Hijrah
means migration. The Hijrah refers to the Prophet Muhammed (SallAllahu alaihu
wa-sallam)'s migration from Makkah to Madinah. This journey took place in the
twelfth year of his mission (622 CE). This is the beginning of the Muslim
calendar. The word hijrah means to leave a place to seek sancturary or freedom
from persecution or freedom of religion or any other purpose. Hijrah can also
mean to leave a bad way of life for a good or more righteous way.
Migration
In 622 A. D. the Prophet Muhammed (SallAllahu alaihu wa-sallam) was ordered by
God, the Almighty Allah to migrate to Yathrib, a city north of Makkah. He
followed the Divine Command and left with his followers for that city which
henceforth was known as "The City of the Prophet" (Madinat al-nabi) or simply
Madinah. This event was so momentous that the Islamic calendar begins with this
migration (hijrah).
In Madinah, the Prophet Muhammed (SallAllahu alaihu wa-sallam) established the
first Islamic society which has served as the model for all later Islamic
societies. Several battles took place against the invading Makkans which the
Muslims won against great odds. Soon more tribes began to join Islam and within
a few years most of Arabia had embraced the religion of Islam.
Dear ALL,
wishing you all and your family a happy new Islamic year 1431!
May Allahmake this year lucrative for all of us
May Allahhelp all the Muslims around the world in need
May Allahforgive us all and especially those who have passed away
May Allahgrant us health and knowledge and courage to be better Muslims
And I pray that Path to Peace becomes more active as well
Aameen
Remmember me in your dua
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