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The Conquest of Mecca (Fath Makkah) took place on the 20th of Ramadan, 8 AH (January 630 CE). This historic event marked a major turning point in Islamic history, as Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and a Muslim army of approximately 10,000 companions peacefully entered Makkah, ending years of hostility and persecution by the Quraysh tribe.

The conquest followed the violation of the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah by Quraysh and their allies. The Prophet (ﷺ), in response, marched towards Makkah with the Muslim army. The entry was largely bloodless, as most of the Quraysh surrendered without resistance. Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) granted general amnesty to the people of Makkah, declaring:
"Go, for you are free."

One of the most significant events during the conquest was the cleansing of the Kaaba, where all idols were removed, restoring it as a pure place of monotheistic worship dedicated to Allah (SWT). This event solidified Islam’s position in Arabia and paved the way for the widespread acceptance of Islam throughout the region.

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  Event: Conquest of Mecca (Fath Makkah).

  
  


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  Date: 20th Ramadan, 8 AH (January 630 CE).

  
  


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  Army size: Around 10,000 Muslims marched from Madina to Makkah.

  
  


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  Cause: Violation of Treaty of Hudaybiyyah by Quraysh.

  
  


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  Outcome: Peaceful takeover, general amnesty, and destruction of idols in the Kaaba.

  
  


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  A decisive moment that established Islam’s dominance in the Arabian Peninsula.