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Prophet Mohammad
Mohammad was a prophet, ruler, judge, king and preacher in Medina. He conquered Mecca with 10,000 Muslim followers. -
630
Mecca, the holy place
Mohammad declared Mecca to be their holy place and that everyone must pray facing Mecca. All followers must pilgrim to the holy place once in their lifetime, the Hajj. -
632
Mohammad Dies
Mohammad dies shortly after falling ill in 632 and Abu Bakr became the first caliph.