Muhammad

محمد

Seal of the Prophets (Khatam an-Nabiyyin)

Ulul AzmMessengerMentioned 4x in Quran

Era

570-632 CE

Location

Makkah and Madinah, Arabia

Nation

All of humanity

Age

63 years

Miracle

The Quran (greatest), Night Journey, splitting moon, and more

The Story

Muhammad ﷺ (peace and blessings be upon him) is the final prophet and messenger of Allah, sent as a mercy to all of mankind. He was born in Makkah in 570 CE to the noble Quraysh tribe, a descendant of Prophet Ibrahim through Ismail.

Orphaned at a young age, he was known for his honesty and trustworthiness, earning the title "Al-Amin" (the Trustworthy). At age 40, while meditating in Cave Hira, the angel Jibril came to him with the first revelation of the Quran.

For 23 years, he received revelation and called people to Islam. He faced severe persecution in Makkah but remained steadfast. In 622 CE, he migrated to Madinah (the Hijrah), establishing the first Muslim community and state.

He united Arabia under Islam, abolished idol worship, and established justice and equality. His character was the Quran personified - he was merciful, just, humble, and forgiving. He is described in the Quran as having the best of character.

He ﷺ passed away in 632 CE in Madinah, having completed his mission. He left behind the Quran and his Sunnah (teachings and practices) as guidance for all humanity until the Day of Judgment. He is the most influential person in human history.

Key Events

Birth (570 CE)

Born in Makkah, Year of the Elephant

First Revelation (610 CE)

Received Quran in Cave Hira

Public Preaching

Called Makkans to Islam

Hijrah (622 CE)

Migrated to Madinah

Establishing Islam

Built mosque, constitution, community

Conquest of Makkah (630 CE)

Peaceful entry, idols destroyed

Farewell Pilgrimage (632 CE)

Final Hajj and sermon

Passing (632 CE)

Died in Madinah, mission complete

Lessons from Muhammad's Life

The message of all prophets was the same: worship Allah alone

Patience and perseverance lead to success

Character is more important than lineage

Mercy should define our dealings

Islam is a complete way of life

Quran References

Seal of the Prophets

“Seal of the Prophets”

— Surah Al-Ahzab•Ayah 40

Mercy to all the worlds

“Mercy to all the worlds”

— Surah Al-Anbiya•Ayah 107

Of outstanding character

“Of outstanding character”

— Surah Al-Qalam•Ayah 4

Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah

“Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah”

— Surah Al-Fath•Ayah 29

Prophetic Lineage

Father/Ancestor

Ismail

إسماعيل

Muhammad

محمد

The Story

Key Events

Birth (570 CE)

Born in Makkah, Year of the Elephant

First Revelation (610 CE)

Received Quran in Cave Hira

Public Preaching

Called Makkans to Islam

Hijrah (622 CE)

Migrated to Madinah

Establishing Islam

Built mosque, constitution, community

Conquest of Makkah (630 CE)

Peaceful entry, idols destroyed

Farewell Pilgrimage (632 CE)

Final Hajj and sermon

Passing (632 CE)

Died in Madinah, mission complete

Quran References

Seal of the Prophets

“Seal of the Prophets”

— Surah Al-Ahzab•Ayah 40

Mercy to all the worlds

“Mercy to all the worlds”

— Surah Al-Anbiya•Ayah 107

Of outstanding character

“Of outstanding character”

— Surah Al-Qalam•Ayah 4

Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah

“Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah”

— Surah Al-Fath•Ayah 29

The Story

Key Events

Birth (570 CE)

Born in Makkah, Year of the Elephant

First Revelation (610 CE)

Received Quran in Cave Hira

Public Preaching

Called Makkans to Islam

Hijrah (622 CE)

Migrated to Madinah

Establishing Islam

Built mosque, constitution, community

Conquest of Makkah (630 CE)

Peaceful entry, idols destroyed

Farewell Pilgrimage (632 CE)

Final Hajj and sermon

Passing (632 CE)

Died in Madinah, mission complete

Quran References

Seal of the Prophets

“Seal of the Prophets”

— Surah Al-Ahzab•Ayah 40

Mercy to all the worlds

“Mercy to all the worlds”

— Surah Al-Anbiya•Ayah 107

Of outstanding character

“Of outstanding character”

— Surah Al-Qalam•Ayah 4

Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah

“Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah”

— Surah Al-Fath•Ayah 29

The Story

Key Events

Birth (570 CE)

Born in Makkah, Year of the Elephant

First Revelation (610 CE)

Received Quran in Cave Hira

Public Preaching

Called Makkans to Islam

Hijrah (622 CE)

Migrated to Madinah

Establishing Islam

Built mosque, constitution, community

Conquest of Makkah (630 CE)

Peaceful entry, idols destroyed

Farewell Pilgrimage (632 CE)

Final Hajj and sermon

Passing (632 CE)

Died in Madinah, mission complete

Quran References

Seal of the Prophets

“Seal of the Prophets”

— Surah Al-Ahzab•Ayah 40

Mercy to all the worlds

“Mercy to all the worlds”

— Surah Al-Anbiya•Ayah 107

Of outstanding character

“Of outstanding character”

— Surah Al-Qalam•Ayah 4

Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah

“Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah”

— Surah Al-Fath•Ayah 29