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  1. Sultan Abu Muhammad Qureshi
    Muslim Writer

    Hijrah (Migration) in Islamic History:

    1. Definition of Hijrah: In Islamic history, “Hijrah” refers to the migration of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) from Mecca to Medina. This event took place in the year 622 CE (approximately).
    2. Reason for Hijrah: The migration of the Prophet Muhammad was prompted by the persecution and opposition he and his followers faced in Mecca. The leaders of Mecca were hostile towards the message of Islam, and the Prophet and his followers were subjected to various forms of persecution.
    3. Significance: The Hijrah marks a crucial turning point in Islamic history for several reasons:
      • It marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar, with the first year of the Islamic calendar (Hijri) starting from the date of the Hijrah.
      • It allowed the Prophet Muhammad and the Muslim community to establish a new base in Medina, where they could practice their faith freely.
      • The establishment of the Islamic state in Medina allowed for the development of a comprehensive Islamic society, including the enactment of laws and regulations based on Islamic principles.
      • The Prophet’s migration to Medina led to the spread of Islam, as many people in Medina embraced the faith.
    4. Migration Route: The Prophet Muhammad, accompanied by his close companion Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him), embarked on a journey from Mecca to Medina. They traveled through the desert and sought refuge in a cave called Thawr to avoid persecution from Meccan leaders.
    5. Zamzam Well: During their journey, they reached the area of Makkah’s outskirts, near the Zamzam well. It was during this time that the famous miracle of the Zamzam well occurred, providing them with water.
    6. Safa and Marwah: The story of Hagar’s search for water between the hills of Safa and Marwah is also related to the history of Mecca. Pilgrims to Mecca reenact this event during the Hajj pilgrimage.
    7. Establishment of the Islamic State: In Medina, Prophet Muhammad established the first Islamic state, and the city became the center of Islamic governance, where the Prophet implemented various social, legal, and administrative reforms based on Islamic principles.

    Prophet Ibrahim’s Migration: Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) is known to have undertaken several journeys during his life, including traveling from his birthplace, Ur, in Mesopotamia (present-day Iraq) to various destinations as he spread monotheism. His journey to Canaan (an area in the eastern Mediterranean) is one of the well-known migrations attributed to him. However, this migration is distinct from the concept of “Hijrah” associated with Prophet Muhammad.

    Migration of Prophet Muhammad’s Companions: Several companions of the Prophet Muhammad migrated to Abyssinia (modern-day Ethiopia) to escape persecution in Mecca before the Hijrah to Medina. This migration, known as the “First Hijrah to Abyssinia,” involved a group of Muslims seeking refuge in the Christian kingdom of Abyssinia, where they were granted asylum by the Christian ruler.

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  3. Bushra Batool

    The Prophet Muhammad moved from Mecca to Yathrib (Medina) in response to an invitation in 622 CE in order to flee persecution. Hijrah (Arabic: “Migration” or “Emigration”), also spelt Hejira or Hijra, Latin Hegira. Muhammad negotiated the Medina Constitution with the neighborhood clans after arrival, creating the Muslim community as a social entity for the first time.

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