The Prophet (S.A.W) ordered some of the Muslims to emigrate to Abyssinia

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Islamic Religious Studies - 1992 Subject: Islamic Studies

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The Prophet (S.A.W) ordered some of the Muslims to emigrate to Abyssinia
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The Prophet (S.A.W) ordered some of the Muslims to emigrate to Abyssinia, in order to go beyond the reach of their persecutors. At the time, the Muslims were facing intense persecution from the ruling elites of Mecca, who opposed their message and saw them as a threat to their power and influence. Some of the Muslims had already suffered physical violence and harassment, and their lives were in danger. The Prophet (S.A.W) advised them to seek refuge in Abyssinia, a Christian kingdom ruled by the just and fair King Negus. The Prophet (S.A.W) hoped that the Muslims would find protection and security there, away from their persecutors. Additionally, the Prophet (S.A.W) knew that the Negus was a just and fair ruler and hoped that the Muslims could preach Islam to him and his people, who might be receptive to their message. This early migration to Abyssinia was an important event in Islamic history and demonstrated the early Muslim community's commitment to their faith and willingness to endure hardship for the sake of Allah.

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