How Islam Began - In Ten Minutes

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Muhammad, a poor orphan who believed in one God named Allah, became a prophet after receiving a message from Allah through the angel Gabriel and led his followers to conquer Mecca, establishing worship of Allah and compiling the Quran.

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  • Muhammad, a poor orphan from Mecca, received a divine message from Allah through the angel Gabriel, leading to the compilation of the Quran and his recognition as a prophet, which sparked significant opposition and persecution.
  • Despite facing adversity and conflict in Mecca, Muhammad's leadership ultimately led to the conquest of the city, where he abolished idol worship, established the worship of the one God, Allah, and solidified the foundation of Islam.

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  • Who is Muhammad?

    Muhammad was a prophet in Islam.

  • What is the Quran?

    The Quran is the holy book of Islam.

  • Where is Mecca located?

    Mecca is an important city in Saudi Arabia.

  • What is the Kaaba?

    The Kaaba is an ancient temple in Mecca.

  • Why did Muhammad face opposition in Mecca?

    Muhammad faced opposition due to his beliefs in one God.

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Muhammad's Journey to Establish Islam in Mecca

  • Mecca, an important city with the Kaaba, an ancient temple, and the birthplace of Muhammad, a poor orphan who believed in one God named Allah.
  • Muhammad, raised by his uncle Abu Khalid, became a businessman and married Khadija, impressed by his honesty, but disliked the idol worship in Mecca.
  • Muhammad received a message from Allah through the angel Gabriel, declaring him a prophet, leading to the compilation of the Quran, the Muslim holy book.
  • Facing opposition in Mecca, Muhammad and his followers faced torture and death, some escaping to Abyssinia, while Muhammad experienced the Night Journey to Jerusalem and Paradise.
  • After facing battles and a peace treaty, Muhammad led his followers to conquer Mecca, destroying idols in the Kaaba and establishing worship of the one unseen God, Allah.
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