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A Brief History of our Prophet Muhammad (SAW) Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was born in Makkah around 570 CE, into the noble Quraysh tribe, from the family of Banu Hashim. His father, Abdullah, died before his birth, and his mother, Aminah, passed away when he was still a child. He was subsequently cared for by his grandfather, Abdul-Muttalib, and later his uncle, Abu Talib. As a young man, Muhammad (SAW) became known for his honesty, trustworthiness, and excellent character, earning the title Al-Amin (the Trustworthy). At the age of 25, he married Khadijah bint Khuwaylid (RA). At the age of 40, while worshipping in the Cave of Hira near Makkah, he received his first revelation through Angel Jibril (Gabriel). The first verses revealed were from Surah Al-‘Alaq (96:1–5): “Read in the name of your Lord who created…” He then spent approximately 13 years in Makkah calling people to worship Allah alone, abandon idolatry, and uphold justice, mercy, honesty, and good character. He and his followers faced severe persecution. In 622 CE, the Prophet (SAW) and his companions migrated from Makkah to Madinah. This migration, known as the Hijrah, marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar. In Madinah, he established a community based on faith, justice, mutual responsibility, and peaceful coexistence. Over the following years, the Muslim community faced several major conflicts, including Badr, Uhud, and the Battle of the Trench. Eventually, the Prophet (SAW) returned to Makkah in 630 CE, where the city was peacefully brought under Muslim rule and the idols around the Ka’bah were removed. In 632 CE, Prophet Muhammad (SAW) performed his Farewell Pilgrimage and delivered his famous Farewell Sermon, emphasising the sanctity of life and property, justice, the rights and dignity of women, equality among people, and adherence to the Qur’an and his guidance. Shortly afterward, the Prophet (SAW) passed away in Madinah at the age of 63. He was buried in the chamber of his wife Aishah (RA), adjacent to the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah. His life will forever remain a model of faith, patience, mercy, courage, leadership, justice, forgiveness, and devotion to Allah. The Qur’an describes him as “an excellent example” for those who hope in Allah and the Last Day (Qur’an 33:21). May Allah’s peace and blessings be upon Prophet Muhammad (SAW), his family, his companions, and all who follow his path. Ameen.