Before the Prophet: Arabia's Condition

Before the birth of Prophet Muhammad, the Arabian Peninsula was a land of diverse tribes, each with their own customs, traditions, and often, their own deities. The Arabs were known for their poetry, hospitality, and fierce tribal loyalty. The peninsula was divided into numerous independent tribes with no central authority or unified government.

The Kaaba in Makkah, originally built by Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his son Ismail for the worship of One God, had become filled with 360 idols. Most Arabs had forgotten the monotheistic message of Ibrahim and practiced polytheism. However, some individuals called 'Hanifs' maintained the belief in One God and rejected idol worship.

Islam brought revolutionary changes to Arabian society.

Pre-Islamic Arabia was marked by tribal warfare, female infanticide, slavery without rights, and the exploitation of the weak. Women had few rights, and social status was determined by tribal lineage and wealth. The strong oppressed the weak without consequence.

Despite the darkness of this era, there was a yearning among some for truth and justice. The world was spiritually ready for divine guidance. The conditions in Arabia would make the message of Islam even more remarkable - a complete transformation of society based on mercy, justice, and the worship of One God.