Fought in March 624 CE near a cluster of wells south-west of Medina, the Battle of Badr saw roughly 313 Muslims face a Meccan force three times their size. Careful strategy, unified leadership, and what the Qur'an describes as divine support secured a decisive victory that guaranteed the survival of the young Muslim community. Those who fought at Badr are remembered in Islamic tradition as Ahl Badr, honoured across the centuries for their courage in a moment of existential danger.
Event
The Battle of Badr
غزوة بدر
Prophetic era · 624–624 CE · 2 AH
The first major battle between the Muslims of Medina and the Meccans, and a pivotal early victory for the young Muslim community.
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