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**Imagine hiding inside a cave while the people searching for you were standing directly above your head.** This is what Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Abu Bakr as-Siddiq (RA) experienced over 1,400 years ago during the historic Hijrah from Makkah to Madinah, Saudi Arabia. Welcome to **Episode 2 of Retracing the Hijrah**, our 13-part Islamic history series exploring the remarkable migration of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Abu Bakr (RA) in 622 CE. ⛰️ **THE CAVE OF THAWR — THREE NIGHTS THAT CHANGED HISTORY** During the Hijrah, the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr (RA) sought refuge inside Ghar Thawr (Cave of Thawr), located on Jabal Thawr, south of Makkah. They remained hidden in the cave for three nights while Quraysh searched for them. According to Sahih al-Bukhari 3653, the searchers came so close that Abu Bakr (RA) said: "If one of them looked beneath his feet, he would see us." Despite the danger, the Prophet ﷺ reassured his companion, reminding him that Allah was with them. The Quran preserves this extraordinary moment in Surah At-Tawbah (9:40): **لَا تَحْزَنْ إِنَّ اللَّهَ مَعَنَا** "Do not grieve; indeed Allah is with us." These words remain a powerful reminder of Tawakkul (trust in Allah), patience, courage, and reliance upon Allah during difficult times. 🌙 **HOW DID THEY SURVIVE THREE NIGHTS?** Their stay in Ghar Thawr involved remarkable planning and support. Abdullah ibn Abi Bakr (RA) secretly brought information about the movements of Quraysh, while Amir ibn Fuhayrah helped provide fresh milk from the sheep. After three nights, the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr (RA) continued their journey toward Madinah with the assistance of an experienced guide, Abdullah ibn Urayqit. Rather than taking the usual direct northern caravan road, they followed a less-traveled route toward the coastal region before continuing toward Madinah. These details are preserved in Sahih al-Bukhari 3905. 🕌 **ALA KHUTAH — RETRACING THE HIJRAH** Today, Saudi Arabia's **Ala Khutah (على خطاه)** project allows visitors to explore locations associated with the historic migration of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Meaning "In His Footsteps," Ala Khutah features an approximately 470-kilometre reconstructed Hijrah route between Makkah and Madinah, with 11 visitor stations and experiences inspired by important moments in Islamic history. The journey begins at Ghar Thawr and continues through landscapes associated with the Seerah, allowing visitors to learn more about the Prophet's ﷺ migration. The exact identification of some ancient route locations remains a matter of historical research. 📍 **LOCATION:** Ghar Thawr (Cave of Thawr), Jabal Thawr, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. 🎟️ **EXPERIENCE THE HIJRAH ROUTE YOURSELF** Want to explore locations associated with the journey of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ? Comment **"HIJRAH"** and I'll send you the Ala Khutah experience link! You can also explore it here: https://alakhutahksa.com/?ref=ali-khan This is a referral link that may support our content. 🤍 **RETRACING THE HIJRAH — EPISODE 2** From the mountains of Makkah to the historic pathways leading toward Madinah, we're exploring the Seerah through authentic Islamic narrations and on-location storytelling. Whether you're planning Umrah, Hajj, or Islamic Ziyarah in Saudi Arabia, join us as we discover the history connected to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, Masjid al-Haram, Masjid an-Nabawi, and the blessed cities of Makkah and Madinah. Subscribe to Junaid Hussain for more Islamic history, Madinah travel guides, Umrah tips, and upcoming episodes of Retracing the Hijrah. 📚 **AUTHENTIC ISLAMIC REFERENCES** Sahih al-Bukhari 3653 — Abu Bakr (RA) and the searchers standing above the cave. https://sunnah.com/bukhari:3653 Sahih al-Bukhari 3905 — Three nights in Ghar Thawr and preparations for the migration. https://sunnah.com/bukhari:3905 Surah At-Tawbah 9:40 — The Quranic account of the Prophet ﷺ reassuring Abu Bakr (RA). https://quran.com/9/40 Official Ala Khutah Project: https://alakhutahks
