Did women participate in the battles of the Messenger of Allah, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, and what was their number and their names in each battle?
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Some female Companions, including the wives of the Prophet (peace be upon him), participated in his battles. The Prophet would cast lots among his wives before a battle to determine who would accompany him. Examples include: Aisha accompanied the Battle of Banu Mustaliq, and Umm Salama accompanied the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah. Umm Ammarah Nusaybah bint Ka'b al-Ansariyyah participated in the Battle of Uhud and fought in defense of the Prophet. Umm Sulaym bint Milhan was also present on the day of Hunayn. The predominant role of women was to treat the wounded and sick, and to provide food and drink.
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