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After the Battle of Badr (624 CE), the first major battle in Islamic history, around seventy Quraysh soldiers were taken as prisoners by the Muslims. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) consulted his closest companions about how to deal with them.

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  Hazrat Abu Bakar (R.A) suggested showing mercy and releasing them after taking ransom or allowing them to teach Muslim children in exchange for their freedom.

  
  


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  Hazrat Umar Farooq (R.A), on the other hand, suggested executing the prisoners as a lesson for the Quraysh who had opposed Islam.

  
  

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) accepted the opinion of Hazrat Abu Bakar (R.A) and decided to release the prisoners after taking ransom, or in some cases, in exchange for teaching literacy to Muslim children. This decision reflected the Prophet’s (ﷺ) mercy and also helped the early Muslim community gain both resources and education.

This event is significant in Islamic history as it shows the balance between justice and compassion in early Islamic governance. It also highlights the wisdom of Hazrat Abu Bakar (R.A), whose suggestion aligned with the Prophet’s merciful approach.

Key Facts:

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  The Battle of Badr was fought in 624 CE (2 AH).

  
  


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  Around 70 Quraysh prisoners were captured by Muslims.

  
  


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  Hazrat Abu Bakar (R.A) suggested ransom/education for release.

  
  


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  Hazrat Umar (R.A) suggested execution for deterrence.

  
  


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  Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) followed Abu Bakar’s (R.A) advice.

  
  


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  The decision reflected mercy, wisdom, and benefit for the Muslim Ummah.

  
  


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  This event helped promote literacy in Madinah.