The Hijrah was considered one of the pivotal events in Islamic
history, where Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) led the migration from
Makkah to Madinah back in 622 CE. It was a journey meaning to
escape persecution with the hope of establishing a community
where Muslims could practice their faith freely.
He laid the foundations of the first Islamic state in Madinah
and united the migrants - the Muhajirun - with the local
residents - the Ansar. It ushered in a new phase in the history
of the Muslim community, guided by the principles of justice,
equality, and brotherhood.
The Hijrah also played an important part in history in that it
constituted the beginning of the Islamic calendar, laid down
during the Caliphate of Umar ibn al-Khattab. To this date, it is
a representation of sacrifice, steadfastness, and belief in
Allah and acts as an inspiration to Muslims to shape their faith
in how and when values are at test.