When was the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah signed between Muslims and Quraysh?

The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah was signed in 628 CE (6th Hijrah) between the Muslims of Madinah, led by Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), and the Quraysh of Makkah. It was a peace agreement reached at Hudaybiyyah, a place outside Makkah, after the Quraysh prevented Muslims from performing Umrah. This treaty is considered one of the most significant events in Islamic history, as it opened the way for the peaceful spread of Islam.

The Seven Main Terms of the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah:

• Muslims would return to Madinah without performing Umrah that year.


• They would be allowed to perform Umrah the following year, staying in Makkah for three days only, with no weapons except travelers’ swords.


• A truce would be established between Muslims and Quraysh for ten years, ensuring peace and security.


• Any tribe was free to enter into an alliance with either the Muslims or Quraysh.


• If a man from Quraysh joined the Muslims without the permission of his guardian, he would be returned to Quraysh.


• If a Muslim went over to the Quraysh, they would not return him to the Muslims.


• Muslims and Quraysh would avoid fighting and hostility during the treaty period, ensuring safe travel and coexistence.

Significance of the Treaty:

• The treaty provided recognition to Muslims as an independent political power.


• Though some terms seemed unfavorable, the Quran declared it a “clear victory” (Surah Al-Fath 48:1).


• It allowed Islam to spread rapidly across Arabia in a peaceful environment.


• When Quraysh later broke the treaty, it led to the peaceful conquest of Makkah in 630 CE.

The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah is a timeless example of patience, wisdom, and diplomacy. It highlights how strategic agreements can lead to greater long-term success, and why it is remembered as a milestone in the Prophet’s mission.