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The muslims were heading towards makkah to the city of ---------
Ta'if
Describe ta'if
It was 50 miles under Makkah. It was the home of thaqeef, a clan of the tribe of Hawazin, a mighty Arabian tribe that resided south of makkah.
Describe the people of Hawazin.
They were strong group of idol worshippers. They hated he Muslims. When the prophet had visited their city before, they disbelieved in him and threw rocks at hi
What happened after the prophet was hurt by the people of Al-Ta'ef?
The angles came to ask if they should destroy those people, the prophet replied " no, I pray to god that he will guide them and their children to the true faith
How big was the hawazin army combined?
20,000 men
What day did the Muslim army set out to meet their enemy?
Tenth of shawwal in the 8th yr of hijrah
How big was the Muslim army? From which areas?
Many quraysh had joined the Muslims so they had 12,000 soliders. 10,000 were from Madinah and 2,000 were from makkah
How did the Muslims feel about their army?
They were over confident because of their great numbers
What was unique about the Muslim army in the battle of Hunayn?
It was the largest Muslim army to be assembled also disbelievers joined the army as well.
Who were the hawazin led by? Describe him.
A 30 yr old named Malik ibn awf. He was brave and smart, but didn't take anyone's advice seriously.
What did Malik order the women and the children to do? Why?
To follow the rear of the army. He thought that if the family members of the army men were cheering for them, the men would fight more courageously.
There was a old man who gave Malik an advice. What was his name and his advice?
His name was Durayd, he told Malik that a scared man runs away and nothing could stop him. This way everyone will be in danger including women and kids.
Malik sent three men to check on the Muslims' army. How was the men's reaction when they saw the muslims?
he Muslims looked like angels all in their white clothing. It reminded them of the battle of Badr when the Muslims fought with the quraysh
What did Malik's men say and what did malik reply?
They warned Malik not to fight with the Muslims, and malik locked them up in jail
How did Malik organize his army?
He prepared a surprise attack by hiding his army behind a Mountain. He was overconfident.
When did the Muslims arrive at the valley of Hunayn?
The 10 of shawwal on the 8th year of hijra during fajr
