Which battle was fought to distinguish between truth and falsehood in Islamic history?

Explanation

The Battle of Badr, fought in 2 AH (624 CE), is referred to in the Quran as "Yawm al-Furqan" (the Day of Criterion/Distinction) because it was the first major military confrontation between the Muslims and the Quraysh of Makkah, and the decisive Muslim victory clearly separated the forces of truth (Islam) from falsehood (disbelief). Allah granted the Muslims a miraculous victory despite being outnumbered and poorly equipped, which established Islam as a formidable power in Arabia.

Good to know

The Battle of Badr took place on the 17th of Ramadan, 2 AH, near the wells of Badr. The Muslim army consisted of only 313 men with 2 horses and 70 camels, while the Quraysh army numbered around 1,000 well-equipped soldiers. The Quran mentions this battle in Surah Al-Anfal (8:41) where Allah refers to it as "Yawm al-Furqan." Key Quraysh leaders including Abu Jahl were killed in this battle, and 70 enemies were taken as prisoners.

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