Who was the leader of the Quraysh army in the Battle of Badr?

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Abu Jahl - In the Battle of Badr, the leader of the Quraysh army was Abu Jahl, whose real name was Amr ibn Hisham. He was one of the strongest opponents of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and a key enemy of Islam in its early days.

Abu Jahl was responsible for organizing and leading the Quraysh forces against the Muslims of Madinah. His aim was to destroy the rising influence of Islam. However, despite having a larger army, the Quraysh were defeated, and Abu Jahl was killed during the battle, marking a major turning point in Islamic history.

Important Facts:

Battle: Ghazwa-e-Badr
Leader of Quraysh: Abu Jahl (Amr ibn Hisham)
Year: 2 AH / 624 CE
Role: Commander and enemy of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
Outcome: Killed in battle, leading to Muslim victory


In conclusion, Abu Jahl was the leader of the Quraysh army in the Battle of Badr, and his defeat marked a significant victory for the Muslims.

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