Battle of Badr Flashcards
What led to the battle of Badr?
1) Enmity and jealousy of the Quraish
2) Incident of Nakhla
3) Letter of Abu Sufyan
Describe the incident of Nakhla
Nakhla was a small valley just outside of Madina.
While Hazrat Abdullah bin Jahash was patrolling the area, he came in contact with Amr bin Hadrami who was spying for the Quraish. Both engaged in combat which led to Hadrami being slayed and a cause for the Quraish to attack Madina.
How did the letter of Abu Sufyan provoke the Meccans to wage war?
Abu Sufyan was passing Madina in a caravan when he feared an attack from the Muslims causing him to send a letter pleading help from the leaders of Makkah. In turn, they marched over to avenge Abu Sufyan even after his safe return to Makkah no one paid head to his call for retreat.
When did the battle take place?
17th Ramadan (optional)
2nd A.H
Where did the battle take place?
Plain of Badr
What were the strengths of the Muslims and the Quraish?
Muslims - 313
Quraish - 1000
Name a few prominent characters from both sides
Muslims - Hazrat Umer, Ali
Quraish - Abu Jahal, Utba
How was Abu Jahal killed?
He was at first injured by Maaz and Muaz (brothers) and was later killed by Abdullah Bin Masood who beheaded him.
What were some of the miracles Allah sent down to the Muslims during this time?
1) Rainfall. (Water to drink/ make their ground firm/ make non believer side muddy and slippery)
2) Angles
3) Manipulating numbers
What was the punishment of the prisoners of war?
Teach children and give ransom
What was the title of this batlle?
Day of Furqan
