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The Actions of The Prophet ﷺ in The Economic Rehabilitation of The Emigrant Companions

Abstract

Considering all these discussions, it becomes entirely clear that at the time of migration, the state of Medina was not such that those coming from outside could easily settle there. In fact, the residents of Medina themselves were facing challenges and hardships in their lives. They did not have sufficient resources to facilitate the settlement of the emigrants (Muhajirun) coming from outside. On the other hand, the Prophet ﷺ and his companions (may Allah be pleased with them) had been commanded to migrate, and this migration had been made obligatory. It was no longer permissible for any Muslim to remain in Mecca. For those who chose to stay in Mecca, Allah's command was that they would have no association with the Prophet ﷺ.The companions left everything behind and migrated to Medina. Despite their own hardships, the Ansar demonstrated great generosity and open-heartedness by welcoming the emigrants (Muhajirun).In such a delicate situation, the Prophet ﷺ utilized his God-given abilities and played his role as a great leader by uniting the Muhajirun and Ansar in the bond of brotherhood. As a result, the Ansar selflessly shared everything they had with the Muhajirun, as mentioned earlier.On the other hand, if we look at the people of Mecca, they were self-reliant and did not like to be a burden on anyone. After being expelled from Mecca, they left all their wealth behind. The initial period in Medina was marked by extreme poverty, hardship, and destitution. However, as circumstances improved and resources increased (such as the acquisition of substantial land during the Battle of Khaybar), the Muhajirun gradually returned the lands, houses, and other possessions that the Ansar had generously given them.On the other hand, the state of Medina was in the process of being established, requiring practical steps to be taken. Upon arriving in Medina, the Prophet ﷺ made arrangements for the companions' livelihoods. He selected a location for a marketplace (bazaar) and encouraged the companions to engage in trade—a field in which many already had significant interest and experience. Instead of relying on anyone's charity, the companions initiated their own businesses and trade ventures. Some started one type of business, while others pursued different opportunities, making trade their primary means of livelihood.Many of them progressed in their trade, while others earned just enough to meet their basic needs. They neither asked anyone for anything nor showed their needs to anyone. Instead, they went a step further by spending what they earned in the way of Allah. Numerous examples of this generosity have already been mentioned.In this way, the companions not only secured their own livelihoods but also strengthened society through mutual brotherhood, sacrifice, and altruism. This unique model of social and economic cooperation remains unparalleled to this day.