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The first Ghazwa (expedition in which the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ personally participated) in Islam was the Ghazwa of Abwa. This took place in the year 2 Hijri, shortly after the migration (Hijrah) to Madinah. It is also known as the “Waddan Expedition.” The purpose of this Ghazwa was to intercept a Quraysh caravan and establish the Muslims’ right to defend themselves after years of persecution in Makkah.

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ led this expedition along with a small group of companions. Although no actual fighting occurred, it marked the beginning of the Prophet’s military leadership in defense of the Muslim community. It also demonstrated that the Muslims of Madinah were no longer in a passive position but would now take strategic actions to protect themselves and challenge the Quraysh’s economic power.

The Ghazwa of Abwa also reflects the early strategies used by the Prophet ﷺ in laying the foundation of Islamic defense and political influence. While not as famous as Badr, this Ghazwa is historically significant as it laid the groundwork for future decisive battles in Islamic history.

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  Ghazwa Abwa is also called Ghazwa Waddan.

  
  


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  It occurred in the 2nd year of Hijrah (A.H.).

  
  


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  It was the first military expedition led by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

  
  


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  The purpose was to monitor and intercept Quraysh caravans.

  
  


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  No fighting took place, but treaties were signed with local tribes.

  
  


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  The Prophet ﷺ spent about 15 days on this expedition.

  
  


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  It occurred between Makkah and Madinah, near the valley of Waddan.

  
  


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  This Ghazwa set a strategic and symbolic precedent in Islamic history.

  
  


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  It showed the Prophet’s ﷺ commitment to defending the Muslim state.

  
  


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  It was followed by other expeditions, leading up to the major Battle of Badr.