A Research Study of Ghazwaat-e Nabi (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) described in the Holy Quran

قرآن کریم میں بیان کردہ غزواتُ نبی علیہ الصلوۃ والسلام کا تحقیقی مطالعہ

Abstract

Ghazwat is an Urdu term that refers to campaigns led by the Prophet Muhammad with the intention of engaging in battles with non-Muslim groups. These expeditions involved gathering a group of Muslims and traveling to a city or desert to confront their opponents. It is important to note that the wars of the Prophet's time were different from contemporary wars, as they were not motivated solely by aggression or territorial expansion. The main objective of these campaigns was to uphold the principles of Islamic law and to establish and defend the Islamic faith. In the early days of Islam, Muslims were not authorized to use force or engage in war unless specifically permitted by divine revelation in the Qur'an. Once permission was granted, these expeditions were carried out with the guidance and approval of the Prophet. The Qur'an provided guidelines for conducting these battles, emphasizing the importance of following the principles of justice and mercy. A fundamental principle of warfare was the protection of the innocent including the elderly, women, children and nonIslamic faith. These battles were seen as a means of self-defense, to protect the nascent Muslim community from persecution, and to ensure freedom to practice their religion. In essence, Ghazwat refers to the campaigns undertaken under the leadership of the Prophet of Islam to participate in battles for the defense and propagation of Islam. These battles focused on justice, mercy and protection of innocent lives and resources according to Islamic principles. The aim was to establish and maintain the Islamic faith rather than simply conquest or aggression. The detailed account of the Ghazwat mentioned in the Urdu text provides insight into the historical context and significance of these campaigns in the Islamic tradition-combatants. They were not to be harmed or targeted during campaigns. Furthermore, Islamic teachings forbid the destruction of agricultural fields, livestock, and trees. It shows respect and concern for the livelihoods and resources of the communities involved.

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10513197