Stories from Early Islam — Page 90
90 who was on horseback, well armed and right in the heart of the Makkan army. No sooner did Abdur-Rahman point out Abu Jahl than the two boys dashed forward into the ranks of the enemy, with the speed of an eagle. The attack was so sudden that everybody was shaken. The soldiers and the guards round Abu Jahl were taken by surprise. They attacked the boys in order to prevent them from going further towards their leader. One of the boys received a blow on his shoulder. His arm was cut and hung loose by his side, yet he continued to fight with one hand. The other boy was also injured, but they did not retreat. They went on and on until they reached Abu Jahl. They pounced upon him with such force that the experienced commander fell to the ground, and was fatally wounded. The two young brave Muslim boys did what surprised even the best among the Muslim fighters. Study Questions 1. Question 3: When was the battle of Badr fought? Your response: ____________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________