In which year was Prophet Muhammad ﷺ born?

Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was born in 571 AD, a year historically known as the Year of the Elephant (Aam al-Feel), due to the attempted invasion of Makkah by Abraha and his army, which included elephants. This miraculous event, mentioned in Surah Al-Fil (105) of the Holy Qur’an, is seen as a divine sign marking the birth of the last Prophet and the beginning of a new era in human history.

He was born in the city of Makkah, in the respected tribe of Quraysh. His father, Abdullah ibn Abdul Muttalib, passed away before his birth, and his mother, Hazrat Amina (RA), raised him until her early death when he was six years old. The early life of the Prophet ﷺ, marked by such challenges, shaped his character with resilience, compassion, and deep trust in Allah.

The birth of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ holds great significance for Muslims. He is regarded as the final messenger of Allah, whose life and teachings brought guidance for all humanity. Being born in 571 AD allows historians and scholars to trace the timeline of key events in his life, including the first revelation in 610 AD, the migration (Hijrah) to Madinah in 622 AD, and his passing in 632 AD.