Explanation

• The Battle of Yamama was fought against Musaylimah al-Kadhdhab, a self-proclaimed prophet.
• The battle took place in 11 AH (632 CE) during the caliphate of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA).
• It was part of the Ridda Wars (Wars of Apostasy) against false prophets and rebels.
• The battle occurred in the region of Yamama (Najd, Arabia).
• Muslims defeated Musaylimah’s forces.
• Military commander: Hazrat Khalid bin Walid (RA)

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Explanation

• Year: 8 AH (630 CE)
• Month: Shawwal (1st)
• Location: Valley of Hunain (near Ta’if)
• Opponents: Hawazin and Thaqif tribes
• Muslim army: About 12,000 soldiers

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Explanation

• The last expedition against non-believers during the time of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was Ghazwa-e-Tabook.
• Year: 630 AD / 9 AH (Rajab)
• Location: Tabook (northwest Arabia)
• Muslim army: around 30,000 soldiers
• Type: Ghazwa (Prophet PBUH participated)
• Outcome: No direct battle (bloodless)
• Also known as: Expedition of Usra
• Reason: Rumors of Byzantine attack

Additional information:

• “Ghazwa” = battle in which Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) participated
• First Ghazwa = Ghazwat-ul-Abwa (Waddan)

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Explanation

Explanation

• Khalid ibn al-Walid was appointed commander against Musailimah Kazzab.
• He led the Muslim army in the Battle of Yamama in 632 A.D.
• The battle ended with the defeat and death of Musailimah.
• His military brilliance earned him the title "Saifullah" (Sword of Allah).

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Explanation

• Battle Name: Ghazwa-e-Badr
• Date: 17 Ramadan, 2 AH / 624 CE
• Place: Badr (near Madinah)
• Between: Muslims and Makkans (Quraysh)
• Muslim Leader: Muhammad (SAW)

Additional information:

• Muslims: around 313 soldiers
• Quraysh Army: around 1000 soldiers
• Muslim horses: 2
• Muslim camels: around 70
• Number of Muslim martyrs: 14

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• In 711 AD, Tariq initiated the conquest of Spain
• Leading to the establishment of the Emirate of Cordoba
• He was the Umayyad commander Launched the Muslim conquest of the Iberian Peninsula
• He led a Berber army across the Strait of Gibraltar
• Defeated the Visigothic King Roderic at the Battle of Guadalete
• "Gibraltar" is derived from the Arabic name Jabal Ṭāriq
• The conquest lasted from 711 to 718 AD

Explanation

• Total Ghazwat: Historical accounts list 27.
• Mentioned in the Quran: 12.
• The first ghazwa is the Battle
• Last Ghazwa of Holy Prophet (PBUH): Ghazwa tabook

Additional information:

• Battle of Badr: Mentioned in Surah Ali 'Imran and Al-Anfal.
• Battle of Uhud: Discussed in Surah Ali 'Imran.
• Battle of Ahzab (Trench): Described in Surah Al-Ahzab.
• Battle of Hunayn: Mentioned in Surah At-Tawbah.
• Battle of Tabuk: Discussed in Surah At-Tawbah

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Explanation

• In Islamic teachings, booty (Ghanimah) refers to wealth gained during lawful battle.
• The Holy Quran clearly explains its distribution and ownership.
• Initially, its authority belongs to Allah and His Prophet (PBUH).
• The rule of booty is mentioned in Surah Al-Anfal.
• One-fifth (Khums) was reserved for collective welfare and needy groups.

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Explanation

Ghazwah:

• Led by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
• Example: Ghazwah Badr (624 AD), Ghazwah Uhud (625 AD)
• Total Ghazwat: about 27 major expeditions

Sariyyah (Battle without Prophet’s presence):

• Led by companions like Hazrat Hamza (RA), Hazrat Ali (RA)
• Example: Sariyyah of Abdullah bin Jahsh
• Total Saraya: about 38–60 expeditions (varies in sources)

Last verified on 10-05-2026