How was the birth of islam affected the Quraysh in Mecca?
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The birth of Islam had a significant impact on the Quraysh in Mecca. They were initially opposed to Islam and saw it as a threat to their power and authority. Many people in the Quraysh tribe were merchants who benefited from pilgrimages to the Kaaba, an important religious shrine. The Quraysh leaders feared that embracing Islam would disrupt their control over these pilgrimages and their social status. As a result, they persecuted early Muslims and tried to suppress the spread of Islam. However, over time, some members of the Quraysh began to convert to Islam, including influential figures like Abu Bakr and Umar. Ultimately, the birth of Islam led to a power shift in Mecca, as the Quraysh tribe gradually lost its dominance and authority to the growing Muslim community.