The Early History of Islam

Focus on the Early History of Islam: A Refreshing Look at the Seerah (Introduction)

In this episode, the study of the rise of Islam explores certain terminologies and the effect of culture differences on people's behavior.

Focus on the Early History of Islam: A Refreshing Look at the Seerah (Part 1) Islam’s Acceptance of Christians and Jews

This article shows some few ways Islam and Muslims hold a special status for Christians and Jews. They are referred to as the people of the book.

Focus on the Early History of Islam: A Refreshing Look at the Seerah (Part 3)

Migration of the Prophet: Masterpiece of Thoughtful Planning On at least two occasions, the tribe of Quraysh planned to kill the Prophet but did not because of the fear of new bloodshed between them. Quraysh tribes, however, drew up a plan to kill the Prophet without the fear of reprisal. This proposal called for the

Focus on the Early History of Islam: A Refreshing Look at the Seerah (Part 2)

The close assessment of Arab tribal life during pre-Islamic era and the influence of Islam and Muhammad's humanistic behavior.

Focus on the Early History of Islam: A Refreshing Look at the Seerah (Part 4)

As was discussed earlier, Muslims had been oppressed, humiliated, tortured, persecuted, and driven into exile. During this 13 year period, Muslims did not retaliate against the ill-treatment of Quraysh. The following critical incident, however, where Muslims attacked a caravan belonging to Quraysh, was a turning point in which a policy regarding war was established. This

Focus on the Early History of Islam: A Refreshing Look at the Seerah (Part 5)

The Opening of Mecca Not until 630 CE did Muhammad re-enter his native city Mecca, leading ten thousand people. Before entering the city, the Prophet reached Quraysh’s leader Abu Sufyan, who submitted to the Prophet’s requests to engage in no war, accept Islam, and allow this massive army to enter the city peacefully. Thus, without