THE ORIGIN OF ISLAM: REVEALING THE LIFE OF MUHAMMAD LIKE NEVER BEFORE

Summary

This video delves into the life of Muhammad, the founder of Islam, and the origins of the Islamic religion. Born in Mecca around 570 A.D., Muhammad was an orphan raised by relatives and later a merchant. At 40, he began receiving revelations from God through the angel Gabriel, leading to the establishment of Islam. His teachings, compiled in the Quran, form the basis of Islamic belief. Despite initial hostility, Muhammad's followers grew, and he migrated to Medina, marking the Islamic calendar's start. His conquest of Mecca and subsequent death in 632 A.D. left a lasting impact, with most of the Arabian Peninsula converting to Islam.

Takeaways

• 🕋 Muhammad is recognized as the founder of Islam and is considered the last prophet in the Islamic tradition.
• 🌐 He was born in Mecca around 570 A.D., and his father, Abdullah, died a few months before his birth.
• 👶 Muhammad was raised by his grandfather Abdul Madalip and uncle Abu Talib after his parents passed away.
• 🌌 He reportedly received his first revelation from the angel Gabriel at the age of 40 on Mount Hira.
• 📢 In 613 A.D., Muhammad began preaching publicly, emphasizing the oneness of God and the concept of submission to God, which is the essence of Islam.
• 📚 The revelations he received are compiled in the Quran, which Muslims regard as the word of God.
• 🏰 In 622 A.D., Muhammad and his followers migrated to Medina, an event known as the Hijra, which marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar.
• 🔍 Muhammad is believed to be a descendant of Ishmael through his father's lineage, linking him to the ancient Ishmaelite tribes.
• 👥 He had several wives, with Khadija, Sawda, and Aisha being the most well-known.
• 🏙️ After uniting the tribes of Medina and conquering Mecca, Muhammad passed away in 632 A.D., leaving a profound impact on the Arabian Peninsula and beyond.

Q & A

Who is Muhammad and what is his significance?

Muhammad is the founder of Islam, an Arab religious, social, and political leader. He is considered a divinely inspired Prophet who preached monotheistic teachings and is believed to be the Seal of the Prophets in Islam.

What is the meaning of the name 'Islam'?

In Arabic, 'Islam' means 'submission' or 'surrender', reflecting the core concept of submitting to the will of God.