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Abstract

Before Islam, there was an integrated system of trade in the Arabian Peninsula. In view of the needs of the cities and nations settled there, the chain of trade was spread to all sides of the Arabian Peninsula. The commercial practices of pre-Islamic Arabs had a direct influence on their lives, lifestyles, habits, and policies. In addition, many vices and disorders prevailed in these bazaars. The robbery of trade caravans was a national problem in almost every region, and a special treaty was made between the tribes to prevent it. Some other elements were prevalent in this trade system among Arabs, which was causing chaos in a society that was in dire need of reformation. The inhabitants of Arabia depended on the seasonal markets of Arabia for trade purposes and the provision of basic needs. Despite all this, the multinational trade agreement was a second major reason for the Quraysh's supremacy over Arabia. There was a dire need for reform within this Arab trade system. That is why Rasulullah ﷺ also used this trade verse for da'wah purposes. The evolution and influence of Muslims in the field of trade after the Hijra were influenced by the policies of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him), which is a constant subject of study. This paper presents research on Arab bazaars, their locations, security systems, modes of trade and trending practices, the security of trade corridors, and their systems.