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The prophet was born in Makkah, Arabia in 571 BCE.
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His first revelation came when he was 40 years old.
True
The prophet faced no opposition after declaring his prophethood.
False
Khadija was the prophet's first wife and they had six children together.
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The first migration to Abyssinia involved a group of 12 men and 4 women.
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The prophet's uncle, Abu Talib, was a strong supporter despite being a non-Muslim.
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The prophet married Sawda bint Zam'a after the death of his wife Khadija.
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He lost both his wife Khadija and uncle Abu Talib in 618 CE.
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The second migration to Abyssinia included 60 men and 15 women.
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The prophet was known for his dishonesty and deceit in his early life.
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Study Notes
Early Life And Upbringing
- Born in Makkah, Arabia in 571 CE
- Father: Abdullah ibn Abd al-Muttalib (died before birth)
- Mother: Aminah bint Wahb
- Grandfather: Abd al-Muttalib (raised him after mother's death)
- Early life marked by poverty and hardship
- Worked as a shepherd in his teenage years
- Known for his honesty and trustworthiness (al-Amin)
Revelation And Prophethood
- First revelation at age 40 through Angel Gabriel (Jibril)
- Received first five verses of Surah Al-Alaq (96:1-5)
- Continued to receive revelations over the next 23 years
- Declared his prophethood publicly after 3 years of secret preaching
- Faced opposition and ridicule from the Quraysh tribe
Persecution And Struggles
- Faced severe persecution, including physical harm and boycotts
- Protected by his uncle Abu Talib, despite being a non-Muslim
- Persecution intensified after Abu Talib's death
- Three-year boycott (617-619 CE) by the Quraysh, causing economic hardship
- Loss of his wife Khadija and uncle Abu Talib in the same year (619 CE)
Migration To Abyssinia
- First migration (Hijra) to Abyssinia (modern-day Ethiopia) in 615 CE
- Group of 12 men and 4 women, including his daughter Ruqayyah
- Seeking refuge from persecution and protection from the Christian king
- King Negus protected the Muslims and refused to hand them over to the Quraysh
- Second migration to Abyssinia in 616 CE with a larger group of 83 men and 18 women
Social And Family Life
- Married to Khadija bint Khuwaylid (555-619 CE) at age 25
- 25-year monogamous marriage, with six children: two sons (Qasim and Abdullah) and four daughters (Zainab, Ruqayyah, Umm Kulthum, and Fatima)
- After Khadija's death, married Sawda bint Zam'a and later Aisha bint Abu Bakr
- Fostered by his uncle Abu Talib, and later took in foster children, including Ali ibn Abi Talib and Zaid ibn Haritha
Early Life And Upbringing
- Born in Makkah, Arabia in 571 CE into a prominent family.
- Father Abdullah ibn Abd al-Muttalib died before his birth; mother Aminah bint Wahb passed away during his childhood.
- Grandfather Abd al-Muttalib became his guardian after his mother’s death, providing care and support.
- Experienced poverty and hardship during his early years which shaped his character.
- Worked as a shepherd during his teenage years, gaining a reputation for honesty and reliability, earning the title of al-Amin (the trustworthy).
Revelation And Prophethood
- Received his first revelation from Angel Gabriel (Jibril) at the age of 40, marking the beginning of his prophetic mission.
- The initial revelation included the first five verses of Surah Al-Alaq (96:1-5).
- Over a span of 23 years, he continued to receive revelations, which guided his teachings and the formation of Islam.
- Publicly announced his prophethood after three years of private preaching, leading to significant opposition from the Quraysh tribe.
Persecution And Struggles
- Endured intense persecution from the Quraysh, including physical assaults and social boycotts.
- Despite being a non-Muslim, his uncle Abu Talib provided critical protection and support.
- The intensity of persecution increased following Abu Talib's death, which deprived him of a major protector.
- The Quraysh imposed a three-year boycott (617-619 CE) that severely affected the Muslim community's economy.
- Suffered personal losses in 619 CE with the deaths of his wife Khadija and uncle Abu Talib.
Migration To Abyssinia
- Undertook the first migration (Hijra) to Abyssinia in 615 CE to escape persecution, along with a small group of followers including his daughter Ruqayyah.
- Sought refuge under the Christian King Negus, who granted them protection and refused to surrender them to the Quraysh.
- A larger second migration occurred in 616 CE, involving 83 men and 18 women, further consolidating the Muslim community in Abyssinia.
Social And Family Life
- Married Khadija bint Khuwaylid at the age of 25; together they shared a 25-year monogamous marriage.
- Had six children: two sons, Qasim and Abdullah, and four daughters: Zainab, Ruqayyah, Umm Kulthum, and Fatima.
- After Khadija's death, married Sawda bint Zam'a and later Aisha bint Abu Bakr, strengthening alliances within the Muslim community.
- Raised by his uncle Abu Talib and later fostered children, including Ali ibn Abi Talib and Zaid ibn Haritha, whom he supported as part of his household.
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This quiz covers the early life and upbringing of Prophet Muhammad, including his birth, family, and childhood. It also touches on his revelation and prophethood.
