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Year in History

Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 622. This year saw 2 significant events.

7th Century620s

622 Timeline

  1. Islamic Era begins: Muhammad and his followers begin migration from Mecca to Medina (Hijra)

    Muhammad (570 – 8 June 632 CE) was an Arab religious, military and political leader, as well as the founder of Islam.

  2. Prophet Muhammad arrives in Yathrib (Medina)

    Muhammad (570 – 8 June 632 CE) was an Arab religious, military and political leader, as well as the founder of Islam.

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What happened in 622?
In 622, there were 2 significant historical events. Notable events include Islamic Era begins: Muhammad and his followers begin migration from Mecca to Medina (Hijra), Prophet Muhammad arrives in Yathrib (Medina).

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