87.Victory in the ‘Battle of Badr’ in spite of inherent weaknesses.

This verse (3:13) speaks about the first war in the Islamic history.

The Muslims were fewer in numbers and inadequate in their weaponry, but it was a great victory for them. 

Why does this verse mention the victory as a great testimony? 

In this war Muslims were fewer in number while their enemies were twice as much. Muslims did not have adequate weapons nor enough food to last them. 

The enemies of Muslims were equipped with more than their needs. The war began on the 17^th day of Ramadan and many of Prophet Muhammad’s comrades were observing the holy Ramadan fast, and others who did not fast for the day were weak due to the previous days of fasting.

With all these shortcomings on the side of Muslims they achieved a great victory at the end. This stands out without doubt as a unique testimony of Al-Mighty. 

To know more about the ‘Battle of Badr’ please refer to explanation point 358.