Year of the Elephant

Year of the Elephant
According to tradition and early biographical accounts, the year marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad, named for a significant historical expedition.
The Year of the Elephant - ʿĀmu ʾl-Fīl (عام الفيل‎)
Explore the significance of the Year of the Elephant, ʿĀmu ʾl-Fīl (عام الفيل), the year in which Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was born. Learn about the historical events, including the Abyssinian invasion led by Abrahatu ʾl-Ashram, and its impact on Islamic history.

Dictionary of Islam

IslamReference.com is your go-to source for understanding Islam, its history, theology, culture, and much more. Our goal is to provide reliable and scholarly resources to students, researchers, educators, and anyone with an interest in Islamic studies.