LECTURE NO 237 || Who Were the 14 Martyrs of Badr? Full Biography & Sacrifices |Rehmatul Lil Alameen

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In this lecture, we discuss the 14 blessed martyrs of the Battle of Badr, the first major battle in Islamic history. A total of 6 Muhajirun and 8 Ansar gave their lives while defending the Messenger of Allah ﷺ and the early Muslim community.

This video covers,

► Complete names of all 14 martyrs
► Their tribes and background
► The role each companion played in the battle
► Their rank and virtues
► Emotional incidents and their moments of sacrifice
► How their martyrdom strengthened the foundation of Islam

The Battle of Badr remains one of the most honorable events in Islamic history. The sacrifices of these brave companions remind us of courage, faith, and unwavering trust in Allah.

The 6 Muhajirun Martyrs

These were the companions who migrated from Makkah to Madinah, leaving their homes and wealth for the sake of Allah.

(1) Ubaydah ibn al-Harith (رضي الله عنه)

Tribe: Banu Muttalib bin Abd Manaf

One of the earliest Muslims

Fought in the first duel of Badr

Received a fatal wound while fighting against Utbah

Passed away at Al-Safra’ on the way back to Madinah

He was among the most respected elders of Quraysh

(2) Safwan ibn al-Bayda (رضي الله عنه)

Tribe: Quraysh – Banu Jumah

Among the earliest converts

Known for great modesty and piety

Martyred in battle during close combat

(3) Mihja‘ (رضي الله عنه)

Freed slave of Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA)

Known as one of the first martyrs of the day

Remembered for bravery despite his humble background

(4) Harithah ibn Suraqah (رضي الله عنه)

Originally from the Khazraj tribe but counted among the migrant companions present at Badr

Martyred by an arrow shot from the enemy side

Famous story: His mother came to the Prophet ﷺ asking if her son was in Paradise, and Rasulullah ﷺ said: “He is in the highest gardens of Paradise.”

(5) Aqil ibn al-Bukayr (رضي الله عنه)

Tribe: Banu Sa’d ibn Layth

Migrated from Makkah

Brave warrior known for sincerity

Fell during intense combat

(6) Umair ibn Abi Waqas (رضي الله عنه)

Younger brother of Sa’d ibn Abi Waqas (RA)

Only 16 years old when martyred

One of the youngest martyrs of Badr

A symbol of youthful courage

The 8 Martyrs from the Ansar

These were the noble helpers from Madinah — 6 from Khazraj and 2 from Aws.

From the Aws (2 Martyrs)
(7) Mubashshir ibn Abd al-Mundhir (رضي الله عنه)

Tribe: Aws – Banu Abd al-Ashhal

Known for wisdom and loyalty

Martyred in frontline battle

(8) Sa’d ibn Khaythamah (رضي الله عنه)

Tribe: Aws – Banu Amr ibn Awf

His father and he chose who would join Badr — he was selected

Fought courageously and attained martyrdom

From the Khazraj (6 Martyrs)
(9) Yazid ibn al-Harith (رضي الله عنه)

Tribe: Khazraj – Banu al-Najjar

Among early supporters of Islam in Madinah

Martyred in hand-to-hand combat

(10) Amr ibn al-Humam (رضي الله عنه)

Known for a famous moment:
When he heard the Prophet ﷺ promise Paradise, he said,
“Between me and Paradise is only to face these enemies,”
and jumped into battle.

Martyred heroically.

(11) Rafi‘ ibn al-Mu‘alla (رضي الله عنه)

Tribe: Khazraj – Banu Zurayq

A noble defender of Madinah

Fell while battling enemy cavalry

(12) Harithah ibn al-Nu‘man (رضي الله عنه)

Tribe: Khazraj – Banu Malik

Known for generosity and truthfulness

Martyred defending the Prophet ﷺ’s position

(13) ‘Aqil ibn al-Bukayr (different from the Muhajir one)

This one belonged to Khazraj

His bravery was widely praised

Martyred in the thick of battle

(14) Umair ibn al-Humam (رضي الله عنه)

Also a Khazraj warrior

Famous for saying:
“O Allah, I ask You only for Paradise.”

One of the last martyrs of the day.


Summary of the 14 Martyrs
6 Muhajirun

Ubaydah ibn al-Harith

Safwan ibn al-Bayda

Mihja‘

Harithah ibn Suraqah

Aqil ibn al-Bukayr

Umair ibn Abi Waqas

8 Ansar

Mubashshir ibn Abd al-Mundhir

Sa’d ibn Khaythamah

Yazid ibn al-Harith

Amr ibn al-Humam

Rafi‘ ibn al-Mu‘alla

Harithah ibn al-Nu‘man

Aqil ibn al-Bukayr (Khazraj)

Umair ibn al-Humam

May Allah be pleased with all the martyrs of Badr. Ameen.

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