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That is when those who acknowledge were truly tested; they were severely shaken up.

The hypocrites and those who have a sickness in their hearts said, "God and His messenger promised us nothing but illusions!"

A group of them said, "O people of Yathrib, you cannot make a stand; therefore, retreat." A small party of them sought permission from the prophet, saying: "Our homes are exposed," while they were not exposed. They just wanted to flee.

If the enemy had entered at them from all sides, and then they were asked to betray, they would do so with very little hesitation.

Indeed they had pledged to God before this that they would not turn around and flee. Making a pledge to God brings great responsibility.