The Muslims dug a trench around Medina to protect it. God protected the people of the city, and a strong wind sent the armies away.
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The Battle of the Trench (al-Ahzab)
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Large armies came to attack Medina. Salman al-Farisi (may God be pleased with him) suggested digging a trench to guard the open side of the city. The Muslims were patient and worked together until the armies left, by God's leave, and a strong wind was a sign of God's help.
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