa'd (May Allah be pleased with him)
said: "O Prophet of Allah! We believe in you and we bear witness to what
you have granted to us and we declare in clear terms that what you have
brought is the Truth. We give you our firm pledge of obedience and
sacrifice. We will obey you most willingly in whatever you command us,
and by Allâh, Who has sent you with the Truth, if you were to ask us to
throw ourselves into the sea. we will do that most readily and not a man of
us will stay behind. We do not deny the idea of encounter with the enemy.
We are experienced in war and we are trustworthy in combat. We hope
that Allah will show you through our hands those deeds of bravery which
will please your eyes. Kindly lead us to the battlefield in the Name of Allah."
The Prophet [Peace be upon Him] was impressed with the loyalty and the
spirit of sacrifice which his Companions (May Allah be pleased with them)
showed at this critical point. Then he [Peace be upon Him] said to them:
"Move ahead and receive good news, for Allâh has promised me one of the
two (the rewarding course through capturing the booty or strife in the cause
of Allâh against the polytheists), and by Allâh it is as if I now saw the enemy
lying prostrate."
Reply of
Sa'd ibn
Mua'dh
(May Allah be pleased
with him)
21. Muslims gather Intel
In the immediate vicinity of badr, the prophet [Peace be upon Him] and Abu Bakr (May Allah be pleased with him)
conducted a scouting operation during which they managed to locate the camp of Quraysh. They came across an old
bedouin nearby whom they manipulated and managed to extract from him the exact location of the army of the
polytheists.
22. In the evening of the same day, he dispatched three Emigrant leaders,
Ali bin Abi Talib, Az-Zubair bin Al-'Awwam and Sa'd bin Abi Wakkas
(May Allah be pleased with them all) to scout about for news about the
enemy. They saw two men drawing water for the Makkan army. So
they brought them back with them. Upon interrogation, they admitted
that they were water carriers working for Quraysh. But that answer did
not please some of the Muslims and they beat the two boys severely in
order to extract from them an answer, even if it isn't true. referring to
the caravan laden with wealth. The two boys thus lied, and so they were
released. The Prophet [Peace be upon Him] who had been busy in
prayer was angry with those men and censured them saying:
"On telling the truth, you beat them, and on telling a lie, you released
them! By Allah the truth is that they were from the Quraysh!"
He [Peace be upon Him] then addressed the two boys, and after a little
conversation with them he [Peace be upon Him] learned a lot about the
enemy: the number of soldiers, their exact location and the names of
some of their notables.
He [Peace be upon Him] then turned to the Muslims and said:
"This is Makkah sending to you its most precious lives."
The
Two Water
Carriers
23. The Muslim army was made up of 300-317 men, 82-86 Emigrants. and 61
men from the Aws and 170 from the Khazraj tribes (May Allah be pleased
with them all). They were not well-equipped nor adequately prepared. They
had only two horses belonging to Az-Zubair bin Al-'Awwam and Al-Miqdad
bin Al-Aswad Al-Kindi, 70 camels, one for two or three men to ride
alternatively. Allâh's Messenger [Peace be upon Him] himself, 'Ali and
Marthad bin Abi Marthad Al-Ghanawi (May Allah be pleased with them
both) had only one camel. Administration of the affairs of Madinah was
entrusted to Ibn Umm Maktum but later to Abu Lubabah bin 'Abdul-
Mundhir (May Allah be pleased with them both). The head flag was given to
Mus'ab bin 'Umair Al- Qurashi Al-'Abdari (May Allah be pleased with him),
and their standard was white in color. The little army was divided into two
battalions, the Emigrants with a standard raised by 'Ali bin Abi Talib (May
Allah be pleased with him), and the Helpers whose standard was in the hand
of Sa'd bin Mu'adh (May Allah be pleased with him). Az-Zubair bin Al-
'Awwam (May Allah be pleased with him) was appointed to the leadership
of the right flank, Al- Migdad bin 'Amr (May Allah be pleased with him) to
lead the left flank, and the rear of the army was at the command of Qais bin
Abi Sa'sa'ah (May Allah be pleased with him). The General Commander-in-
Chief was the Prophet [Peace be upon Him], of course.
The
Muslim
Army
24. The Prophet [Peace be upon Him], at the head of his army, had
marched out along the main road leading to Makkah, He
[Peace be upon Him] then turned left towards Badr and when
he reached As-Safra', he dispatched Basbas bin 'Amr Al-
Juhani and Adi bin Abi Az-Zaghba' Al-Juhani (May Allah be
pleased with them) to scout about for the camels of the
Quraish.
They then, marched a little forward and encamped at the
farther bank of the valley. Muhammad [Peace be upon Him]
stopped at the nearest spring of Badr. Al-Hubab bin Mundhir
(May Allah be pleased with him) asked him, "Has Allâh
inspired you to choose this very spot or is it a strategy of war
and the product of consultation?" The Prophet [Peace be upon
Him] replied "It is strategy of war and consultation." Al-Hubab
said: "This place is no good; let us go and encamp at the nearest
water well and make a basin or reservoir full of water, then
destroy all the other wells so that they will be deprived of the
water." The Prophet [Peace be upon Him] approved of his plan
and agreed to carry it out, which they actually did at midnight.
Suggestion
of Hubab
ibn Mundhir
(May Allah be pleased
with him)
25.
26. Sa'd bin Mu'adh (May Allah be pleased with him) suggested that a
trellis be built for the Prophet [Peace be upon Him] to function as
headquarters for the Muslim army and a place providing
reasonable protection for the leader. Sa'd began to justify his
proposal and said that if they had been victorious, then everything
would be satisfactory. In case of defeat, the Prophet [Peace be upon
Him] would not be harmed and he could go back to Madinah where
there were more people who loved him and who would have come
for help if they had known that he was in that difficult situation, so
that he [Peace be upon Him] would resume his job, hold counsel
with them and they would strive in the cause of Allâh with him
again and again. A squad of guards was also chosen from among the
Helpers under the leadership of the same man, Sa'd bin Mu'adh
(May Allah be pleased with him) in order to defend the Prophet
[Peace be upon Him] in his headquarters.
Headquarters for
the Muslim Army Allah's Messenger [Peace be upon Him] planned
the positions of his army, walking throughout the
place of the planned confrontation, pointing with
his hand saying:
"This is the position of so-and-so tomorrow, if
Allâh wills, and this is the position of so-and-so
tomorrow, if Allâh wills."
27. The Prophet [Peace be upon Him] then spent the whole night in prayer near a tree. The Muslim army,
tired from their long march, enjoyed sound and refreshing sleep, a mark of the Divine favor and of the
state of their undisturbed minds.
"(Remember) when He covered you with a slumber as a security from Him, and He caused rain to
descend on you from the sky, to clean you thereby and to remove from you the Rijz (whispering, evil
suggestions, etc.) of Satan, and to strengthen your hearts, and make your feet firm thereby," [8:11]
For the polytheists, the rain obstructed further progress, whereas it was a blessing for the Muslims. It
cleaned them and removed from them the stain of Satan. Allah sent rain to strengthen their hearts and
to plant their feet firmly therewith
That was the night preceding Friday. Ramadan 17th. the year 2 A.H. and they had originally left for
battle on the 8th or the 12th.
ۦِهِب مُك َر ِّه َطُي
ِّل ًۭءٓا َم
ِءٓا َم َّسٱل
َن
ِّم مُكْيَل َع ُلِّزَنُي َو ُهْن ِّم ًۭةَن َمَأ َسا َعُّنلٱ ُمُكي ِّش َغُي ْذِإ
َما َدْقَأْلٱ ِهِب َتِّبَثُي َو ْمُكوِبُلُق
ٰى
َل َع َطِب َيْر
ِل َو ِنٰـ َطْي َّشلٱ َز ْجِر ْمُكن َع َب
ِه ْذُي َو
28. Observations of
'Umayr bin Wahb Al-Jumahi
The Quraysh, on the other hand, positioned their forces at Al- Udwatul-Quswa opposite the Muslim
lines. A few of them approached, in a provocative deed, to draw water from the wells of Badr, but were
all shot dead except one, Hakim bin Hizam, who later became a devoted Muslim. 'Umair bin Wahb Al-
Jumahi, in an attempt to explore the power of the Muslims, made a survey and submitted a report
saying that the Muslim army numbered as many as 300 men keen on fighting to the last man.
On another investigation mission he came to the conclusion that neither more force was coming nor
ambushes laid. He understood that they were too brave to surrender and too intent on carrying out their
military duties to withdraw without slaying the largest number possible of the polytheists. This report as
well as kindred relations binding the two confronting parties together, lessened the desire to fight among
some of the Qurayshites. To counteract this reason-based opposition advocated by a rival of his, 'Utbah
bin Rabi'ah and others, Abu Jahl started an anti-campaign seeking revenge on Muhammad's followers
for the Qurayshites killed at Nakhlah. In this way, he managed to ruin the opposite orientation, and
manipulated the people to see his evil views only.
29. When the two parties approached closer and were visible to each other, the
Prophet [Peace be upon Him] began supplicating Allah. He also gave strict orders
that his men would not start fighting until he gave them his final word. He
recommended that they use their arrows carefully and never resort to sword
unless the enemies came very close.
"O Allah! The proud and arrogant
Quraishites are already here
rebelling against You and belying
Your Messenger. O Allah! I am
waiting for Your victory which You
have promised me. I beg You Allah to
defeat them (the enemies)."
"Our Lord, whichever of
the two parties was less kind to
his relatives, and brought us
what we do not know, then
destroy him tomorrow."
DUA' OF THE PROPHET
DUA' OF ABU JAHL
[Peace be upon Him]
َو ُهَف ۟او ُهَتنَت نِإ َو ۖ ْتُح َفْلٱ ُمُك َءٓا َج ْد َقَف ۟او ُحِت ْفَت ْسَت نِإ
ْمُكُتَئِف
ْمُكن َع َى
ِن ْغُت ن
َل َو ْد ُعَن ۟او ُدو ُعَت نِإ َو ۖ ْمُكَّل ٌۭرْي َخ
َن
ِني ِم ْؤ ُمْلٱ َع َم َهَّللٱ َّنَأ َو ْت َرُثَك ْوَل َو ًۭٔـاْي َش
"(O disbelievers) if you ask for a
judgment, now has the
judgment come unto you and if
you cease (to do wrong), it will
be better for you, and if you
return (to the attack), so shall
We return, and your forces will
be of no avail to you. however
numerous it be, and verily.
Allâh is with the believers."
[8:19]
30. The battle had actually started. Protected by armor and shields, Utbah
bin Rabi'ah stepped forth between his brother Shaibah and his son Al-
Walid bin 'Utbah from the lines of Quraysh and cursed the Muslims.
Three young men of the Helpers came out against them: 'Awf and
Mu'awwidh - the sons of Harith, and 'Abdullah bin Rawahah (May
Allah be pleased with them). But the Makkans shouted that they had
nothing to do with them.
They wanted the heads of their cousins. Upon this the Prophet [Peace
be upon Him] asked 'Ubaidah bin Al-Harith, Hamzah - his uncle, and
his cousin 'Ali (May Allah be pleased with them) to go forward for the
combat. The three duels were rapid. Hamzah killed Shaibah, while 'Ali
killed Al- Walid. Ubaidah was seriously wounded but, before he fell.
Hamzah fell upon 'Utbah and with a sweep of his sword, cut off his
head. 'Ali and Hamzah carried 'Ubaidah back with his leg cut off. He
(May Allah be pleased with him) died four or five days later of a disease
in the bile duct.
Duels
31. The duel was followed by a few more duels but the Makkans suffered terrible defeats in all the combats and lost
some of their most precious lives. They were too much frustrated and angry and fell upon the Muslims to destroy
them once and for all. The Muslims, however, after supplicating their Lord, calling upon Him for help, were made to
hold to their position and conduct a defensive war plan that was successful enough to inflict heavy losses on the
attackers.
The Prophet [Peace be upon Him] used to pray to his Lord persistently day and night to come to their help. When
the fierce engagement grew too hot he again began to supplicate his Lord saying:
"O Allah! Should this group (of Muslims) be defeated today. You will no longer be worshipped."
He [Peace be upon Him] continued to call out to his Lord. stretching forth his hands and facing Al-Qiblah, until his
cloak fell off his shoulders. Then Abu Bakr (May Allah be pleased with him) came, picked up the cloak, and put it
back on his shoulders and said: "O Prophet of Alláh, you have cried out enough to your Lord. He will surely fulfill
what He has promised you."
داءْبَأ م ْوَيْلا َد َبْع ديعُت ْمَل َتئ ش نإ اللهم ،دبعُت ال َم ْوَيْلا َةَبا َص ِعْلا ِه ِذَه ُكِل ْهُت نإ اللهم
32. Angels Descend
Immediate was the response from Alláh, Who sent down angels from the heavens for the help and
assistance of the Prophet [Peace be upon Him] and his Companions. The Noble Qur'an observes:
"Verily, I am with you, so keep firm those who have believed. I will cast terror into the hearts of those who
have disbelieved." [8:12]
Allah the All-Mighty also inspired another message to His Messenger [Peace be upon Him] saying:
"I will help you with a thousand of the angels each behind the other (following one another)
in succession." [8:9]
The Prophet in his trellis, dozed off a little and then raised his head calling loudly in joy:
"O Abu Bakr, glad tidings are there for you: Allah's victory has approached. by Allah. I can see Jibreel on his
mare in the thick of a sandstorm."
َب ْع ُّرٱل ۟او ُر َفَك َن
ي ِذَّلٱ وِبُلُق ىِف ىِقْلُأ َس ۚ ۟اوُن َما َء َن
ي ِذَّلٱ ۟اوُتِّبَثَف ْمُك َع َم ىِّنَأ ِةَكِئٰٓـَل َمْلٱ ىَلِإ َكُّبَر ى ِحوُي ْذِإ
ٍۢن
اَنَب َّلُك ْم ُهْن
ِم ۟اوُبِر ْضٱ َو ِقاَن ْعَأْلٱ َق ْوَف ۟اوُبِر ْضٱَف
َن
ِفي ِد
ْر ُم
ِةَكِئٰٓـَل َمْلٱ
َن
ِّم ٍۢفْلَأِب مُك ُّد ِم
ُم ىِّنَأ ْمُكَل َبا َجَت ْسٱَف ْمُكَّبَر َن
وُثي ِغَت ْسَت ْذِإ
ع قنال اهيانث على ،وده قي رسهف اننعب ذ خأ ليرب ج هذا ،صراللهن اكتأ كرب ابأ اي ر ش
با
33. Battle Progresses
He [Peace be upon Him] then came swiftly upon the ground reciting aloud:
"Their multitude will be put to flight, and they will show their backs." [54:45]
At the instance of Jibreel [Peace be upon Him], the Prophet [Peace be upon Him] took a handful of gravel.
cast it at the enemy and said: "Confusion seize their faces!" As he flung the dust, a violent sandstorm blew
into the eyes of the enemies. With respect to this. Allah says:
"And you (i.e. Muhammad) threw not when you did throw but Allah threw." [8:17]
Only then did he [Peace be upon Him] give clear orders to launch a counter-attack. He was commanding
the army, inspiring confidence among his men and encouraging them to fight manfully for the sake of their
Lord, reciting the words of Allah:
"And be quick for forgiveness from your Lord, and for Paradise as wide as are the heavens and the Earth."
[3:133]
َرُب ُّدلٱ
َن
وُّل ُيَو َو ُع ْم َجْلٱ ُم َز ْهُي َس
ۚ
ٰى َمَر َهَّللٱ َّن
ِكٰـَل َو َتْي َمَر ْذِإ َتْي َمَر ا َم َو
َن
يِقَّت ُمْلِل ْت َّدِعُأ ُضْرَأْلٱ َو ُت َٰوٰـ َم َّسٱل ا َه ُض ْر َع
ٍةَّن َج َو ْمُكِّبَّر ن
ِّم ٍۢة َر
ِف ْغ َم ٰى
َلِإ ۟ا ٓو ُعِرا َس َو
34. The spirit he [Peace be upon Him] infused into his men was clearly witnessed by the valor of Umair, a lad
of sixteen, who flung away some dates he was eating, crying out, "These (the dates) are holding me back
from Paradise." So saying he ran into the thick of the battle and died fighting bravely (May Allah be
pleased with him). Unique deeds of valor, deep devotion and full obedience to the Prophet [Peace be
upon Him] were exhibited in the process of the battle.
The army of the believers (May Allah be pleased with them) fought by the power of enthusiasm which
the half-hearted warriors of Makkah miserably lacked. A large number of the polytheists were killed and
the others began to waver. No wonder! The standard-bearers of Truth were given immediate help, and
supernatural agencies (the angels), were sent to their assistance by their Lord to help them defeat the
forces of evil.
The records of Hadith speak clearly of the fact that the angels did appear on that day and fought on the
side of the Muslims. Ibn Abbas said: "While on that day, a Muslim was chasing a disbeliever and he heard
over him the swashing of a whip and the voice of the rider saying: 'Go ahead Haizum. He glanced at the
polytheist who had (now) fallen down on his back. The Helper came to Allâh's Messenger and related that
event to him. The Prophet replied: "You have told the truth. This was the help from the third heaven"
35. Iblis in the guise of Suraqah bin Malik bin
Ju'sham Al-Mudliji, on seeing angels
working in favor of the Muslims, and
Quraysh rapidly losing ground on the
battlefield, made a quick retreat despite the
polytheists pleas to stay on. He ran off and
jumped into the sea.
Iblees flees
from Battle
Makkan
Ranks Flee
The ranks of Quraysh began to give way and
their numbers added nothing but
confusion. The Muslims followed eagerly
their retreating steps, killing or taking
captive all that fell within their reach.
Retreat soon turned into shameful
runaway, and they fleed in haste, casting
away their armor, abandoned beasts of
burden. camp and equipment.
36. The great tyrant Abu Jahl, however, on seeing the
adverse course of the battle, tried to stop the tidal
wave of the Islamic victory by nerving the
polytheists and encouraging them by all means
available and begging them in the name of Al-Lat and
Al-'Uzza and all symbols of paganism to stand firm
in place and hit back against the Muslims, but to no
avail. Their morale had already been significantly
reduced to zero. and their lines broken down. He
then began to realize the reality of his pride and
arrogance. None remained around him except a gang
of ill-fated polytheists whose resistance was also
crushed by an Islamic irresistible storm of true
devotion-based courage and Islam-orientated
pursuit of martyrdom.
The Leader Falls
Abu Jahl was deserted and left by himself
on his horse waiting for death at the hand of
two courageous lads of the Helpers.
37. Abdur Rahman bin Awf (May Allah be pleased with
him) related the following interesting story in this
regard: I was in the thick of the battle when two
youths, still seemingly inexperienced in the art of
fighting, one on the right and the second on the left.
One of them spoke in a secret voice asking me to
show him Abu Jahl. I asked about his intention to
which he replied that he had a strong desire to
engage with him in combat until either of them was
killed. It was something incredible to me. I turned
left and the other said something to the same effect
and showed a similar desire. I responded to their
intense desires and pointed directly at their target.
The Two Boys
(May Allah be pleased with him) They both
rushed swiftly towards the spot, and without a
moment's hesitation struck him
simultaneously with their swords and finished
him off. They went back to Allah's Messenger
[Peace be upon Him] each claiming that he had
killed Abu Jahl to the exclusion of the other.
The Prophet [Peace be upon Him] asked if they
had wiped the blood off their swords and they
answered that they had not. He [Peace be upon
Him] then examined both swords and assured
them that they both had killed him. When the
battle concluded, Abu Jahl's spoils were given
to Mu'adh bin Amr bin Al-Jamuh (May Allah
be pleased with him) , because the other
Mu'awwidh bin Al-'Afra (May Allah be pleased
with him) was later killed in the course of the
same battle.
38. 'Abdullah ibn Mas'ud
At the termination of the battle, the Prophet [Peace be upon Him] wanted to look for this archenemy of
Islam. Abu Jahl. 'Abdullah bin Mas'ud (May Allah be pleased with him) found him on the verge of death
breathing his last. He stepped on his neck addressing him: "Have you seen how Allâh has disgraced you?"
The enemy of Islam still rebelliously answered: "I am not disgraced. I am no more than a man killed by his
own people on the battlefield." And then inquired: "Who has won the battle?" Ibn Mas'ud (May Allah be
pleased with him) replied "Allâh and His Messenger." Abu Jahl then said with a heart full of bitterness: "You
have followed difficult ways, you shepherd!" Ibn Mas'ud (May Allah be pleased with him) used to be a
shepherd working for the Makkan nobles.
Ibn Mas'ud (May Allah be pleased with him) then cut off his head and it to Allâh's Messenger [Peace be
upon Him] who, on seeing it, began to entertain Allâh's praise:
"Allâh is Great, praise is to Allâh. Who has fulfilled His Promise, helped His servant and
Alone defeated the Confederates."
He [Peace be upon Him] then set out to have a look at the corpse. There he said:
"This is the Pharaoh of this nation."
ُه َد ْح َو َبا َز ْحَألا َم َزَه َو ،ُه َدْب َع َر َصَن َو ،ُه َد ْع َو َق َد َص ي ِذَّلا ِهلل ُد ْم َحْلا َبُرْكَأ ُهالل
ِة َّمُألا ِه ِذَه ُن ْو َع ْر
ِف ا َذَه
(May Allah be
pleased with him)
39. News reaches Makkah
Ummul-Fadl (May Allah be pleased with her)
another Muslim woman, greatly frustrated by
Abu Lahab's thoughtless behavior, struck him
with a log and cracked his head. Seven days
later, he died of a worst kind of ulcer and was
left for three days unburied. His sons, however,
for fear of shameful rumors, drove him to a pit
and keeping their distance. hurled stones and
dust at him.
The defeat was a matter of great shame and grief
for the Makkans. In almost every house there
were silent tears for the dead and the captives.
They were burning with humiliation and were
thirsting for revenge. Wailing, lamenting and
crying however were decreed strictly forbidden
lest the Muslims should rejoice at their
affliction.
The polytheists having received a large dose of
punishment and heavy defeat, fled away in great disorder
in the valleys and hillocks heading for Makkah panicked
and too ashamed to see their people. Ibn Ishaq (May Allah
have mercy on him) related that the first herald of the bad
news was Al- Haisuman bin 'Abdullah Al-Khuza'i. He
narrated to them how their notables were killed. People
there did not believe him at first and thought that he had
gone mad, but soon the news was confirmed and a state of
incredible bewilderment overwhelmed the whole
Makkan scene.
Abu Sufyan bin Al-Harith gave Abu Lahab a full account
of the mass murder and the disgraceful defeat they
sustained, with emphasis on the role that the angels
played in bringing about their tragic end. Abu Lahab
could not contain himself and expressed his feelings of
hatred in beating, abusing and slapping Abu Rafi' (May
Allah be pleased with him), a Muslim, for reiterating the
role of the angels.
40. Two announcers, Abdullah bin Rawahah and
Zaid bin Harithah (May Allah be pleased with
them) were dispatched to Madinah, to convey
the glad tidings of victory to the Muslims there.
The multiethnic and ideological structure of
Madinah featured different respective
reactions. Rumormongers amongst the Jews
and hypocrites spread news to the effect that
the Prophet [Peace be upon Him] had been
killed, and tried to impress their false
assumption on the fact that Zaid bin Harithah
(May Allah be pleased with him) was riding Al-
Qaswa', the Prophet's [Peace be upon Him] she-
camel.
News reaches
Madinah
Having reached there, the two messengers conveyed to
the Muslims the happy news of victory, and furnished
accurate information about the course of events in order
to establish the sense of reassurance deep in the hearts of
the anxious, but now, joyous Muslims. They immediately
started acclaiming Allah's Name and entertaining His
praise at the top of their voices. Their chiefs went out of
the city to wait and receive the Prophet [Peace be upon
Him] on the road leading to Badr.
Usamah bin Zaid (May Allah be pleased with him) related
that they received the news of the manifest victory shortly
after Ruqaiyah (May Allah be pleased with her). the
Prophet's daughter, and the wife of 'Uthman bin 'Affan
May Allah be pleased with him) had been committed to
earth. She had been terminally ill and the Prophet [Peace
be upon Him] had asked 'Uthman May Allah be pleased
with him) to stay in Madinah and look after her.
41. The Chapter of Al-Anfal (Spoils of War) was revealed on the occasion of the battle of Badr, Ramadan
17th 2 A.H. It constitutes a unique Divine commentary on this battle.
Allah, the All-High in the context of this Chapter draws on major issues relating to the whole process of
Islamization. Allâh, here draws the attention of the Muslims to the still remaining moral shortcomings
in their character. He wants them to build a united and purified society. He tells them about the
invisible help He sent down to His obedient servants to enable them to accomplish their noble
objectives. He wants the Muslims to rid themselves of any characteristic of arrogance or pride that
might creep in. He wants them to turn to Him for help. obey Him and His Messenger [Peace be upon
Him].
After that He described the noble objectives for which the Messenger launched that bloody battle, and
directed them to the merits and qualities that brought about the great victory.
The polytheists, hypocrites. the Jews and prisoners of war were also mentioned, being admonished to
surrender to the Truth and adhere to it only.
The Battle of Badr in its
Qur'anic Context
42. The question of the spoils of war was resolved and the principles and basics relevant to this issue were
clearly defined.
The laws and rules pertinent to war and peace were legalized and codified, especially at this advanced stage
of the Islamic action. Allah wanted the Muslims to follow war ethics dissimilar to those of pre-Islamic
practices. The Muslims are considered to surpass others in ethics, values and fine ideals. He wants to
impress on the world that Islam is not merely a theoretical code of life, but it is rather based on practical
principles that cultivate mind and provide a way of life. In this context. He established inter and intrastate
relations.
The fast of Ramadan was established as an obligatory observance in the year 2 A.H.. along with the duty
imposed upon Muslims of paying Zakat (alms tax, poor-due) in order to lessen the burden of the needy
Emigrants. A wonderful and striking coincidence was the establishment of Shawwal Eid (the Festival of the
Fast-Breaking) directly after the manifest victory of Badr. It was actually the finest spectacle ever witnessed
of Muslims leaving their houses, praying, acclaiming Allâh's Name and entertaining His praise at the top of
their voices in recognition of His favor and grace, and last but not least, the support He rendered them and
through which the forces of the Truth overpowered those of evil.
The Battle of Badr in its
Qur'anic Context (Contd.)
43. Surah Anfal, 8:26
Remember when you had been vastly outnumbered and oppressed in the land,
constantly in fear of attacks by your enemy, then He sheltered you, strengthened you
with His help, and provided you with good things so perhaps you would be thankful.
ُمُك َف َّط َخَتَي نَأ
َنوُفا َخَت ِض ْرَأْلٱ ىِف
َنو ُف َع ْضَت ْس ُّم ٌۭليِلَق ْمُتنَأ ْذِإ ۟ا ٓو ُرُك ْذٱ َو
َنو ُرُك ْشَت ْمُكَّل َعَل ِتٰـَبِّي َّطلٱ
َن
ِّم مُكَق َز َر َو ۦِهِر ْصَنِب مُك َدَّيَأ َو ْمُكٰى َوأَـَف ُساَّنلٱ
45. When one of the Sahaabah sinned
by telling Quraysh that the Prophet
(peace and blessings of Allaah be
upon him) was coming with the
army during the year of the
Conquest, and ‘Umar ibn al-
Khattaab wanted to execute him,
the Prophet (peace and blessings of
Allaah be upon him) said: “He was
present at Badr, and you do not
know, perhaps Allaah looked upon
the people of Badr and said: ‘Do
what you wish, for I have forgiven
you.’”