Before Prophethood
Arabia before Islam, the Prophet’s birth, childhood, youth, marriage to Khadijah, and the signs of preparation before revelation.
Key chapters: The World Before the Prophet; The Birth; Childhood and Youth; Marriage to Khadijah.
Sirah Timeline
The Prophet’s life in 9 clear stages
A timeline helps the Sirah become a connected journey: Makkah, revelation, hardship, Hijrah, Madinah, the companions, opening, farewell, and legacy.
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The Sirah Journey in 9 Stages
Why a timeline helps
A timeline turns many events into one story. It helps beginners see what came before, what changed, and why each stage matters.
How to study it
Learn the stage names first, then add key events. Dates are useful, but understanding the flow matters more on the first pass.
How the app helps
Sirah Quest turns the timeline into short lessons, quizzes, flashcards, and review prompts so the journey stays memorable.
9 Stages
First Revelation and Early Call
The first revelation in Cave Hira, the secret call, the public call, the early believers, and the beginning of Quraysh opposition.
Key chapters: The First Revelation; The Secret Call; The Public Call; Early Believers.
Trial and Hope
The migration to Abyssinia, boycott, Year of Sorrow, Isra and Mi'raj, and the pledges that prepared the way for Hijrah.
Key chapters: The First Migration; The Boycott; The Year of Sorrow; The Night Journey.
Hijrah to Madinah
The command to migrate, the journey to Yathrib, arrival in Madinah, the Constitution, and the new brotherhood of believers.
Key chapters: The Decision to Migrate; The Journey to Yathrib; Arrival in Madinah.
Tests in Madinah
Badr, Uhud, the Trench, treaty challenges, Khaybar, and the difficult tests that shaped the growing Muslim community.
Key chapters: Badr; Uhud; The Trench; Khaybar and Northern Campaigns.
Prophetic Character
The Prophet’s family life, daily routine, teaching method, care for the vulnerable, and the role of women in the community.
Key chapters: The Prophet’s Wives; A Day in the Prophet’s Life; The Prophet as Teacher.
The Companions
Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, Ali, women companions, and the diverse early ummah that carried the message forward.
Key chapters: Abu Bakr; Umar; Uthman and Ali; Women Companions.
Opening and Delegations
Hudaybiyyah, letters to rulers, the conquest of Makkah, Hunayn, and the delegations that showed Islam spreading across Arabia.
Key chapters: Hudaybiyyah; Letters to Kings; Conquest of Makkah; Year of Delegations.
Farewell and Legacy
The Farewell Pilgrimage, Farewell Sermon, final days, passing, and the lasting legacy of Qur’an, Sunnah, community, and civilization.
Key chapters: Farewell Pilgrimage; Farewell Sermon; Final Days; Eternal Legacy.
Important dates and turning points
- Around 570 CE: the Year of the Elephant and the Prophet’s birth.
- 610 CE: first revelation in Cave Hira.
- 622 CE / 1 AH: Hijrah to Madinah and the beginning of the Madinan community.
- 8 AH / 630 CE: conquest of Makkah and purification of the Ka'bah.
- 10-11 AH / 632 CE: Farewell Pilgrimage, final days, and passing of the Prophet ﷺ.
Source-aware learning
This timeline is a learning map, not a fatwa or a substitute for deeper study. Sirah Quest lessons use Qur’an references, hadith collections, classical Sirah material, and learner-friendly summaries.
For more detail on how lessons are built and where source rows appear in the app, read our Sources & Approach page.
FAQ
What is a Sirah timeline?
It is a sequence of major events from the Prophet’s life that helps learners see the journey as one connected story.
Should I memorize dates first?
No. Begin with the 9 stages and major turning points, then add dates gradually as the map becomes familiar.
How can I start?
Use our beginner guide, then follow the full app journey chapter by chapter.