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Abdullah Ibn Ariqat was the guide (usher) chosen for the Hijrat-e-Madinah — the historic migration of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) from Makkah to Madinah. He was a skilled, non-Muslim tracker at the time, selected due to his trustworthiness and deep knowledge of hidden routes across the desert.

The Prophet (PBUH) and Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) remained in the Cave of Thawr for three nights to evade the Quraish, and when the search pressure eased, Abdullah Ibn Ariqat led them safely through unfamiliar paths toward Madinah. His route was strategic and carefully chosen to avoid the main roads used by Quraysh pursuers.

Despite not being a Muslim during this mission, Abdullah Ibn Ariqat carried out the responsibility with precision and loyalty, proving himself reliable. His role was critical in the success of one of the most significant moments in Islamic history — the Hijrah, which marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar and the formation of the first Islamic state in Madinah.

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  Abdullah Ibn Ariqat was the usher or guide during the Hijrat-e-Madinah.

  
  


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  He was appointed by the Prophet (PBUH) due to his expertise in desert navigation.

  
  


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  The Prophet (PBUH) and Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) stayed in the Cave of Thawr before departing.

  
  


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  Abdullah Ibn Ariqat used secret routes to avoid Quraysh trackers.

  
  


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  His guidance played a crucial role in the safe arrival of the Prophet (PBUH) in Madinah.

  
  


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  Hijrah marks the start of the Islamic calendar and the foundation of the Muslim Ummah.