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Where did the Muslims and Makkans fight?
They fought at Badr, a well near Medina.
Who fought at Badr?
313 Muslims versus 1000 non Muslims.
What happened at Badr?
The Muslims defeated the non Muslims.
What losses did the Makkans suffer?
70 Makkans were killed, many wounded & captured.
How did the Muslims treat the war captives?
They treated them humanely and kindly.
When did the Uhud Battle take place?
In the third year after Hijra.
How many warriors did Makkans have?
They had 3000 strong fighters.
What happened at the beginning?
Muslims were victorious at first.
Why were the Muslims defeated then?
As the archers left their posts for booty.
Who led the Makkan army?
Khalid ibn al- Walid led them.
How many Muslims died in Uhud?
About 70 Muslims including Hamza died.
How many Makkans were killed?
Twenty two of them were killed.
When did the battle of the Trench occur?
In Shawwal, in the year 5 AH.
Mohammad aHow many warriors did Makka prepare to fight third time?
They prepared 10,000 warriors.
Who played an evil role in forming this alliance?
The Jewish tribe of Banu al-Nadir did.
Why did the prophet expel Banu al-Nadir?
As they plotted to kill him.
Why was the battle of Trench so called?
Due to the trench dug around Medina.
Who suggested digging the trench?
Salman al- Farisi suggested digging it.
How long did the siege of Makkans last?
It lasted for 25 days.
Why did the Makkans withdraw?
Due to the cold and strong wind.