Who were the 'Ashab al-Ukhdud' referred to in Islamic history?

Explanation

'Ashab al-Ukhdud' literally means 'People of the Trench.' They are mentioned in Surah Al-Buruj (85:4-8), where a tyrannical king dug trenches filled with fire and cast believers into them for refusing to abandon their faith in Allah. The Quran condemns this act and promises severe punishment for the perpetrators while honoring the martyred believers.

Good to know

The story of Ashab al-Ukhdud is referenced in Surah Al-Buruj (Chapter 85) of the Holy Quran. According to Islamic tradition, this incident occurred in Najran (present-day Saudi Arabia) where a Jewish king named Dhu Nuwas persecuted Christians who believed in one God. The event serves as a powerful lesson about steadfastness in faith and the consequences of religious persecution.

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