Explanation

• Muawiya I (RA) became the first caliph of the Umayyad Caliphate.
• He assumed power after the period of Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA).
• Umayyad rule: 661 – 750 AD
• First Caliph: Muawiya I (661–680 AD)
• Last Caliph: Marwan II (744–750 AD)
• Birth: 602 AD (Mecca)
• Death: 680 AD (Damascus

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• First capital: Madina
• Hijrah year: 622 AD (1 AH)
• Country: Saudi Arabia
• Role: First Islamic state center
• Famous mosque: Masjid al-Nabawi

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Explanation

• The first English translation of the Holy Quran was done by Alexander Ross.
• It was published in 1649 AD.
• He translated it from a French version.
• It introduced the Quran to the English-speaking world.

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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.

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Explanation

• The first battle where Muslim women participated was the Battle of Uhud.
• Women helped by providing water, food, and medical care.
• Year: 625 AD
• Islamic year: 3 AH
• Location: North of Madinah (Mount Uhud)

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