Incidents/Topics

Abu Rafi'

Abu Rafi' was a wealthy Jewish merchant residing in Medina. He caused a lot of disruption and chaos for the Holy Prophet (sa) and the Muslims, to such an extent that his execution was eventually ordered and carried out in accordance with his crimes.

Acceptance Of Islam

Accounts of how the Companions of Badr (ra) came to accept Islam.

Appearance

Descriptions of the appearances of the blessed Badri Companions (ra) of the Holy Prophet (sa).

Ashab-e-Suffa

Those Companions who had devoted themselves to remain in the company of the Holy Prophet (sa).

Ashra Mubashra

There were 10 fortunate companions regarding whom in their very lifetimes the Holy Prophet (sa) had given the glad tiding that they would enter paradise.

Azan

Matters related to the Islamic call of prayer known as the 'Azan'.

Banu Qurayzah

Banu Qurayzah was one of the 3 Jewish tribes residing in Medina at the time of the Hijra (migration). According to the covenant with the Muslims, they were supposed to defend the other if one was attacked. However, in battle of Ahzaab (the ditch) in 627, they broke this pact and did not assist the Muslims. Hence, due to their treachery, they were judged according to their own holy scripture and executed.

Banu al-Nazir

Banu al-Nazir was one of the 3 Jewish tribes residing in Medina at the time of the Hijra (migration). After the battle of Uhud in 625, Banu Nazir plotted the assassination of the Holy Prophet (sa), thus breaking the covenant that they agreed to. Hence, the Holy Prophet (sa) expelled the Banu Nazir from Medina.

Battle Of Tabuk

The Battle of Tabuk took place in 630 CE (9 AH). The Holy Prophet (sa) led a force of 30,000 Muslims to the area of Tabuk. This expedition is also known as the Expedition of Usra (Difficulty).

Battle of Ahzaab (Ditch/Khandaq)

The battle of Ahzaab, also know as the Battle of Khandaq (Ditch) was fought in 627 CE between the joint Meccan disbelievers & pagan Arab tribes against the Muslims of Medina. The Meccan forces amounted to 10,000 soldiers. They turned back to Mecca in disgrace and defeat after an unsuccessful siege of Medina.

Battle of Badr

The Battle of Badr took place in 624 CE (2 AH) between the Muslims of Medina led by the Holy Prophet (sa) and the disbelievers of Mecca led by Abu Jahl. The Muslims numbered 313 in total, and were up against a force of 1000 well-equipped soldiers. Allah the Almighty granted Muslims a distinctive victory in the battle.

Battle of Hunain

The Battle of Hunain was fought by the Prophet Muhammad (sa) and his companions (ra) against the Bedouin tribe of Hawazin and its subsection the Thaqif, in 630 CE (8 AH), in the Hunain valley, on the route from Mecca to At-Ta'if. The battle ultimately ended in a decisive victory for the Muslims.

Battle of Jisr

The Battle of Jisr took place in 634 CE between the Muslim forces dispatched by Hazrat Umar (ra) during his Caliphate, and the Persian forces of the Sasanid Empire. The result of this battle was a defeat of the Muslim forces.

Battle of Khaibar

The Battle of Khaibar was fought in 628 CE (7 AH) between the Muslims led by the Holy Prophet (sa) and the Jews of Khaibar. The Jews barricaded themselves up in their forts, but the battle eventually ended with the surrender of the Jews, who were conditionally permitted to continue residing in Khaibar.

Battle of Mu'tah

The Battle of Mu'tah took place in 629 CE (8 AH) between the Muslim and the Byzantine forces. The Muslims were heavily outnumbered with only 3,000 troops facing an army of 200,000.

Battle of Siffin

The Battle of Siffin took place in 657 CE (37 AH) between the forces of Hazrat Ali (ra) and Hazrat Mu'awiyah (ra). This battle took place due to the disagreement in the matter of the manner of retribution of Hazrat Uthman's (ra) murderers. The battle resulted in an stalemate arbitration.

Battle of Uhud

The Battle of Uhud took place in 3 AH in Medina between a force of 3,000 Meccan disbelievers and 1,000 Muslims. After the humiliating defeat at the Battle of Badr, the Meccan disbelievers returned for revenge. Although the Muslims suffered great losses in this battle which served as a lesson for future generations on obedience, ultimately the Meccan's retreated back to Mecca.

Battle of Yarmouk

The Battle of Yarmouk was fought between the Muslim and Byzantine forces in either 13 AH or 15 AH. The result of the battle was a complete Muslim victory and the end of Byzantine rule in Syria.

Battle of the Camel

The Battle of the Camel, also known as Jang-e-Jamal took place in 656 CE (36 AH) between the army of Hazrat Ali (ra) and Hazrat Aisha (ra). The misunderstanding between them was solved and proved to be a victory for Hazrat Ali (ra).

Battles & Conquests

Accounts of the various battles, expeditions & conquests made by the early Muslims under the leadership of the Holy Prophet (sa) and his Khulafa-e-Rashideen (ra).

Bi'r-e-Ma'unah

In 625 CE (4 AH) the chief of the Bani 'Amir tribe requested the Holy Prophet (sa) to send some Muslims to where the tribe lived, in order to teach them about Islam. The Holy Prophet (sa) sent 70 Huffaz (those who had memorised the entire Qur'an). However, this request proved treacherous and the entire delegation of Muslims was martyred.

Brotherhood

When the Muslims migrated to Medina, the Holy Prophet (sa) formed bonds of brotherhood between the Muhajireen (the emigrants from Mecca) and Ansar (the Helpers who were the dwellers of Medina).

Characteristics

Noble traits & characteristics of the Companions (ra) of the Holy Prophet (sa).

Civil Services

Services carried out for society by the companions (ra) of the Holy Prophet (sa).

Conquest of Mecca

The Conquest of Mecca took place in 8 AH (629/630 CE). 10,000 Muslims were led by the Holy Prophet (sa) in one of the most peaceful conquests in human history. This marked the end of the war between the Muslims and the disbelievers from the Quraysh.

Day of Dar

The Day of Dar is the incident referred to as the incident of when the rebels besieged the house of Hazrat Uthman (ra) in 656 CE, eventually breaking in and martyring him.

Family & Relatives

Accounts of the families & relatives of the Companions of Badr (ra).

Financial Sacrifice

Narrations of the noble examples of the Companions (ra) offering financial sacrifices.

Fiqh (Jurisprudence)

Accounts of the Companions (ra) in their dealings with Jurisprudential matters.

Hadith

Narrations of the Holy Prophet (sa) and their meanings according to the understanding of the Companions (ra).

Hajj

Matters related to Umrah and Hajj, the two forms of Pilgrimage in the Islamic Creed.

Hijra (Migration)

In 622 CE, after years of suffering persecution at the hands of the Meccan idolaters, God Almighty permitted the Muslims to migrate to Medina. The companions who migrated with the Holy Prophet (sa) came to be known as the Muhajireen (the emigrants).

Holy Qur'an

Accounts regarding the Companions relationship & understanding of the Holy Qur'an.

Introduction

A brief introduction the Badri Companions (ra) of the Holy Prophet (sa).

Jerusalem

Jerusalem, also known as the land of the Prophets, holds great significance in Islam. This topic covers various aspects of Jerusalem, including its importance, incidents and conquest.

Ka'b bin Ashraf

Ka'b bin Ashraf was a leader of the Jews of Arabia at the time of the Holy Prophet (sa). After the Muslim victory at the Battle of Badr, he began to spread rumors and instigate the enemies of Islam to take up arms and attack the Muslims once again. Due to his crimes of causing chaos, the Holy Prophet (sa) ordered his companions to assassinate him in 624 CE.

Khawarij

The Khawarij were a group of rebels who renegaded from the army of Hazrat Ali (ra) due to not accepting the arbitration between him and Hazrat Mu'awiyah (ra). These renegades turned against Hazrat Ali (ra) and disrupted the peace of the Ummah. They were eventually defeated by Hazrat Ali (ra) in the battle of Nahrawan.

Khilafat

By divine promise, believers are granted Khilafat by Allah the Almighty. These are accounts of the Companions (ra) regarding matters of Khilafat.

Love for the Holy Prophet (sa)

Accounts of the love & affection of the Badri Companions (ra) for the Holy Prophet (sa).

Martyrdom

Accounts of those fortunate companions who attained Martyrdom.

Migration to Abyssinia

Also known as the first hijra in Islam, the migration to Abyssinia took place in the early years of Islam in 613 CE. 11 men and 4 women took part in this migration.

Mosques

Mosques are the places of congregational worship for Muslims.

Name/Title

The names & titles of the Companions (ra) of the Holy Prophet (sa).

Obedience

Shining examples of the obedience of the Badri Companions to the Holy Prophet (sa).

Patience

Great examples of the steadfastness and patience of the Noble Companions (ra).

Poetry

Narrations & Poetry of the noble Companions of Badr (ra).

Prophecy

Prophecies made by the Holy Prophet (sa) regarding the companions (ra).

Raji'

Ramadan

The month of Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic Calendar. In the Holy Qur'an, Muslims are instructed to fast from dawn till dusk for the entire month of Ramadan.

Sacrifice

Accounts of the sacrifices offered by the Noble Companions (ra) of the Holy Prophet (sa).

Shura

The consultative body [Majlis-e-Shura] of the Muslims. The system of Majlis-e-Shura was established during the era of Hazrat Umar (ra). This consultative body was formed of prominent companions from among the Muhajireen and Ansar.

Tabligh (Preaching)

Accounts & Narrations involving the Holy Prophet (sa) & his companions (ra) preaching the message of Islam to non-Muslims.

The Promised Messiah (as)

Extracts of the Promised Messiah (as) regarding the noble companions of the Holy Prophet (sa).

The Prophet's (sa) Affection

Accounts of the affection held by the Holy Prophet (sa) for his companions (ra).

Treaty of Hudaibiyah

The Treaty of Hudaibiyah took place in 628 CE (6 AH) between the Muslims & Meccan disbelievers. This treaty was to last for 10 years between the two sides where all warfare and violence was to be ceased. During this period of peace Islam spread to more people and areas than ever before. The treaty was eventually broken by allies of the Meccan disbelievers.

Worship

Examples of the standard of worship of the Noble Companions (ra).