Which specific instruction given by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to the archers at Jabal ar-Rum

A) To engage the enemy cavalry only when they attempted to flank the Muslim army.

B) To descend from their position only after receiving a clear signal from the Prophet (PBUH).

C) To guard the rear flank and not leave their positions, regardless of the battle's apparent outcome.

D) To prioritize targeting the enemy's commanders and standard-bearers.

Explanation

The Prophet (PBUH) had strictly instructed the archers to remain at their post on Jabal ar-Rummat (Archer's Hill) to protect the Muslim rear, whether the Muslims were winning or losing. Their premature descent to collect spoils, believing the battle was over, allowed the Quraish cavalry to launch a devastating counter-attack.

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Which specific instruction given by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to the archers at Jabal ar-Rummat (Mount Uhud) was crucial and its disobedience led to a significant setback in the Battle of Uhud?

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