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What led to the Muslim defeat at the Battle of Uhud?
What led to the Muslim defeat at the Battle of Uhud?
How did the Muslim archers' actions affect the Battle of Uhud?
How did the Muslim archers' actions affect the Battle of Uhud?
Why do some consider the Battle of Uhud a defeat for the Muslims?
Why do some consider the Battle of Uhud a defeat for the Muslims?
What strategic goal did Abu Sufyan fail to achieve at the Battle of Uhud?
What strategic goal did Abu Sufyan fail to achieve at the Battle of Uhud?
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How did the Muslims' desire for spoils of war relate to their defeat at Uhud?
How did the Muslims' desire for spoils of war relate to their defeat at Uhud?
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What event followed the Battle of Uhud in March 627?
What event followed the Battle of Uhud in March 627?
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What strategic dilemma did the defeat at Badr place the Meccans in?
What strategic dilemma did the defeat at Badr place the Meccans in?
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What was Abū Sufyān's preference as a response to the Muslim capture of the caravan?
What was Abū Sufyān's preference as a response to the Muslim capture of the caravan?
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Where did the Meccans and their allied tribesmen set up camp before the Battle of Uhud?
Where did the Meccans and their allied tribesmen set up camp before the Battle of Uhud?
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Who favored engaging the enemy in the open rather than remaining in the strongholds of Medina?
Who favored engaging the enemy in the open rather than remaining in the strongholds of Medina?
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What act led to certain individuals being called 'hypocrites' (munāfiqūn) in the passage of the Qur’ān (3:160-62) mentioned?
What act led to certain individuals being called 'hypocrites' (munāfiqūn) in the passage of the Qur’ān (3:160-62) mentioned?
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What decision did 'Abd Allāh ibn Ubayy and his men make before the Battle of Uhud began?
What decision did 'Abd Allāh ibn Ubayy and his men make before the Battle of Uhud began?
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What were the four choices given to the Meccans after they were deemed to have broken the truce?
What were the four choices given to the Meccans after they were deemed to have broken the truce?
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What strategic goal did Abu Sufyan likely aim to achieve by negotiating with Muhammad before the Conquest of Mecca?
What strategic goal did Abu Sufyan likely aim to achieve by negotiating with Muhammad before the Conquest of Mecca?
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What promise did Muhammad make to the Meccans in return for their surrender?
What promise did Muhammad make to the Meccans in return for their surrender?
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What event followed the Conquest of Mecca that led tribes from across the Arabian Peninsula to seek an alliance with Muhammad?
What event followed the Conquest of Mecca that led tribes from across the Arabian Peninsula to seek an alliance with Muhammad?
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Which practice was forbidden after the Muslims conquered Mecca?
Which practice was forbidden after the Muslims conquered Mecca?
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What event marked the establishment of the Islamic pattern and form of the pilgrimage rites?
What event marked the establishment of the Islamic pattern and form of the pilgrimage rites?
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Study Notes
Battle of Uhud
- The Muslim defeat at the Battle of Uhud was led by the breach of discipline by the Muslim archers who disobeyed Prophet Muhammad's orders to remain in their positions.
- The Muslim archers' actions affected the Battle of Uhud by leaving the Muslim flank exposed, allowing the Meccan cavalry to attack and gain the upper hand.
- The Battle of Uhud is considered a defeat for the Muslims because, despite being victorious initially, they ultimately lost due to the breach of discipline.
Strategic Dilemma and Response
- The defeat at Badr placed the Meccans in a strategic dilemma, forcing them to choose between responding aggressively or remaining on the defensive.
- Abū Sufyān preferred to respond aggressively by raiding and plundering, rather than remaining in the strongholds of Medina.
- The Meccans and their allied tribesmen set up camp at the foot of Mount Uhud before the battle.
Military Strategy and Decisions
- Prophet Muhammad favored engaging the enemy in the open rather than remaining in the strongholds of Medina.
- 'Abd Allāh ibn Ubayy and his men decided to withdraw from the battle before it began, which led to them being called 'hypocrites' (munāfiqūn) in the Quran (3:160-62).
Consequences and Aftermath
- After the Battle of Uhud, the Meccans were deemed to have broken the truce and were given four choices: to surrender, to evacuate, to pay a tribute, or to fight.
- Abu Sufyan likely aimed to achieve a strategic alliance with Muhammad by negotiating with him before the Conquest of Mecca.
- Muhammad promised the Meccans amnesty in return for their surrender.
- The Conquest of Mecca led to tribes from across the Arabian Peninsula seeking an alliance with Muhammad.
- The practice of idolatry was forbidden after the Muslims conquered Mecca.
- The event that marked the establishment of the Islamic pattern and form of the pilgrimage rites was the Muslims' conquest of Mecca.
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Explore the events surrounding the Battle of Uhud which took place in November 624. Learn about the strategic decisions made by the Meccans and the subsequent conflict with the Muslim forces led by Zayd ibn Hāritha.
