Which companion remained with the Holy Prophet (ﷺ) in all battles except the Battle of Tabuk?

1. Hazrat Umar (RA)
2. Hazrat Ali (RA)
3. Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA)
4. Hazrat Usman (RA)

Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) accompanied Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) in every military campaign except Tabuk (9 AH), where he was entrusted with leading prayers in Medina. This exception highlights Abu Bakr’s (RA) unique status as the Prophet’s (ﷺ) most trusted companion. The Battle of Tabuk’s significance lies in it being the only expedition where the Prophet (ﷺ) publicly announced the destination beforehand, testing the Muslims’ faith during a severe drought. Abu Bakr’s (RA) stay behind demonstrated the importance of maintaining Medina’s security.