Which of these events marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar?

Question

A.
Muhammad’s journey from Mecca to Medina
B.
The angel Gabriel’s first visit to Muhammad
C.
The birth of Muhammad
D.
The split between Sunnis and Shiites

Answer 1

The event that marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar is:

A. Muhammad’s journey from Mecca to Medina

This journey is known as the Hijra and took place in 622 CE, which is designated as the year 1 in the Islamic calendar.