Life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
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Explore the Prophetic mission from the first revelation to the final years through a searchable timeline of revelation, da‘wah, migration, community, treaties, battles, sermons, and major milestones.
610 CE
Revelation
Cave of HiraFirst Revelation
بدء الوحي
The beginning of revelation and the prophetic mission.
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The first revelation came to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in the Cave of Hira. The opening verses traditionally associated with this event are from Surah Al-‘Alaq.
Lessons
Seeking knowledge, sincerity, courage, and reliance upon Allah.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Jibril عليه السلام; Khadijah رضي الله عنها
Qur’an references
96:1-5
Hadith references
Sahih al-Bukhari, Book of Revelation
610 CE
Da‘wah
MakkahEarly Private Da‘wah
الدعوة السرية
The earliest stage of calling close family and trusted companions to Islam.
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The first believers accepted Islam during the early private phase of the mission.
Lessons
Wisdom, patience, gradual teaching, and strong personal example.
People connected to this event
Khadijah; Abu Bakr; Ali; Zayd ibn Harithah
613 CE
Da‘wah
MakkahPublic Call in Makkah
الدعوة الجهرية
The message began to be proclaimed publicly.
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The public call brought increased opposition and persecution from Quraysh.
Lessons
Courage, clarity, patience, and perseverance.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Quraysh
615 CE
Migration
AbyssiniaMigration to Abyssinia
الهجرة إلى الحبشة
A group of Muslims migrated to seek safety under a just ruler.
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The migrants found protection under the Negus.
Lessons
Seeking safety, justice, and religious freedom.
People connected to this event
The Negus; Muslim emigrants
617 CE
Da‘wah
MakkahBoycott of Banu Hashim
حصار بني هاشم
A severe social and economic boycott was imposed.
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The boycott caused great hardship for the Prophet ﷺ, his family, and supporters.
Lessons
Patience, solidarity, and loyalty during hardship.
People connected to this event
Banu Hashim; Quraysh
619 CE
Family
MakkahYear of Sorrow
عام الحزن
The deaths of Khadijah and Abu Talib brought profound personal loss.
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The Prophet ﷺ lost his beloved wife Khadijah and his uncle Abu Talib within a difficult period.
Lessons
Faith through grief, gratitude, and continued service.
People connected to this event
Khadijah; Abu Talib
620 CE
Da‘wah
Ta’ifJourney to Ta’if
رحلة الطائف
The Prophet ﷺ traveled to Ta’if seeking support for the message.
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He faced rejection and harm but continued with mercy and hope.
Lessons
Mercy, endurance, and refusal to answer harm with vengeance.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
621 CE
Revelation
Makkah and JerusalemIsra and Mi‘raj
الإسراء والمعراج
The Night Journey and Ascension.
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The Prophet ﷺ was taken by night from al-Masjid al-Haram to al-Masjid al-Aqsa and then ascended. The five daily prayers are traditionally connected with this event.
Lessons
The centrality of prayer, hope after hardship, and the unity of prophetic revelation.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Jibril عليه السلام
621 CE
Treaties
AqabahFirst Pledge of Aqabah
بيعة العقبة الأولى
A group from Yathrib pledged support for Islam.
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The pledge prepared the way for the growth of Islam in Yathrib.
Lessons
Trust, commitment, and preparation for community building.
People connected to this event
Early Muslims of Yathrib
622 CE
Treaties
AqabahSecond Pledge of Aqabah
بيعة العقبة الثانية
Support and protection were pledged before the Hijrah.
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The second pledge created the conditions for migration to Madinah.
Lessons
Collective responsibility and protection of the community.
People connected to this event
Ansar; Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
622 CE
1 AH
Migration
Makkah to MadinahHijrah to Madinah
الهجرة إلى المدينة
The migration from Makkah to Madinah.
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The Hijrah marked the beginning of a new Muslim community and later became the basis of the Hijri calendar.
Lessons
Planning, trust in Allah, sacrifice, and community renewal.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Abu Bakr رضي الله عنه
622 CE
1 AH
Community
MadinahBuilding Masjid an-Nabawi
بناء المسجد النبوي
The mosque became the center of worship, learning, consultation, and community life.
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Masjid an-Nabawi was established after the Hijrah.
Lessons
The mosque as the spiritual and civic center of the community.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Muhajirun; Ansar
622 CE
1 AH
Community
MadinahBrotherhood of Muhajirun and Ansar
المؤاخاة بين المهاجرين والأنصار
Bonds of support were established between emigrants and helpers.
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The new community was strengthened through mutual assistance and brotherhood.
Lessons
Generosity, solidarity, and social responsibility.
People connected to this event
Muhajirun; Ansar
622 CE
1 AH
Treaties
MadinahConstitution of Madinah
صحيفة المدينة
A framework for community relations and mutual obligations.
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The document regulated relationships among groups in Madinah and established collective responsibilities.
Lessons
Justice, agreements, plural community relations, and public order.
People connected to this event
People of Madinah
624 CE
2 AH
Battles and Campaigns
BadrBattle of Badr
غزوة بدر
A major early battle and turning point for the Muslim community.
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The Muslims faced a larger Quraysh force at Badr.
Lessons
Faith, discipline, consultation, and reliance upon Allah.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Companions
Qur’an references
8:1-19
Hadith references
Sahih al-Bukhari; Sahih Muslim
625 CE
3 AH
Battles and Campaigns
UhudBattle of Uhud
غزوة أحد
A major battle near Madinah that brought important lessons.
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The battle included an early advantage followed by a reversal after some archers left their assigned position.
Lessons
Obedience, discipline, resilience, and learning from mistakes.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Companions
Qur’an references
3:121-180
627 CE
5 AH
Battles and Campaigns
MadinahBattle of the Trench
غزوة الخندق
Madinah was defended through a trench strategy.
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The confederate forces were prevented from entering Madinah.
Lessons
Consultation, innovation, patience, and collective defense.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Salman al-Farisi; Companions
Qur’an references
33:9-27
628 CE
6 AH
Treaties
HudaybiyyahTreaty of Hudaybiyyah
صلح الحديبية
A peace agreement between the Muslims and Quraysh.
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Although some terms appeared difficult, the treaty opened the way for wider communication and growth.
Lessons
Long-term vision, restraint, diplomacy, and trust.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Quraysh
Qur’an references
48:1-29
628 CE
7 AH
Battles and Campaigns
KhaybarKhaybar Campaign
غزوة خيبر
A major campaign north of Madinah.
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The campaign ended with Muslim control and negotiated arrangements.
Lessons
Preparation, leadership, and responsibility after victory.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Companions
629 CE
7 AH
Migration
Makkah‘Umrah al-Qada
عمرة القضاء
The Muslims returned to Makkah to perform ‘Umrah under the treaty terms.
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The pilgrimage demonstrated discipline and fulfillment of agreements.
Lessons
Keeping agreements, dignity, and worship.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Companions
629 CE
8 AH
Battles and Campaigns
Mu’tahBattle of Mu’tah
غزوة مؤتة
A major expedition north of Arabia.
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Several appointed commanders were martyred before Khalid ibn al-Walid led an organized withdrawal.
Lessons
Leadership succession, courage, and strategic judgment.
People connected to this event
Zayd ibn Harithah; Ja‘far ibn Abi Talib; Abdullah ibn Rawahah; Khalid ibn al-Walid
630 CE
8 AH
Battles and Campaigns
MakkahConquest of Makkah
فتح مكة
Makkah came under Muslim authority with broad amnesty.
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The Prophet ﷺ entered Makkah with humility and removed idols from the Ka‘bah.
Lessons
Mercy in victory, humility, forgiveness, and restoration of worship.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Quraysh
Qur’an references
110:1-3
630 CE
8 AH
Battles and Campaigns
HunaynBattle of Hunayn
غزوة حنين
A battle following the conquest of Makkah.
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The Muslims recovered after an initial setback.
Lessons
Avoiding overconfidence, steadfastness, and gratitude.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Companions
Qur’an references
9:25-27
630 CE
8 AH
Battles and Campaigns
Ta’ifSiege of Ta’if
حصار الطائف
A campaign following Hunayn.
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The siege ended without immediate conquest, and the people later entered Islam.
Lessons
Patience, restraint, and leaving room for future reconciliation.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Companions
631 CE
9 AH
Battles and Campaigns
TabukExpedition of Tabuk
غزوة تبوك
A major northern expedition during a difficult season.
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The army traveled under severe conditions, though no major battle occurred.
Lessons
Sacrifice, readiness, honesty, and commitment.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Companions
Qur’an references
9:38-129
631 CE
9 AH
Community
MadinahYear of Delegations
عام الوفود
Delegations from across Arabia came to Madinah.
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Many tribes entered into relations with the Muslim community and accepted Islam.
Lessons
Education, diplomacy, and welcoming new communities.
People connected to this event
Arab delegations; Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
632 CE
10 AH
Final Years
Makkah and ‘ArafahFarewell Hajj
حجة الوداع
The final pilgrimage of the Prophet ﷺ.
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A large community accompanied the Prophet ﷺ in the pilgrimage rites.
Lessons
Unity, worship, equality, and fulfillment of responsibilities.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Companions
632 CE
10 AH
Sermons
‘ArafahFarewell Sermon
خطبة الوداع
A major sermon emphasizing sacred rights and responsibilities.
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The sermon addressed life, property, trust, family responsibilities, justice, and human equality.
Lessons
Justice, dignity, accountability, and brotherhood.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
632 CE
11 AH
Final Years
MadinahPassing of the Prophet ﷺ
وفاة النبي ﷺ
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ passed away in Madinah.
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The Muslim community faced profound grief and entered a new period of leadership and responsibility.
Lessons
Faith is devoted to Allah; communities must continue with knowledge, unity, and responsibility.
People connected to this event
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ; Aishah رضي الله عنها; Abu Bakr رضي الله عنه