During Ghazwa-e-Khandaq (the Battle of the Trench), which took place in 627 CE, the city of Madinah was under siege by a coalition of Quraysh and their allies. At that time, several Jewish tribes had historically lived in and around... Read More
During Ghazwa-e-Khandaq (the Battle of the Trench), which took place in 627 CE, the city of Madinah was under siege by a coalition of Quraysh and their allies. At that time, several Jewish tribes had historically lived in and around Madinah, including Banu Quraizah, Banu Nadir, and Banu Qainuqa. However, due to previous conflicts and political developments, most of these tribes had already been expelled or had migrated, leaving only Banu Quraizah residing within Madinah.
Banu Quraizah occupied a strong fortress in the southern part of Madinah and were known for their strategic position and influence. During the siege, the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and the Muslims dug a trench around the city to protect Madinah from the invading army, a tactic suggested by Salman Al-Farisi. The Banu Quraizah, due to previous agreements, were initially expected to remain neutral. However, their potential alliance with the Quraysh threatened the security of the Muslim community.
After the Quraysh coalition retreated due to the ineffective siege and harsh weather conditions, the Prophet (SAW) turned his attention to Banu Quraizah. Their breach of the pact was addressed in accordance with the laws and traditions of that time, demonstrating the seriousness of alliances and treaties in Madinah. The incident underscores the delicate political and social dynamics in early Islamic society and the importance of loyalty and agreements during times of conflict.
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