The Birth of Islam

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When and where was Muhammad born?

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Muhammad was born in 570 A.D. in the city of Mecca.

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Who did he marry?

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Muhammad married a wealthy widow and merchant named Khadija.

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What did Muhammad do when he was 40 years old?

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He went to a mountain cave to pray and saw a vision.

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Who spoke to Muhammad, and what did they say?

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Angel Gabriel told him he was the prophet of Allah.

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What is a prophet?

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Someone who speaks to God.

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In what present day country is Mecca today?

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Saudi Arabia.

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What are two reasons why people went to Mecca?

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It was on the main trading route and they came to pray at the Kaaba.

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What was Muhammad determined to persuade the people of Mecca to do?

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Believe in one god, Allah and stop worshiping many gods and goddesses.

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What was the main reason why the leaders of Mecca were upset?

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He criticized their way and life, belief in many gods and they worried it would affect their trading.

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When was Muhammad forced to flee Mecca?

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622 C.E.