The Treaty of Hudaibiyyah
In 6 A.H. (628 AD), Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) and about 1,400 Muslims journeyed from Madinah to Makkah to perform Umrah (lesser pilgrimage). The Quraysh feared that the Muslims would attack, so they stopped them at Hudaibiyyah, near Makkah. To prevent war, both parties agreed to a peace treaty.
Peace Terms of the Treaty
1. Muslims would return to Madinah without performing Umrah that year.
2. They would be allowed to come the following year for Umrah.
3. There would be 10 years of peace between the Muslims and the Quraysh.
4. Any tribe could join either the Muslims or the Quraysh.
5. If a Quraysh person came to Madinah without permission, he would be returned.
6. But if a Muslim went to Makkah, he would not be returned.
Some Reactions to the Treaty
• Many Muslims were sad and disappointed.
• Umar (RA) was especially unhappy with the terms.
• But the Prophet accepted it because he knew it would bring greater benefits.
Some Effects and importance of the Treaty
1. It gave Muslims time to grow stronger without fear of war.
2. It allowed the spread of Islam through peaceful preaching.
3. It showed Prophet Muhammad’s commitment to peace.
4. Many people converted to Islam during the peace period.
5. It led to the Conquest of Makkah two years later (in 8 A.H).
6. Allah revealed Surah Al-Fath (48:1):
“Indeed, We have given you a clear victory.”
Assignment
1. What is the Treaty of Hudaibiyyah?
2. Mention two terms of the treaty.
3. Why were the Muslims disappointed with the treaty?
4. What lesson can we learn from the Prophet’s action during the treaty?
5. Quote one verse of the Qur’an revealed after the treaty.