Comparison of the Conditions of Mecca and Medina During the Birth of Islam

Name: Comparison of the Conditions of Mecca and Medina During the Birth of Islam
Author: Fatih Zengin

Title	Comparison of the Conditions of Mecca and Medina During the Birth of Islam
Author	Fatih Zengin
Publication Place	Sira Publications - Sira Publications
Subject	Journal of Sira Research, 2024-04 (16), p.91-104
Type	Book
Language	ara,eng
Digital	Yes
Manuscript	No
Library:	Leitir Library
Library Asset ID	EISSN: 2791-6138, DOI: 10.56288/siyer.1442450
Record ID	cdi_doaj_primary_oai_doaj_org_article_f5cdc0b65b29499ebf952ef85e53a197
Library Location	DOAJ Directory of Open Access Journals
Notes	Hz. Thirteen years of the Prophet's prophethood were spent in Mecca and ten years in Medina. Hz. One of the most important factors that determine the Prophet's notification method is the similarities and differences between Mecca and Medina, where the revelation began. Prophet Muhammad determined the method and strategy of preaching according to the political, social, economic and religious structure in both cities. Although there has been a more regular and stable administrative structure in Mecca since Qusay, the political structure in Medina is disorganized, Arab tribes such as Evz and Hazrec as well as Jewish tribes live in the city, and in this context, tribalism seems to dominate. The early adoption of Islam by the notables of Medina and the fierce opposition of the notables of Mecca constituted one of the most obvious differences between the two cities. Another difference between the two cities is that Mecca is the most important trade center of the Arabian Peninsula, while Medina has an economic structure based on agriculture. Medina had a more modest economic life compared to Mecca, which had an international trade network that had been developed from generation to generation for centuries. Therefore, Meccans felt obliged to take their trade into consideration in every important decision they made throughout their lives. Another characteristic that differs between Mecca and Medina is the religious life in both cities. While the Kaaba was initially the center of monotheism, it lost its primary function. However, the existence of the Kaaba increased the reputation of the Meccans before the Arabs. Although fragments of the Hanif belief remained in Mecca, the presence of 360 idols in the Kaaba made Mecca the center of polytheism. The fairs set up around Mecca also made the economy of Mecca very vibrant. There was no religious center or place of worship in Medina. On the other hand, as a result of contacts with the Jews in the city, a society more familiar with the concepts of the People of the Book was formed in Medina compared to Mecca. This situation made the conditions of Medina more ready for the propagation of Islam. In our article, we will examine the political, religious, social and economic conditions in Medina during the birth of Islam and identify similarities or differences.
Detaylı Başlık	İslam’ın Doğuşu Esnasında Mekke ve Medine Şartlarının Mukayesesi

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Comparison of the Conditions of Mecca and Medina During the Birth of Islam

Author Fatih Zengin

Publication Place Sira Publications - Sira Publications

Subject Journal of Sira Research, 2024-04 (16), p.91-104

Type Book

Language ara,eng

Digital Yes

Manuscript No

Library Leitir Library

Library Asset ID EISSN: 2791-6138, DOI: 10.56288/siyer.1442450

Record ID cdi_doaj_primary_oai_doaj_org_article_f5cdc0b65b29499ebf952ef85e53a197

Library Location DOAJ Directory of Open Access Journals

Notes Hz. Thirteen years of the Prophet's prophethood were spent in Mecca and ten years in Medina. Hz. One of the most important factors that determine the Prophet's notification method is the similarities and differences between Mecca and Medina, where the revelation began. Prophet Muhammad determined the method and strategy of preaching according to the political, social, economic and religious structure in both cities. Although there has been a more regular and stable administrative structure in Mecca since Qusay, the political structure in Medina is disorganized, Arab tribes such as Evz and Hazrec as well as Jewish tribes live in the city, and in this context, tribalism seems to dominate. The early adoption of Islam by the notables of Medina and the fierce opposition of the notables of Mecca constituted one of the most obvious differences between the two cities. Another difference between the two cities is that Mecca is the most important trade center of the Arabian Peninsula, while Medina has an economic structure based on agriculture. Medina had a more modest economic life compared to Mecca, which had an international trade network that had been developed from generation to generation for centuries. Therefore, Meccans felt obliged to take their trade into consideration in every important decision they made throughout their lives. Another characteristic that differs between Mecca and Medina is the religious life in both cities. While the Kaaba was initially the center of monotheism, it lost its primary function. However, the existence of the Kaaba increased the reputation of the Meccans before the Arabs. Although fragments of the Hanif belief remained in Mecca, the presence of 360 idols in the Kaaba made Mecca the center of polytheism. The fairs set up around Mecca also made the economy of Mecca very vibrant. There was no religious center or place of worship in Medina. On the other hand, as a result of contacts with the Jews in the city, a society more familiar with the concepts of the People of the Book was formed in Medina compared to Mecca. This situation made the conditions of Medina more ready for the propagation of Islam. In our article, we will examine the political, religious, social and economic conditions in Medina during the birth of Islam and identify similarities or differences.

Detaylı Başlık İslam’ın Doğuşu Esnasında Mekke ve Medine Şartlarının Mukayesesi