Explanation

• Pharaoh (Firon) and his army were drowned in the Red Sea while pursuing Prophet Musa (Moses) (AS) and the Israelites.
• Allah parted the sea for Prophet Musa (AS) and his followers to cross safely.
• When Pharaoh and his army followed them, the waters returned and they were drowned.
• This event is mentioned in the Qur’an, including Surah Al-Baqarah (2:50) and Surah Yunus (10:90–92).

Last verified on 26-08-2026

Explanation

• Year of Hijrah: 622 CE
• From: Makkah
• To: Madinah
• Reason: Persecution of Muslims by Quraysh
• Islamic Calendar Started: 1 AH (Anno Hegirae)

Additional information:

• Prophet Muhammad stayed in the Cave of Thawr during the migration journey.
• Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) accompanied the Prophet ﷺ during Hijrah.

Last verified on 10-05-2026

Explanation

Explanation

• The Qibla was changed in 2 AH (624 AD).
• It happened during the Zuhr (Dhuhr) prayer.
• This event took place about 18 months after Hijrah in Madinah.
• The Qibla was changed from Bait al-Maqdis (Al-Aqsa Mosque) to Kaaba.
• Masjid al-Qiblatain is the mosque where this change occurred.
• The first Qibla of Muslims was Al-Aqsa Mosque.
• The change of Qibla is mentioned in the Holy Quran (Surah Al-Baqarah).

Last verified on 25-05-2026

Explanation

• The first Azan (Fajr Prayer) in Islam was called in 1 A.H.
• It was established after the migration to Madinah.
• Bilal ibn Rabah (RA) was the first Muezzin.
• He is known as Sayyid al-Mu’azzinin (Leader of Muezzins).
• He was chosen by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
• The purpose was to call Muslims to prayer.

Last verified on 28-04-2026