In which battle was Hazrat Zayd martyred?

Explanation

The Battle of Muta took place in 8 AH against the Byzantine Empire. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) appointed Hazrat Zayd ibn Haritha (R.A) as the first commander of the Muslim army. He was martyred while holding the flag, after which Hazrat Jafar ibn Abi Talib (R.A) took the flag and was also martyred, followed by Hazrat Abdullah ibn Rawaha (R.A). This battle is significant as it marked the first military encounter between Muslims and the Byzantine forces, and all three commanders appointed by the Prophet (PBUH) were martyred.

Good to know

Hazrat Zayd ibn Haritha (R.A) was the freed slave and adopted son of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and is the only companion mentioned by name in the Holy Quran (Surah Al-Ahzab, 33:37). The Battle of Muta was fought near the town of Muta in present-day Jordan. The Muslim army consisted of approximately 3,000 men facing a Byzantine force estimated at 100,000–200,000. After the three appointed commanders were martyred, Hazrat Khalid ibn Walid (R.A) took command and successfully led the Muslim army in a strategic retreat, earning him the title "Saifullah" (Sword of Allah) from the Prophet (PBUH).

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