Category: Ar-Raheeq Al-Makhtum

A New Phase of Islamic Action Al-Hudaibiyah Truce marked a new phase in the process of Islamic action and life of the Muslims. Quraish, a bitter enemy of Islam, now withdraws from the war arena and embraces a peaceful settlement with the Muslims, thus the third support of a tripartite enemy (Quraish, Ghatfan and the… Continue reading The Second Stage

Delegations and Expeditions following Al-Muraisi‘ Ghazwah A military expedition led by ‘Abdur Rahman bin ‘Auf was despatched to the habitation of Bani Kalb in Doumat Al-Jandal in Sha‘ban 6 Hijri. Before setting out, the Prophet (Peace be upon him) summoned ‘Abdur Rahman, and placed his hand on the latter’s hand invoking Allâh’s blessings and giving… Continue reading Delegations and Expeditions following Al-Muraisi‘ Ghazwah

Bani Al-Mustaliq (Muraisi‘) Ghazwah Sha‘ban 6 Hijri Though militarily it did not assume its full dimension, this Ghazwah had certain implications that brought about a state of turbulence within the Islamic State, and resulted in disgracefulness to clothe in the hypocrites. Moreover, it entailed enactment of consolidating legislations that attached an impression of nobility, dignity… Continue reading Bani Al-Mustaliq (Muraisi‘) Ghazwah Sha‘ban 6 Hijri

Al-Ahzab (the Confederates) Invasion Once again, peace and security enveloped the Arabian Peninsula and this turbulent area began to experience a period of lull after a whole year warJews, however, whose treachery, intrigues and . The disloyalty made them taste all types of humiliation and disgrace, were not admonished. After they had been exiled to… Continue reading Al-Ahzab (the Confederates) Invasion

Military Platoons and Missions between the Battle of Uhud and the Battle of the Confederates Uhud’s misfortune left a bad impact on both the credibility and military reputation of the Muslims. Their dignity and power in people’s eyes were impaired. Troubles and dangers spread everywhere in and out of Madinah. The Jews, hypocrites and bedouins… Continue reading Military Platoons and Missions between the Battle of Uhud and the Battle of the Confederates

The Battle of Uhud The defeat at Badr was an ignominy which the Quraishites pride could not leave unavenged. Revenge was, therefore, the catchword all over Makkah. The Makkans even forbade lamenting over their murdered people, or ransoming their captives at Badr Battle lest the Muslims should realize the grave degree of sadness and feeling… Continue reading The Battle of Uhud

The Military Activities between Badr and Uhud The battle of Badr was the first armed encounter between the Muslims and Quraish. It was in fact a decisive battle that gained the Muslims a historic victory acknowledged by all the Arabs, and dealt a heavy blow to the religious and economic interests of the polytheists. There… Continue reading The Military Activities between Badr and Uhud

Reason of the Battle We have already spoken about Al-‘Ushairah Invasion when a caravan belonging to Quraish had escaped an imminent military encounter with the Prophet (Peace be upon him) and his men. When their return from Syria approached, the Prophet (Peace be upon him) despatched Talhah bin ‘Ubaidullâh and Sa‘id bin Zaid northward to… Continue reading The Battle of Badr – The First Decisive Battle in the History of Islam

The Prophet on the Battlefield The Quraishites, mortified 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 stringent watch over the Muslims left behind and persecuted them in every possible way. They also initiated clandestine contacts with ‘Abdullah bin… Continue reading The Prophet on the Battlefield

Pact with the Jews Soon after emigrating to Madinah and making sure that the pillars of the new Islamic community were well established on strong bases of administrative, political and ideological unity, the Prophet (Peace be upon him) commenced to establish regular and clearly-defined relations with non-Muslims. All of these efforts were exerted solely to… Continue reading A Cooperation and Non-Aggression