Why did Muhammad and his followers move from Mecca to Medina?

Muhammad and his followers removed statues from the Kaaba.
Muhammad and his followers were mistreated in Mecca for their beliefs.
Muhammad and his followers were told to move by the archangel Gabriel.
Muhammad and his followers wanted to meet with wealthy leaders in Medina.

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Muhammad and his followers moved from Mecca to Medina primarily because they were mistreated in Mecca for their beliefs. The growing opposition, persecution, and hostility from the Quraysh tribe and other Meccan leaders made it increasingly difficult for them to practice their faith and live freely. The migration, known as the Hijra, in 622 CE marked a significant turning point in Islamic history and led to the establishment of a supportive community in Medina.