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Madni Life

Introduction to the Madni Period

The Madni Period begins with the Hijrat (Migration) in 622 A.D. and covers the final 10 years of Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) life. This era is defined by the establishment of the first Islamic State, the revelation of social and legal codes, and the defense of Islam against external threats.

Classification: Milestones in Madinah

  • The Foundation (1 A.H.): Construction of Masjid-e-Nabwi and the Brotherhood (Mawakhat).
  • The Charter (1 A.H.): The Constitution of Madinah (Misaq-e-Madinah).
  • The Defense (2-8 A.H.): Period of major Ghazwas (Badr, Uhud, Khandaq).
  • The Diplomacy (6 A.H.): Treaty of Hudaibiyah and letters to world leaders.
  • The Triumph (8 A.H.): Conquest of Makkah.
  • The Completion (10 A.H.): Farewell Hajj and completion of the Quran.

The Madni Life Master Table

Hijri Year Significant Event Key Detail
1 A.H. Mawakhat-e-Madinah Brotherhood between Ansar and Muhajirun
1 A.H. Misaq-e-Madinah First written constitution in history
2 A.H. Change of Qibla From Jerusalem to Makkah (Kaaba)
2 A.H. Ghazwa-e-Badr First major battle (313 vs 1,000)
6 A.H. Treaty of Hudaibiyah 10-year peace pact with Quraish
8 A.H. Conquest of Makkah Bloodless conquest of the holy city
10 A.H. Hujjat-ul-Wida The Farewell Pilgrimage

Key Scientific & Theological Facts

  • The Islamic Calendar (Hijri) begins with the year of the migration to Madinah.
  • Mawakhat was the unique system where every immigrant (Muhajir) was paired with a local supporter (Ansar) to share resources.
  • The Qibla was changed from Masjid-al-Aqsa to the Holy Kaaba during the 2nd year of Hijrat.
  • Masjid-e-Nabwi was the second mosque built in Islam; the first was Masjid-e-Quba.
  • The Charter of Madinah is considered the world's first written constitution, granting rights to all citizens, including Jews and pagans.

Subject Card Prompts (Flashcards)

  • Q: In which year did the Hijrat (Migration) to Madinah take place?
  • A: 622 A.D. (1 A.H.).
  • Q: Who were the "Ansar"?
  • A: The local inhabitants of Madinah who supported the immigrants.
  • Q: What is the first mosque built by the Prophet (PBUH)?
  • A: Masjid-e-Quba.
  • Q: When was the Treaty of Hudaibiyah signed?
  • A: 6 A.H.

Practice MCQ

"The Brotherhood system established by the Prophet (PBUH) in Madinah to unite the immigrants and local supporters is known as:"

A) Misaq-e-Madinah

B) Mawakhat

C) Hudaibiyah

D) Bay'at-e-Rizwan

(Correct: B - Mawakhat)

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