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In the early years of Islam, when the preaching of the message was still covert due to fear of persecution by the Quraysh, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) carried out his mission quietly at the house of Hazrat Arqam ibn Abi Arqam (RA). This house, located near Mount Safa in Makkah, became the first informal center of Islamic learning and da’wah (invitation to Islam).

Hazrat Arqam (RA) was a young companion who accepted Islam at an early stage. His house was strategically chosen by the Prophet (PBUH) because of its discreet location and because Arqam belonged to a tribe that wasn’t directly involved in Quraysh opposition. For approximately three years, new converts would visit this house in secret to listen to the Prophet’s (PBUH) message, receive guidance, and strengthen their faith.

This house, known as Dar al-Arqam, played a critical role in the survival and spread of Islam during a period of intense hostility in Makkah. It is where notable companions like Hazrat Umar (RA) accepted Islam and where early Muslims gathered before the command came to preach openly.

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  The Prophet (PBUH) secretly preached Islam at the house of Hazrat Arqam ibn Abi Arqam (RA).

  
  


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  The house was located near Mount Safa in Makkah.

  
  


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  It became known as Dar al-Arqam — the first center of Islamic da’wah.

  
  


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  It was used for almost 3 years during the early Makkan period.

  
  


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  Many early companions embraced Islam at this location.

  
  


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  It offered a safe space for prayer, learning, and private discussion.

  
  


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  This phase ended when Allah commanded the Prophet (PBUH) to begin preaching openly (Qur’an 15:94).