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Ghazwa Abwa is also known as the Ghazwa of Widdan. This was the first expedition led by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ after the Hijrah (migration) to Madinah. The purpose of the expedition was to intercept a Qurayshi trade caravan and to establish Muslim authority in the region. The Prophet ﷺ personally participated in this Ghazwa along with a small group of Muhajireen (migrants from Makkah).

Although no physical confrontation took place, it was a strategic step in forming alliances with local tribes. During this campaign, the Prophet ﷺ entered into a peace treaty with the Banu Damrah tribe, ensuring their neutrality and cooperation with the Muslims. The Ghazwa took place in the area of Widdan, a valley near Abwa, which is why it is also referred to as the Ghazwa of Widdan.

This expedition marked a shift in Muslim strategy from defense to asserting political and economic presence in the region. It laid the foundation for future battles like Badr and Uhud and gave Muslims diplomatic recognition among local tribes.

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  Ghazwa Abwa is also called Ghazwa Widdan.

  
  


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

  
  


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  Occurred in Safar, 2 A.H. (623 CE).

  
  


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  Location: Between Makkah and Madinah near Waddan Valley.

  
  


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  Objective: To intercept a Quraysh caravan.

  
  


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  No battle occurred; peace treaty was signed with Banu Damrah.

  
  


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  Significance: Asserted Muslim presence and initiated strategic alliances.

  
  


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  It served as a prelude to major battles like Badr.

  
  


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  Demonstrated Prophet Muhammad’s ﷺ military leadership.

  
  


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  This Ghazwa was foundational in Islamic state-building strategy.