Islam has been a religion for about 1,400 to 1,416 years, depending on whether you count from Muhammad’s first revelation in 610 CE or from the start of the Muslim community a few years later. Most sources place its beginning in the early 7th century CE.

Quick Scoop

Islam is usually dated to 610 CE , when Muslims believe the Prophet Muhammad received the first revelation. That makes it a religion with more than fourteen centuries of history.

Simple timeline

  • 610 CE : First revelation to Muhammad, often treated as Islam’s beginning.
  • 622 CE : The Hijra, or migration to Medina, marks the start of the Muslim community’s public expansion.
  • Today : Islam is a major global religion followed by well over a billion people.

Tiny note

If someone says Islam is “about 1,400 years old,” that’s the usual shorthand and is accurate enough for everyday use.

Meta description

Islam began in the early 7th century CE, usually dated to 610 CE, so it has been a religion for roughly 1,400 years.

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