Battle of Buwayb (635AD) Flashcards
(11 cards)
In what year was the Battle of Buwayb fought?
The Battle of Buwayb was fought in the year 635 AD.
What happened to thousands of Persian soldiers during the Battle of Buwayb?
During the Battle of Buwayb, thousands of Persians drowned while many others died in large numbers.
Who was the Persian commander at the Battle of Buwayb, and what happened to him?
The Persian commander at the Battle of Buwayb was Mehran, who was killed by the Muslim army.
Who led the Muslim army at the Battle of Buwayb?
The Muslim army at the Battle of Buwayb was led by Musana ibn Haris.
What action did Caliph Umar take after the Battle of Buwayb?
After the Battle of Buwayb, Caliph Umar called a meeting of all the Arab nobles for consultation.
Who did Umar appoint to lead the Muslim army towards Persia after Buwayb?
Caliph Umar appointed Sa’ad ibn Abi Waqqas to lead an army of 20,000 towards Persia.
Who commanded the Persian army that opposed Sa’ad ibn Abi Waqqas?
The Persian army opposing Sa’ad ibn Abi Waqqas was commanded by General Rustam, who led 50,000 seasoned soldiers.
Who led the Muslim peace mission to Rustam before the battle?
Musana ibn Haris led the Muslim peace mission to Rustam before the battle
To whom did Rustam send the Arab peace delegation?
Rustam sent the Arab peace delegation to Emperor Yazdegerd III.
How did Emperor Yazdegerd receive the Muslim delegation?
Emperor Yazdegerd III received the Muslim delegation with great pomp and offered to pay them a rich bounty if they returned to their homeland.
What were the three choices Musana ibn Haris offered to Emperor Yazdegerd?
Musana ibn Haris offered Emperor Yazdegerd three choices:
- accept Islam
- pay jizya, or face war.
