Muhammad's Life

  • Birth of Muhammad
    570

    Birth of Muhammad

    In 570 AD, Muhammad was given birth to in the city of Mecca. This marked the beginning of an era where Muhammad would grow up and lead the people
  • Orphaned
    575

    Orphaned

    When Muhammad was 5 years old, he lost his parents. Becoming an orphan, he was put under the care of his grandfather, Abdul Al-Muttalib
  • Another Family Loss
    578

    Another Family Loss

    After only staying with his grandfather for a couple years, he was left alone after Abdul's passing. Therefore, he moved on to be cared by his uncle.
  • Marriage
    595

    Marriage

    After staying with his uncle for a few years, Muhammad found a relationship with the widow Khadija (age 40) and married her when he was 25. Together they had 4 daughters and 2 other infants who died at birth.
  • First Revelation
    610

    First Revelation

    In 610, Muhammad had his first revelation. He fasted on Mount Hira and saw an angel, who he thought was Gabriel, that commanded him to recite the Quran.
  • Rejection
    613

    Rejection

    In 613, Muhammad made his beliefs widespread and attempted to teach it to other people. However, he was rejected and fled to Mecca.
  • Deaths of Wife and Uncle
    620

    Deaths of Wife and Uncle

    In 620, Muhammad faced a tough trial. On this year, both his uncle, ho was his last caretaker, and his wife passed away. He was once again left alone.
  • Expansion
    622

    Expansion

    In 622, Muhammad's followers from Medina migrated to a place known as Yathrib. From there they expanded and spread out to other areas.
  • Final Revelation
    632

    Final Revelation

    In 632, not too long before his death, Muhammad had his Final Revelation. This was the last teaching he'd receive before he died.
  • Death of Muhammad
    632

    Death of Muhammad

    In 632, after the final revelation, Muhammad passes in conclusion to his last sermon. He lets Abu Babr lead prayer as he is too weak and eventually passes, being buried where he died.