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570
Birth
He was born in the town of Mecca. Muhammad's father died before his birth so he was raised by his mother. -
575
Death of Muhammad's Mother
Muhammad and his mother traveled to a town north of Mecca. On their way home, Amina became sick and died. -
594
A New Job
After working as a shepherd in his teenage years, Muhammad worked for his cousin Khadija bint Khawalayd. He carried goods for her on a trip north. -
595
Marriage
He then became married to the same woman that he carried the goods for. She was much older than he was. -
610
Muhammad's Divine Meditation
In this year, while meditating Muhammad received his first set of visions. These visions would shape his early teachings. -
613
Muhammad's First Teachings
Muhammad revealed to his tribe the visions he was having. This was the first time that he taught people about his visions, and his words would be turned into the Qur'an at a later date. -
625
Skirmish With the Meccans
Starting in 625 Muhammad and his followers would engage in 3 battles with the Meccans. They won the first fight in this year. -
630
Mecca is Conquered
Muhammad's men destroy the false idols after conquering the Mecca forces. Meanwhile Muhammad recites verses from the Qur'an while commanding his men. -
631
Muhammad's Famous Pilgrimage
In the last years of his life, Muhammad embarks on a final pilgrimage. During this time he delivers his famous speech which causes his followers to go after the Christians. -
632
Death
Muhammad dies beside Aisha.
