Muhammad's Life

  • 570

    Birth of Muhammad

    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
  • 575

    Orphaned

    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
  • 578

    Another Family Loss

    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.
  • 595

    Marriage

    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.
  • 610

    First Revelation

    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.
  • 613

    Rejection

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

    Deaths of Wife and Uncle

    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.
  • 622

    Expansion

    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.
  • 632

    Final Revelation

    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.
  • 632

    Death of Muhammad

    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.