Explanation

• Amr ibn Abd Wud was a renowned Quraysh warrior who crossed the trench during the Battle of the Trench (627 CE).
• Hazrat Ali (R.A.) confronted and killed him in single combat.

Additional information:

• The Battle of the Trench is also known as Ghazwa-e-Khandaq or the Battle of Ahzab.
• It took place in 5 AH (627 CE) in Madinah.
• The Muslims dug a trench around exposed parts of Madinah on the advice of Hazrat Salman al-Farsi (R.A.).

Last verified on 22-10-2026

Explanation

• Caliphate: During the reign of Hazrat Umar (RA).
• Battle of Yarmouk: Fought between the Byzantine Empire and Muslim forces under Khalid bin Waleed.
• Dates: August 15 to August 20, 636 AD.
• Location: Near the Yarmouk River.
• Result: Decisive victory for the Muslims, marking the end of Byzantine rule in Syria.

Last verified on 27-04-2026

Explanation

• The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah was concluded in 6 AH (628 CE) between Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the Quraysh of Makkah.
• Although some treaty terms initially appeared unfavourable to the Muslims, the Prophet (PBUH) accepted the agreement to secure peace and avoid immediate conflict.
• The peace period created opportunities for peaceful interaction, dialogue, and the spread of Islam.
• The treaty demonstrated the importance of patience, negotiation, strategic thinking, and fulfilling agreements in diplomatic relations.
• The Qur’an describes this event as a clear victory in Surah Al-Fath (48:1), highlighting its long-term significance.

Last verified on 19-10-2026

Explanation

• The Battle of Badr is the first battle of Islam
• On 17 Ramadan, 2 AH (March 13, 624 CE)
• "Badr" means "full moon" in Arabic.
• Also called Furqan and The Day of the Criterion.
• Took place in the valley of Badr, located in the Hejazi region
• Muslims: Approx. 313 men (82 Muhajirun and 231 Ansar).
• Quraysh: Approx. 1000 soldiers led by Abu Jahl.
• 82-85 Muhajirun and 231 Ansar (61 from Aws and 170 from Khazraj).
• 2 horses and 70 camels.
• Fourteen Muslims were killed, while 70 Kufar were killed and 70 captured.

Last updated question by NA 22-April-2026

Explanation

• Jihad (Qital Fi Sabilillah) becomes obligatory in 2 AH
• In Islam, jihad by the sword is superior to all Jihad.
• To Strive Hard is the literal meaning of Jihad
• 41 times the word jihad appears in the Quran
• Syed Ahmad Shaheed started the Jihad movement

Last update 0n 21-07-2026 by NA