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message. The message was "Tell Muhammad that we are resolved to engage him and
his Companions again. But next time we will make sure to rid ourselves of you
completely!" Abu Sufyan hoped the message would dissuade the Prophet (salla Allahu
alihi wa sallam) from pursuing them.

Prophet Muhammad (salla Allahu alihi wa sallam) and the believers were resting at
Hamra Al-Asad when Abd Qays caravan approached and delivered the message. The
Prophet (salla Allahu alihi wa sallam) responded with a verse from the Koran:

" ... Allah is sufficient for us. He is the Best Guardian." Koran 3:173

The danger had passed and the Prophet (salla Allahu alihi wa sallam) out of concern
and mercy for his Companions, told them that they were to remain in the camp for three
more days in order to recuperate. During this time Sa’ad Ubadhah's son, returned to
Medina and arranged for a herd of camels to be loaded with dates and driven to the
camp. When they arrived some of the camels were slaughtered so that there was a
plentiful supply of meat to strengthen the Muslims.

The Outcome