revelation early-islam

First revelations; beginning of Quran

610 CE (scriptural)

First revelations; beginning of Quran

Meditating in cave on Mount Hira. Angel Jibril commands: “Read! In the name of your Lord who created—created man from a clinging substance.” First revelation of Quran. Continues 23 years. Khadijah believes him. Preaches monotheism; faces opposition.