Category: Islamic Studies | Last updated: 2026-09-18

The Battle of Khandaq (Trench) is also known by another significant name in Islamic history. What is this alternative name, reflecting the nature of the opposing forces?

A) Ghazwat al-Fath (Battle of Conquest)
B) Ghazwat al-Ahzab (Battle of the Confederates)
C) Ghazwat al-Khaybar (Battle of Khaybar)
D) Ghazwat al-Muraysi (Battle of Banu Mustaliq)

Explanation

The Battle of Khandaq is famously known as Ghazwat al-Ahzab because the Muslims faced a formidable coalition (confederacy) of various tribes, including the Quraish, Ghatafan, and others, who had united to eradicate Islam.

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