6th Century (500-599) C.E.

Birth of Abdullah, the Holy Prophet's father.

Birth of the Holy Prophet. Year of the Elephant. Invasion of Makkah by Abraha the Viceroy of Yemen, his retreat.

The Holy Prophet visits Madina with his mother. Death of his mother.

Death of Abdul Muttalib, the grandfather of the Holy Prophet.

The Holy Prophet's journey to Syria in the company of his uncle Abu Talib. His meeting with the monk Bahira at Bisra who foretells of his prophethood.

The Holy Prophet participates in the war of Fijar.

The Holy Prophet becomes an active member of "Hilful Fudul", a league for the relief of the distressed.

The Holy Prophet becomes the Manager of the business of Lady Khadija, and leads her trade caravan to Syria and back.

The Holy Prophet marries Hadrat Khadija. Seventh century