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Overview

Prophet Muhammad, born in 570 CE in Makkah, is venerated as the Prophet of Islam and the 'seal of Prophets' by Muslims. His life is marked by significant events that shaped the early history of Islam. This timeline highlights key milestones from his birth to his death, providing a comprehensive overview of his life and the origins of Islam.
Main Milestones
Birth of Prophet Muhammad
570 CE
Prophet Muhammad was born in Makkah. His father, Abdullah, passed away before his birth, and he was raised by his mother, Amina, until her death when he was five years old. He was then cared for by his grandfather, Abdul Muttalib, and later by his uncle, Abu Talib.
Became an Orphan
575 CE
Prophet Muhammad's mother, Amina, passed away. He was raised under the care of his grandfather, Abdul Muttalib, and his uncle, Abu Talib.
Travelled to Syria
582 CE
Prophet Muhammad travelled to Syria with his uncle, Abu Talib, and met a Monk who found signs that young Prophet Muhammad would be a great prophet one day.
Marriage to Khadijah
595 CE
Khadijah, Prophet Muhammad's employer, proposed marriage. Prophet Muhammad married Khadijah when he was 25 years old and Khadijah was nearly 40 years old.
First Revelation
610 CE
Prophet Muhammad received the first revelation of the Quran in the Cave of Hira. This marked the beginning of his prophethood and the foundation of Islam.
Preaching Islam
610-613 CE
Prophet Muhammad started to preach Islam privately for three years, then began to preach publicly in Makkah.
Hijra to Medina
622 CE
Prophet Muhammad and hundreds of followers left Makkah and travelled to Medina. This event marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar (Hijri) and a significant turning point in the history of Islam.
Major Battles
624-627 CE
Prophet Muhammad fought against the Meccans in three major battles: Badr, Uhud, and Khandaq. These battles were crucial in establishing the power and influence of the Muslim community.
Conquest of Makkah
630 CE
Prophet Muhammad led Muslims on a march to Makkah and were joined by tribe after tribe along the way. They entered and conquered Makkah without bloodshed, and the Meccans were pardoned by him.
Death of Prophet Muhammad
632 CE
Prophet Muhammad died in Medina, not clearly naming a successor to lead the Muslim people. This event marked the end of his prophetic mission and the beginning of a new era in Islamic history.