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What city was Muhammad born in?
What city was Muhammad born in?
Mecca
What was Muhammad doing when he had his first vision?
What was Muhammad doing when he had his first vision?
Meditating
What was the name of the angel that Muhammad saw in his vision?
What was the name of the angel that Muhammad saw in his vision?
Jibril or Gabriel
What did the angel command Muhammad to do in his vision?
What did the angel command Muhammad to do in his vision?
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What was the name of Muhammad's wife?
What was the name of Muhammad's wife?
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Why was Muhammad unhappy with the people of Mecca?
Why was Muhammad unhappy with the people of Mecca?
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What is the name of the holy book of Islam that Muslims believe was conveyed to Muhammad?
What is the name of the holy book of Islam that Muslims believe was conveyed to Muhammad?
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Why did Muhammad leave Mecca for Medina?
Why did Muhammad leave Mecca for Medina?
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Study Notes
Muhammad's Early Life
- Born in Mecca (modern-day Saudi Arabia) around 570 CE.
- Father died before birth, mother died when he was six.
- Known for honesty and goodness in youth.
- Married Kadijah at 25, leading a prosperous life.
Concerns & Meditation
- Growing concerns about social issues in Mecca (e.g., inequality, gambling, idol worship, & sacrifices).
- Withdrew to meditate in caves outside Mecca.
The Vision & Revelation
- Experienced a vision in a cave on Mount Hira.
- An angel delivered divine messages (the Qur'an).
- Angel instructed Muhammad to "recite," despite illiteracy.
- Muhammad’s fear and Kadijah's belief.
- Began preaching the message to Meccans.
- Negative reception and opposition from most.
Migration to Medina
- Invited to Medina to teach by its people.
- Migration in 622 CE marked a significant turning point (The beginning of Islam).
The Qur'an and Muhammad's Role
- The Qur'an revealed from God to Muhammad from 610 to 632 CE (year of Muhammad's death).
- Muhammad recited and taught the Qur'an to his followers.
- Dedicated followers memorized.
- Verses written down by scribes during Muhammad's life.
- The Qur'an later compiled into a single book after Muhammad's death, which became Holy.
Muhammad's Significance to Islam
- Example of a Muslim life.
- Model servant of Allah.
- Guiding figure on the path of Islam.
- Completion of the message of Allah, being the final prophet.
- Bringing Allah’s message to all people for salvation.
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Description
Explore the early life of Muhammad, his experiences with social issues in Mecca, and the profound revelations he received that led to the birth of Islam. This quiz covers key events including his migration to Medina and the significance of the Qur'an. Test your knowledge on this transformative period in history.
