It was the location of the Battle of Badr, between the Quraishi-led polytheists, and the Muslims under the leadership of Muhammad,[1] in 624 CE.

Badr is located 130 kilometers southwest of Medina and lies in a harsh natural landscape of desert plains, steep hills and sand dunes.

In pre-Islamic times, Badr was part of the night journey from the coast of the Red Sea, along the caravan route from Mecca to Damascus.

On March 13, 624 (17 Ramadan 2 AH), the Battle of Badr occurred when 313 men encountered outnumbering Meccan forces of the pagan Quraish army.

According to Islamic sources, Quraishi leader Abu Jahl said: Akhnas ibn Shariq al-Thaqifi and the Banu Zuhrah were with the Meccan as part of the escort that preceded the battle, but since he believed the caravan to be safe, he did not join Quraish on their way to a festival in Badr.