**27** **MOHAMMED** MOHAMMED, the son of ABDULLAH, son of ABDUL-MUTTALIB, son of HASHIM, son of ABDUL-MANAF, son of QUSAI, son of KILAB, son of MURRAH, son of KAAB, son of LU’AY, son of GHALIB, son of FIHR, son of MALIK, son of AN-NADR, son of KINANA, son of KHUZAIMA, son of MUDRIKA, son of ILYAS, son of MUDAR, son of NIZAR, son of MA’ADD, son of ADNAN. This is the genealogy of the Prophet of God, God’s peace and blessings be upon him, and on his family and his companions.

His mother’s name was AMINAH, daughter of WAHB, son of ABDUL-MANAF, son of ZUHRAH, son of KILAB. Thus, his lineage through both his father and mother meets at KILAB.

His paternal grandfather was ABDUL-MUTTALIB, son of HASHIM. His maternal grandfather was WAHB, son of ABDUL-MANAF, son of ZUHRAH.

The Prophet, God’s peace and blessings be upon him, was born in Mecca in the Year of the Elephant, in the month of Rabi’ al-Awwal. His father, Abdullah, died while he was still in his mother’s womb. His mother, Aminah, died when he was six years old. He was then under the care of his paternal grandfather, Abdul-Muttalib, who died when the Prophet was eight years old. He then came under the care of his paternal uncle, Abu Talib, who loved him dearly and protected him throughout his life.

He was known for his honesty, integrity, and kindness. He was a man of great character and wisdom, and he was deeply loved and respected by his people.

The Prophet Mohammed, God’s peace and blessings be upon him, received his first revelation from God through the Angel Gabriel in the cave of Hira, near Mecca, when he was forty years old. This marked the beginning of his prophetic mission, and he began to preach the message of Islam, which is the worship of one God, Allah.

His message was initially met with resistance and persecution from the people of Mecca, who were accustomed to worshipping idols. However, the Prophet persevered, and his followers grew in number.

In 622 CE, the Prophet and his followers migrated from Mecca to Medina, an event known as the Hijra. This marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar. In Medina, the Prophet established the first Islamic community, and Islam began to spread rapidly throughout Arabia.

The Prophet Mohammed, God’s peace and blessings be upon him, died in Medina in 632 CE, at the age of 63. His legacy continues to inspire millions of people around the world, and Islam remains one of the world’s major religions.

**SUMMARY OF HIS FAMILY LINEAGE** * **Father:** Abdullah * **Mother:** Aminah * **Paternal Grandfather:** Abdul-Muttalib * **Maternal Grandfather:** Wahb * **Paternal Great-Grandfather:** Hashim * **Maternal Great-Grandfather:** Abdul-Manaf The Prophet Mohammed, peace be upon him, was orphaned as a child and raised by his grandfather, then his uncle. He was known for his impeccable character, honesty, and wisdom. He received his first divine revelation at the age of forty, initiating his role as a prophet and messenger of God. His teachings emphasized monotheism, compassion, and justice, and despite facing significant opposition, he successfully established a thriving Muslim community. The Prophet’s life and teachings have profoundly influenced global history and continue to guide the lives of Muslims worldwide.