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After the Muslim victory at Badr, the Quraysh sought revenge. Abu Sufyan, whose caravan was a target for Muslim raids, decided to gather an army. Despite some of his elders being killed at Badr, he rallied 3,000 fighters, including 200 horsemen led by Khalid ibn al-Walid, with the goal of eliminating the Prophet Muhammad.

News of the approaching army reached the Prophet Muhammad, who initially favored fighting within Medina. However, many enthusiastic young companions insisted on fighting outside. They chose the foot of Mount Uhud for its strategic advantage, protecting their rear. The Prophet stationed 50 archers on a smaller hill, Jabal al-Rumah, under Abdullah ibn Jubair, with strict orders not to leave their positions. Tragically, a group of 300 hypocrites led by Abdullah ibn Ubayy ibn Salul deserted the Muslim army of 1,000, reducing their numbers to 700.

Despite the desertions, the remaining 700 Muslims, including courageous young men like Rafi' ibn Khadij and Samurah ibn Jundub, and even the elderly Amr ibn al-Jamuh, were eager to fight. The Battle of Uhud began with Abu Sufyan attempting to intimidate the Medinan Ansar. The Prophet Muhammad then offered his sword, which was taken by Abu Dujana. The Muslims fought bravely, adhering to the Prophet's strategy. Their archers on Jabal al-Rumah held their ground, giving the Muslims the upper hand in the initial phase. The standard-bearer of the Quraysh was repeatedly struck down by Ali ibn Abi Talib.

Believing the battle was over and seeking war spoils, most of the archers on Jabal al-Rumah descended from their positions, disregarding Abdullah ibn Jubair's urgent pleas. This critical error created a vulnerability. Khalid ibn al-Walid, observing this, seized the opportunity and led his cavalry to flank the Muslim army from the rear. The Muslims found themselves surrounded, caught between Khalid's cavalry and the re-engaged Quraysh infantry, leading to widespread confusion and heavy losses.

During the chaos, Hind bint Utbah, driven by vengeance for her family members killed at Badr, incited her slave Wahshi to kill Hamzah ibn Abd al-Muttalib, the Prophet's uncle. Wahshi succeeded, killing Hamzah. As the fighting intensified, Mus'ab ibn Umayr, who resembled the Prophet, was also killed, leading to the grave rumor that Prophet Muhammad himself had been slain. This caused immense despair among the Muslims, with some even attempting to flee. However, resilient companions like Umar ibn al-Khattab and others rallied the troops, reminding them to fight for their faith.

The Prophet Muhammad, along with nine companions, was fiercely defended against the onslaught of Khalid ibn al-Walid's forces. Sa'd ibn Abi Waqqas bravely shot arrows, while Talha ibn Ubayd-Allah shielded the Prophet, sustaining severe injuries. Despite their valiant efforts, a polytheist managed to strike the Prophet, breaking his helmet, injuring his face, and knocking out a tooth. Abu Bakr and Abu Dujana arrived as reinforcements, with Abu Dujana covering the Prophet to protect him from arrows. The Muslims eventually repositioned themselves on an elevated part of Mount Uhud. The battle ended without a clear victor, but the Muslims suffered heavy casualties, with around 70 martyrs, including Hamzah, whose body was brutally mutilated by Hind bint Utbah. After the battle, Wahshi, who killed Hamzah, later embraced Islam and became known for killing Musaylimah the Liar, stating he killed the best of people in ignorance and the worst of people in Islam.