War was never the plan.
So how did the situation change so quickly?

The Muslims left Madinah intending to intercept a caravan. But once the caravan escaped, new information reached both sides, and the direction of events shifted.

In episode 76 of the Seerah, Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan explains how matters developed as Quraysh continued advancing toward Badr. Their numbers, leadership, and intentions become clear, as does why some tribes chose to turn back while others pressed on.

The episode also follows the decisions made by the Prophet ﷺ as the reality of a battle became unavoidable. Consultation takes place, different opinions are voiced, and firm commitments are given by the companions, especially as responsibility settles on those who would bear the greatest cost.

You’ll learn how the Muslims prepared on the ground, how information was gathered, how positions were chosen near the wells of Badr, and how Allah supported them through the night with calm, rest, and stability.

The Prophet ﷺ spends the night in duʿa, while the army prepares for what lies ahead.

The battle has not begun yet.
But everything needed for it is now in place.

Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Precap and Introduction
00:02:45 - The Number of Disbelievers in Badr
00:04:41 - Iblees Steps in
00:08:22 - The Enemies March Towards Badr
00:10:34 - The People Assigned to Feed the Army
00:15:30 - The Path the Disbelievers Took
00:16:17 - Abu Sufyan and the Spies
00:24:47 - The Prophet ﷺ Hears About Quraysh’s Plan
00:29:09 - Sahabah’s Reaction to the Unexpected Battle
00:37:41 - The Prophet’s ﷺ Prediction at Badr
00:40:35 - Scouting with Abu Bakr
00:46:40 - Settling Into Position at Badr
00:51:50 - Sa’d ibn Mu‘adh’s Advice
00:54:26 - Abu Bakr’s Courage at Badr
00:57:26 - Battle Preparations Begin
01:04:59 - The Prophet’s ﷺ Battle Instructions

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The journey to Badr didn’t begin with a battlefield. It began with small moments that tested the companions one by one.

Some were told to return, others tried to stay hidden, and lessons were given on the road that shaped the mindset of the entire group.

What seemed like a simple march became a series of decisions that revealed what each person carried in their heart.

Meanwhile in Makkah, a sudden wave of news moved through the city and forced Quraysh to react. What they chose next set both sides on a path neither could step away from.

Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan explains how these moments built the lead-up to Badr and why they changed the direction of the story.

The clash hasn’t begun yet, but the turning point is close.

Time Stamps:
00:00:00 - Precap and Introduction
00:02:20 - Role of Anas ibn Malik in the Battle of Badr
00:03:59 - Disputed Participants in the Battle of Badr
00:04:55 - Count of Badr Warriors
00:09:15 - Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: The Man of His People
00:13:55 - Punishment for Minor Shirk
00:15:35 - The Story of a Doctor
00:18:55 - Victory is from Allah
00:24:34 - The Young Sahabah Who Showed Up
00:26:30 - Preparing the Battalions
00:29:16 - Eating on the Day of Badr
00:29:24 - The Route to Badr
00:35:18 - Abu Sufyan Hears About the Prophet’s ﷺ Army
00:38:45 - The Dream of ‘Atikah Bint Abdul Muttalib
00:51:40 - The Quraysh Gear Up for Battle
00:53:32 - Why Umayyah ibn Khalaf Avoided the Battle
00:59:15 - Benefits From the Lesson

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A caravan returning from Sham set the stage for the first major battle in Islam. In this episode, Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan explains how a simple attempt to intercept Quraysh’s wealth became Yawm al-Furqan, the day Allah separated truth from falsehood.

He covers the precise date of Badr (Friday, 17 Ramadan, 2 AH), why the Prophet ﷺ left Madinah without calling for a full mobilisation, and how a small group of Sahabah was chosen for a test they never expected. You’ll also hear why the people of Badr were given a unique status, along with early incidents that showed Allah’s support for them.

This session establishes the cause and context of Badr before the military details continue in the next episode.

0:00:00 - Precap and Introduction
0:03:52 - The Greatness and Virtue of the Battle of Badr
0:08:07 - Distinct Features of the Battle of Badr
0:15:42 - The Background to the Battle
0:22:23 - Setting Out for the Caravan
0:28:09 - How Many Were the Sahabah?
0:33:04 - Those Who Didn’t Participate
0:43:50 - What We’ll Cover Next

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For sixteen months, the Prophet ﷺ and his companions prayed toward Jerusalem. Then, in the middle of Rajab, everything changed. But what happened when the revelation came down during Asr prayer? And what about those companions praying miles away in Masjid Quba who had no idea the Qibla had just shifted?

In this episode of the Seerah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan takes us through one of the most pivotal moments in Islamic history: the day the Muslim Ummah turned toward the Kaaba.

Discover the dramatic scene of companions mid-prayer, the single messenger who changed everything, and the Jews of Medina who called the Muslims "dimwitted" for this divine command.

But that's not all. Why did the Prophet ﷺ long to face the Kaaba while still honouring Jerusalem?

What hidden fiqh rulings emerged from this single event? And how does the fasting of Ashura connect to this momentous occasion?

The stage is now set for the greatest battle in Islamic history: a battle where Allah Himself promised forgiveness to its participants. Are you ready to witness what happens next?

Time Stamps:
0:00 - Precap and Introduction
2:18 - When the Qiblah Changed
12:05 - Benefits Drawn From This Incident
18:15 - When the Jews Heard About the Qiblah
19:32 - Insights From Fasting on the Day of Ashura
30:42 - Three Key Stages of the Fasting of Ramadan
35:43 - The Two Types of Zakah and Its Legislation

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The expeditions had begun. Quraysh’s caravans - loaded with the wealth stripped from the Muslims in Makkah - became the new target. The first expeditions passed without major confrontation, but each one edged closer to the inevitable clash. Then came Nakhlah.

A sealed letter. A mission meant only to observe. Twelve men who suddenly found themselves standing at a crossroads: strike the caravan now and risk spilling blood in the sacred month, or let it pass and lose the chance forever. One arrow was loosed. A man fell. Captives were taken. The first spoils of war were in Muslim hands.

What followed shook everything. Accusations, anger, and uncertainty filled Madinah. Even the Muslims themselves were unsure of what had just happened - until revelation from Allah ﷻ descended, clarifying the truth and turning the tide.

In this episode, Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan explores:
- The Prophet’s ﷺ earliest expeditions and why only the Muhajirun participated in them.
- The Nakhlah raid and its far-reaching consequences.
- A tender moment that gave ‘Ali رضي الله عنه the name Abu Turab, and a chilling prophecy about his fate.
- Lessons from deviation, and why the chains of scholarship protect the Ummah.

A single decision at Nakhlah pushed the Muslims closer to what Quraysh had long feared: open battle.

Timestamps:
00:00 Precap & Introduction
03:00 The First Expedition
10:27 The Second Expedition
11:28 The Third Expedition
18:18 Story Behind ‘Ali Ibn Abi Talib’s Nickname: Abu Turab
30:13 The Death of ‘Ali Ibn Abi Talib
42:54 The Final Expedition

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