Battle of Badr
غزوة بدر
Badr, between Makkah and Madinah
The first major military engagement between the Muslims (313 fighters) and the Quraysh (approximately 1,000). Despite being outnumbered more than 3 to 1, the Muslims achieved a decisive victory. The Quran refers to this day as 'Yawm al-Furqan' — the Day of Criterion.
Significance
Established the Muslim community as a military force and confirmed divine support for the believers.
Authenticated Sources
Surah Al-Anfal 8:9
"Remember when you asked help of your Lord, and He answered you, 'Indeed, I will reinforce you with a thousand from the angels, following one another.'"
إِذْ تَسْتَغِيثُونَ رَبَّكُمْ فَاسْتَجَابَ لَكُمْ أَنِّي مُمِدُّكُم بِأَلْفٍ مِّنَ الْمَلَائِكَةِ مُرْدِفِينَ
Sahih Muslim 1763
"The Prophet ﷺ said on the day of Badr: 'This is Jibreel holding the head of his horse and equipped with weapons for the battle.'"
Narrated by: Ibn Abbas رضي الله عنهما
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Quick Facts
- Islamic Date
- 17 Ramadan, 2 AH
- Gregorian Date
- 624 CE
- Location
- Badr, between Makkah and Madinah
- Sources
- 2 references