السيرة النبوية
The Life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
From the Year of the Elephant to the Farewell Sermon — A comprehensive journey through 63 years of the most influential life in human history.
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Events
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Wives
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Children
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Years of Prophethood
From the Year of the Elephant to the Farewell Sermon — A comprehensive journey through 63 years of the most influential life in human history.
From the Year of the Elephant to the Farewell Sermon — A comprehensive journey through 63 years of the most influential life in human history.
112 events from 570 CE to 632 CE
Showing 15 of 112 events
Abrahah, the Abyssinian ruler of Yemen, marched on Makkah with an army including elephants to destroy the Ka'bah. Allah sent flocks of birds carrying stones of baked clay, destroying the army and protecting His Sacred House. This miraculous event marked the year of the Prophet's ﷺ birth.
Muhammad ﷺ was born in Makkah on Monday, the 12th of Rabi al-Awwal, in the Year of the Elephant. His father Abdullah had passed away before his birth, leaving him in the care of his mother Aminah. His birth brought light to the world, as numerous signs and wonders were reported at the time of his blessed arrival.
Following Arab custom, the infant Muhammad ﷺ was given to Halimah as-Sa'diyah of the Banu Sa'd tribe to be nursed in the desert. Halimah and her family experienced extraordinary blessings and prosperity during the time he was in their care, with their livestock thriving and their land becoming fertile.
While Muhammad ﷺ was with his foster family, two angels came and opened his chest, removed his heart, and extracted a dark clot (the portion of Satan). They then washed his heart with Zamzam water and returned it, purifying him for his future prophetic mission. This miraculous event protected him from evil throughout his life.
After the miraculous chest-opening incident, Halimah returned Muhammad ﷺ to his mother Aminah out of fear for his safety, though she had grown to love him dearly. The years with his foster family had blessed them with abundance, and they parted with great sadness.
Muhammad's ﷺ mother Aminah passed away at Abwa while returning from a visit to her relatives in Yathrib (later Medina). At just six years old, Muhammad ﷺ became an orphan, having never known his father and now losing his beloved mother. This early loss shaped his compassion for orphans throughout his life.
After his mother's death, Muhammad ﷺ was taken into the care of his grandfather Abdul-Muttalib, the chief of Banu Hashim and one of Makkah's most respected leaders. Abdul-Muttalib showed extraordinary affection for his grandson, often preferring his company over his own sons and recognizing his special nature.
When Muhammad ﷺ was eight years old, his beloved grandfather Abdul-Muttalib passed away at the age of 82. On his deathbed, Abdul-Muttalib entrusted Muhammad ﷺ to the care of his son Abu Talib, the Prophet's uncle. This marked another profound loss in the young orphan's life.
Abu Talib became the guardian of his orphaned nephew Muhammad ﷺ. Despite Abu Talib's modest means and large family, he treated Muhammad ﷺ with great love and care, often placing him above his own children. This bond would prove crucial in later years when Abu Talib defended his nephew against persecution.
At age twelve, Muhammad ﷺ accompanied his uncle Abu Talib on a trade caravan to Syria. This journey exposed him to international commerce and different cultures, developing skills that would later serve him as a trusted merchant. The journey was also marked by a significant encounter with a Christian monk.
During the Syrian journey, the caravan stopped at Busra where they met Bahira, a learned Christian monk. Bahira recognized the signs of prophethood in the young Muhammad ﷺ from descriptions in ancient scriptures. He warned Abu Talib to guard his nephew carefully and predicted his future greatness, advising them to return to Makkah quickly.
Muhammad ﷺ participated in Hilf al-Fudul (Alliance of the Virtuous), a pact formed by Makkan tribes to protect the rights of the weak and oppressed and ensure justice in trade. Later as a Prophet, he praised this alliance, saying "I witnessed a pact of justice... I would not exchange my participation in it for a herd of red camels."
Throughout his youth, Muhammad ﷺ earned the titles "Al-Amin" (The Trustworthy) and "As-Sadiq" (The Truthful) due to his impeccable honesty, integrity, and moral character. Even those who later opposed his message never questioned his truthfulness. People entrusted him with their valuables and sought his judgment in disputes.
Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, a noble and wealthy merchant widow, hired Muhammad ﷺ to lead her trade caravan to Syria. Impressed by reports of his exceptional honesty, business acumen, and noble character from her servant Maysarah, Khadijah recognized his unique qualities and sent a marriage proposal through a friend.
Muhammad ﷺ married Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, who was 40 years old while he was 25. Their marriage was blessed with deep love, mutual respect, and unwavering support. Khadijah would become his greatest supporter, the first person to believe in his prophethood, and the mother of all his children except Ibrahim. He remained devoted to her memory even after her death.
112 events from 570 CE to 632 CE
Showing 15 of 112 events
Abrahah, the Abyssinian ruler of Yemen, marched on Makkah with an army including elephants to destroy the Ka'bah. Allah sent flocks of birds carrying stones of baked clay, destroying the army and protecting His Sacred House. This miraculous event marked the year of the Prophet's ﷺ birth.
Muhammad ﷺ was born in Makkah on Monday, the 12th of Rabi al-Awwal, in the Year of the Elephant. His father Abdullah had passed away before his birth, leaving him in the care of his mother Aminah. His birth brought light to the world, as numerous signs and wonders were reported at the time of his blessed arrival.
Following Arab custom, the infant Muhammad ﷺ was given to Halimah as-Sa'diyah of the Banu Sa'd tribe to be nursed in the desert. Halimah and her family experienced extraordinary blessings and prosperity during the time he was in their care, with their livestock thriving and their land becoming fertile.
While Muhammad ﷺ was with his foster family, two angels came and opened his chest, removed his heart, and extracted a dark clot (the portion of Satan). They then washed his heart with Zamzam water and returned it, purifying him for his future prophetic mission. This miraculous event protected him from evil throughout his life.
After the miraculous chest-opening incident, Halimah returned Muhammad ﷺ to his mother Aminah out of fear for his safety, though she had grown to love him dearly. The years with his foster family had blessed them with abundance, and they parted with great sadness.
Muhammad's ﷺ mother Aminah passed away at Abwa while returning from a visit to her relatives in Yathrib (later Medina). At just six years old, Muhammad ﷺ became an orphan, having never known his father and now losing his beloved mother. This early loss shaped his compassion for orphans throughout his life.
After his mother's death, Muhammad ﷺ was taken into the care of his grandfather Abdul-Muttalib, the chief of Banu Hashim and one of Makkah's most respected leaders. Abdul-Muttalib showed extraordinary affection for his grandson, often preferring his company over his own sons and recognizing his special nature.
When Muhammad ﷺ was eight years old, his beloved grandfather Abdul-Muttalib passed away at the age of 82. On his deathbed, Abdul-Muttalib entrusted Muhammad ﷺ to the care of his son Abu Talib, the Prophet's uncle. This marked another profound loss in the young orphan's life.
Abu Talib became the guardian of his orphaned nephew Muhammad ﷺ. Despite Abu Talib's modest means and large family, he treated Muhammad ﷺ with great love and care, often placing him above his own children. This bond would prove crucial in later years when Abu Talib defended his nephew against persecution.
At age twelve, Muhammad ﷺ accompanied his uncle Abu Talib on a trade caravan to Syria. This journey exposed him to international commerce and different cultures, developing skills that would later serve him as a trusted merchant. The journey was also marked by a significant encounter with a Christian monk.
During the Syrian journey, the caravan stopped at Busra where they met Bahira, a learned Christian monk. Bahira recognized the signs of prophethood in the young Muhammad ﷺ from descriptions in ancient scriptures. He warned Abu Talib to guard his nephew carefully and predicted his future greatness, advising them to return to Makkah quickly.
Muhammad ﷺ participated in Hilf al-Fudul (Alliance of the Virtuous), a pact formed by Makkan tribes to protect the rights of the weak and oppressed and ensure justice in trade. Later as a Prophet, he praised this alliance, saying "I witnessed a pact of justice... I would not exchange my participation in it for a herd of red camels."
Throughout his youth, Muhammad ﷺ earned the titles "Al-Amin" (The Trustworthy) and "As-Sadiq" (The Truthful) due to his impeccable honesty, integrity, and moral character. Even those who later opposed his message never questioned his truthfulness. People entrusted him with their valuables and sought his judgment in disputes.
Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, a noble and wealthy merchant widow, hired Muhammad ﷺ to lead her trade caravan to Syria. Impressed by reports of his exceptional honesty, business acumen, and noble character from her servant Maysarah, Khadijah recognized his unique qualities and sent a marriage proposal through a friend.
Muhammad ﷺ married Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, who was 40 years old while he was 25. Their marriage was blessed with deep love, mutual respect, and unwavering support. Khadijah would become his greatest supporter, the first person to believe in his prophethood, and the mother of all his children except Ibrahim. He remained devoted to her memory even after her death.