Defender of the Prophet ﷺ: Nusaybah bint Ka’ab and the Courage to Stand Firm

In the chaos of the Battle of Uhud, when many fled, one woman stood firm. Nusaybah bint Ka’ab (RA), also known as Umm ‘Ammarah, wasn’t a bystander. She was a warrior.


When the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was exposed and vulnerable, Nusaybah fought fiercely to protect him. The Prophet ﷺ said:
“Wherever I turned, to my left or my right on the day of Uhud, I saw her fighting for me.”
(Siyar A‘lam al-Nubala’)


Though she was injured multiple times, her bravery earned her the praise of the Prophet ﷺ himself.


At Adventure Alp, we believe archery is not just a sport—it’s a legacy of strength and service, especially for our sisters.


Legacy Lesson: Archery empowers, disciplines, and prepares. Nusaybah lived that truth on the battlefield—and we carry that spirit forward in our training today.


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