DOWN MEMORY LANE: JABAL UHUD, MADINAH

Jabal Uhud or Mount Uhud, located approximately 5 km north of the Prophet's Mosque (Masjid Nabawi) in Madinah, Saudi Arabia.It's name "Uhud" is derived from the Arabic word for "one" or "unified", refering to its isolation as it is not connected to other mountain ranges in the area. 

Umrah 2012

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HAJJ (2017)

Historical and Spiritual Importance

• The Battle of Uhud: On March 19, 625 CE (3rd Hijri year), the mountain witnessed the second major conflict between the Muslims of Madinah and the Meccan Quraysh.
• The Prophet's Love: Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) expressed a deep spiritual connection to the mountain, famously stating that Uhud is a mountain that loves the believers and is loved by them.
• Martyrs of Uhud: The site is the final resting place for 70 companions who died during the battle, including the Prophet's uncle, Hamza ibn Abdul-Muttalib.

Key Visiting Sites

• Archers' Hill (Jabal al-Rumat): A small rocky hill where the Prophet (ﷺ) positioned archers during the battle. Visitors often climb this hill to overlook the historical battlefield.
• The Cemetery of Martyrs: A walled area containing the graves of the companions who fell during the Battle of Uhud.
• Sayyid al-Shuhada Mosque: A large modern mosque located near the cemetery, built to accommodate the many pilgrims who visit the site for Ziyarat (visitation).

THE JABAL RUMAT (BUKIT PEMANAH)

The Jabal Rumat (Mount of the Archers) also known as Jabal Aynayn, a small volcanic hill located in the uhud district of Madinah, approximately 3 km north of the Prophet's Mosque.

Prophet Muhammad s.a.w stationed 50 archers on this under the command Abdullah bin Jubair. They were strictly ordered to protect the Muslim army's rear and not to leave their positions, regardless of whether the Muslims were winning or losing.

After an initial victory, many archers mistakenly believed the battle was over and descended the hill to collect spoils of war, leaving only about ten men behind. This allowed the Meccan cavalry, led by Khalid bin al-Walid, to flank the Muslim army from the rear, leading to a significant loss and the martyrdom of 70 companions.

The Cemetery of Martyrs (Maqbarah al-Shuhada) at Uhud is a sacred enclosure in Madinah where approximately 70 companions of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) are buried. They were martyred during the Battle of Uhud in 625 CE (3rd Hijri) while defending the early Muslim community.

The cemetery is the final resting place for several prominent figures in Islamic history: 

• Hamza ibn Abdul-Muttalib: The paternal uncle of the Prophet (ﷺ), known as Sayyid al-Shuhada (the Chief of Martyrs) and the "Lion of Allah".
• Mus'ab ibn Umair: The first ambassador of Islam and the flag-bearer during the battle.
• Abdullah ibn Jahsh: A cousin of the Prophet (ﷺ) and a dedicated warrior.
• Hanzala ibn Abi Amer: Known as Ghaseel al-Mala'ikah (the one washed by the angels) because he was martyred while in a state of major ritual impurity.

Official travel and historical context for visitors can be found on Visit Madinah and Visit Saudi. 

References:

1. Visit Saudi: Uhud Battle Site
2. Visit Madinah : Uhud Martyrs Square
3. Malaysia Gazette : Bukit Istimewa Madinah 'Jabal Uhud'

Hj Zulheimy Maamor

Lembah Keramat, K.L

19 April 2026: 6.38 p.m