This research deals with the study of Banu Abd al-Ashhal, one of the most important and largest clans of the Aws al-Ansari tribe, and their role during the era of Caliph Abu Bakr al-Siddiq (may God be pleased with him). It may include their participation in the Islamic army to fight the Romans in the first military launch after the death of the Prophet (peace and blessings of God be upon him). The research also included a study of the heroic role presented by Banu Abd al-Ashhal in the wars of apostasy, the most dangerous movements that confronted the complete Islamic state, and also included a study of their great role in collecting and preserving the Holy Qur’an from loss. The battles against the polytheists, including the battle of Ajnaden and the battle of Marj al-Safar.
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