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The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah was a landmark peace agreement signed in the 6th year after Hijrah (628 CE) between the Muslims of Madinah, under the leadership of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), and the Quraysh of Makkah. The Muslims had set out for a peaceful pilgrimage to Makkah but were halted at Hudaybiyyah by the Quraysh. After long negotiations, both sides agreed to a truce to prevent conflict. This treaty helped ease the growing tension and created a calm environment that allowed Islam to spread more peacefully across the Arabian Peninsula. Though some companions were initially unhappy with the treaty terms, it later proved to be a wise and strategic success.

Key Points about the Hudaybiyyah Treaty:

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  Signed in 628 CE between Muslims of Madinah and Quraysh of Makkah.

  
  


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  Written by Hazrat Ali bin Abi Talib (RA).

  
  


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  Aimed to reduce conflict and establish peace for 10 years.

  
  


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  Allowed Muslims to perform Umrah the following year.

  
  


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  Controversial clause: new Muslim converts from Makkah had to be returned.

  
  


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  Long-term success: led to the spread of Islam and Conquest of Makkah.

  
  


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  Hazrat Ali's loyalty and writing were central in drafting the treaty under pressure.

  
  


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  Treaty showed the wisdom and strategic thinking of the Prophet (PBUH).

  
  

One of the key figures during this historic moment was Hazrat Ali bin Abi Talib (RA). As the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet (PBUH), he was known for his honesty, wisdom, and powerful writing abilities. He was given the responsibility to write the agreement on behalf of the Muslims. When objections arose from the Quraysh over specific titles like “Messenger of Allah,” Hazrat Ali followed the Prophet’s instructions and modified the text, showing obedience and diplomatic patience. His role in finalizing the agreement was essential in making the treaty official and acceptable to both parties.