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Abu Jahl, one of the fiercest enemies of Islam and a leader of the Quraysh in Makkah, was killed in the Battle of Badr, which took place in 2 AH (624 CE). The Battle of Badr was the first major battle in Islamic history, fought between the Muslims of Madinah and the Quraysh of Makkah. Despite being heavily outnumbered, the Muslims achieved a decisive victory due to their faith, unity, and divine help from Allah (SWT).

Abu Jahl had been a relentless opponent of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), actively persecuting Muslims and plotting against Islam from its earliest days. He led the Quraysh forces in the Battle of Badr with the intention of crushing the Muslim community. However, he was ultimately killed by two young Ansari companions, Mu'adh ibn Amr (R.A) and Mu'adh ibn Afra (R.A), marking a significant moment in Islamic history as a major oppressor of Muslims was defeated.

The death of Abu Jahl in this battle symbolized the beginning of the end of Quraysh dominance over the believers and strengthened the position of Islam in Arabia.

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  Abu Jahl was killed in the Battle of Badr (2 AH).

  
  


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  The Battle of Badr was the first major Islamic battle.

  
  


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  Muslims numbered 313, while Quraysh had around 1000 soldiers.

  
  


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  Abu Jahl was killed by two young Ansari fighters during the battle.

  
  


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  His death was seen as divine justice for his long-standing oppression of Muslims.

  
  


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  The victory at Badr significantly boosted Muslim morale and established Islam's strength in the region.