From Conflict to Compassion ⚔️

 

 

📅 Year: 5 AH | Location: Al-Muraysi’, near the Red Sea

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🌟 Introduction: A Battle, A Marriage, A New Chapter

The Expedition of Banu Mustaliq was more than just a military victory — it became a turning point that united tribes, tested the believers, and changed the course of history through wisdom, not only war.

What started as a threat turned into one of the greatest examples of prophetic mercy, showing that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ didn’t just defeat enemies — he transformed them.

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⚔️ Why Did the Expedition of Banu Mustaliq Happen?

The Banu Mustaliq tribe, part of the larger Khuza’ah group, began secretly preparing to attack Madinah.

The Prophet ﷺ received intelligence about their plans — and instead of waiting for danger to reach the city, he marched proactively with a force of around 700 men.

This pre-emptive action launched what would be known as the Expedition of Banu Mustaliq.

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 The Battle of Al-Muraysi’ 💥

The confrontation took place at a water well known as Al-Muraysi’:

• The Muslims launched a surprise attack

• The enemy quickly collapsed with minimal resistance

• A number of fighters were captured, and their families taken as prisoners

Despite being a military success, the Expedition of Banu Mustaliq would be remembered not just for its strategy — but for what came after.

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 A Noble Marriage: Juwayriyyah bint Al-Harith🤍

 

Among the captives was Juwayriyyah, daughter of the tribe’s chief.

• She was brought to the Prophet ﷺ as part of the spoils

• She asked for help in freeing herself

• The Prophet ﷺ married her, turning an act of war into an act of peace

This marriage during the Expedition of Banu Mustaliq led many from her tribe to embrace Islam, and over 100 captives were freed out of respect.

It was diplomacy through honor — not domination.

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The Internal Tension: Hypocrisy Exposed💥

On the return journey, an ugly incident occurred:

• Abdullah ibn Ubayy, the leader of the hypocrites, stirred trouble between the Muhajirun and the Ansar

• He made divisive remarks, trying to split the Ummah

• The Prophet ﷺ dealt with it calmly, showing restraint and unity

This was a key lesson of the Expedition of Banu Mustaliq — sometimes, the real enemy lies within.

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Lessons from the Expedition of Banu Mustaliq💡

1. Prevention is better than defense — strike before danger reaches your door

2. Mercy can end a conflict better than any sword

3. One marriage ended tribal tension and invited hearts to Islam

4. Real leaders diffuse internal conflict, not inflame it

5. Islam values dignity — even for former enemies

6. Islamic leadership combines courage and compassion in every decision.

7. Winning hearts matters more than defeating bodies.

8. Hypocrisy weakens unity more than external enemies.

9. One righteous woman changed the fate of her entire tribe.

10. Victory is sweeter when followed by forgiveness.

The Expedition of Banu Mustaliq shows us that victory isn’t just about power — it’s about purpose, unity, and transforming enemies into allies through wisdom, mercy, and long-term vision.

🕌 Quran Racers Academy – Teaching Through Action, Not Just History

At Quran Racers, we teach that the Expedition of Banu Mustaliq is a masterclass in:

• Conflict resolution

• Emotional intelligence

• Transformative mercy

We don’t just retell battles — we extract values that help students grow into compassionate and confident Muslims.

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🕊️ Conclusion: The Sword Was Brief — But the Legacy Lasts Forever

The Expedition of Banu Mustaliq proves that Islam’s strength isn’t just in its strategy — but in its soul.

The Prophet ﷺ turned a battlefield into a home.
A captive into a queen.
And an enemy into a believer.

This expedition reminds us that sometimes… the most powerful victories come after the fight is over.

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