Quoted Texts:
Allāh The Exalted says: Allāh surely gave you victory at Badr when you were (vastly) outnumbered, so be mindful of Allāh that you may be grateful. When you said to the believers, is it not enough for you that your Lord should reinforce you with three thousand angels sent down. Indeed, if you remain patient and mindful, and they come upon you at once, your Lord will reinforce you with five thousand angels marked out. Allāh made this only as good tidings for you so that your hearts would be at rest thereby, and victory is only from Allāh, the Mighty, the Wise. (Qur’an 3:123-126).
Historical Overview:
The region of Badr, situated 150 km west of Al Madīnah Al Munawwarah, is one of the most historic sites known to Muslims. It was here, in the second year after the Hijrah, that the Battle of Badr unfolded between the Muslims and the Quraysh army from Makkah. The battle ended in a decisive victory for the Muslims, strengthening their position and securing control over the trade routes west of Al Madīnah Al Munawwarah toward the Red Sea
In earlier times Badr was both a water source and a famous Arab market, situated on the trade and pilgrimage routes from Syria and Egypt.
The region contains many historical landmarks associated with the battle. Among the most significant are Masjid Al ʻArīsh (the Shelter Mosque), built where a shelter was prepared for the Prophet ﷺ to direct the battle; the battlefield itself; the Cemetery of the Martyrs of Badr; and the nearer and farther ridges that are mentioned in the Qur’an.