Battle of CAMEL Flashcards
Who opposed Hazrat Ali (R.A) as Caliph from the start?
Hazrat Aisha (R.A) opposed Hazrat Ali (R.A) and turned her caravan back to Makkah after hearing of his caliphate.
Why was Hazrat Ali (R.A) accused of Hazrat Usman’s (R.A) murder?
He was accused of manipulating the political strife leading to the murder, despite his efforts to protect Hazrat Usman (R.A).
What actions did Hazrat Ali (R.A) take to protect Hazrat Usman (R.A)?
To protect Hazrat Usman (R.A), He:
- Stayed in Madinah instead of performing Hajj to mediate peace.
- Sent his son Hazrat Hassan (R.A) to guard Usman’s (R.A) house, where he was wounded.
What demands did the Umayyads and others make to Hazrat Ali (R.A) after he became Caliph?
The Umayyads and others demanded revenge for the blood of Hazrat Usman (R.A) and punishment of his assassins.
Why did Hazrat Ali (R.A) delay punishing the assassins of Hazrat Usman (R.A)?
Hazrat Ali (R.A) delayed punishing the assassins of Hazrat Usman (R.A), as he believed it was:
- A widespread conspiracy
- Not the act of a few individuals
- He needed to first restore peace.
Who turned against Hazrat Ali (R.A) due to his delay in punishing Usman’s assassins?
Hazrat Talha (R.A) and Hazrat Zubair (R.A) became enraged due to his delay and joined Hazrat Aisha (R.A).
How large was the army raised by Hazrat Aisha (R.A), Talha (R.A), and Zubair (R.A)?
The army raised by Hazrat Aisha (R.A), Talha (R.A), and Zubair (R.A) was initially 900 men, but by the time they reached Basra, it had grown to 10,000 men.
How many men did Hazrat Ali (R.A) initially have, and how did he gain more support?
Ali (R.A):
- Started with 600 men.
- Sent Hazrat Hassan (R.A) to Kufa for reinforcements.
- Gained 7,000 more men, reaching 12,000 in total.
Where did the two armies meet?
- The two armies met near Basra.
What did Hazrat Ali (R.A) do to avoid fighting?
To avoid fighting, he sent a Companion of the Prophet (PBUH) to assure Hazrat Aisha (R.A) that he intended to punish the assassins but needed evidence.
What was Hazrat Aisha’s (R.A) response to Ali’s attempt at peace?
- In response, she agreed to negotiate, and hostilities were suspended.
Who disrupted the peace negotiations and restarted the battle?
- Mischief-makers from both sides, fearing peace would end their influence, attacked during the night and resumed the battle.
How did the battle begin?
The battle began by Hazrat Aisha (R.A) mounted a camel and led the army into battle.
What were the casualties of the Battle of Camel?
The casualties of this battle were 10,000 Muslims killed on both sides.
What happened to Hazrat Talha (R.A) and Hazrat Zubair (R.A)?
- Talha (R.A) left the battlefield but was killed by mischief-makers while offering prayer.
- Zubair (R.A) was also killed by a mischief-maker.
What significant event occurred around Hazrat Aisha’s (R.A) camel?
- The battle raged around her camel as she directed the fight.
- 40 men died defending the camel.
- Hazrat Ali (R.A) ordered the camel to be brought down to end the battle.
How did Hazrat Ali (R.A) treat Hazrat Aisha (R.A) after the battle?
After the battle, Hazrat Ali (R.A) treated Hazrat Aisha with respect and honor, sending her back to Madinah under the escort of her brother, Muhammad bin Abu Bakr.
How did Hazrat Aisha (R.A) live after the Battle of Camel?
After the Battle of Camel, she led a retired life and never participated in politics again.
What was the political outcome of the Battle of Camel?
The outcome of the battle was:
- Ali’s Khilafat was acknowledged by the entire Muslim world except Syria.
- This was the first civil war among Muslims.
- It set an example for future conflicts over political matters.
What major conflict followed the Battle of Camel?
The Battle of Siffin, the second civil war in Islam followed the Battle of Camel
