The religion of Islam is one of the major religions of the world and its number of followers is about 1.8 billion. Islam believes in a God – Allah and its followers are spread all over the world. The foundation of Islam was laid in Arab countries, but now it has spread to different parts of the world.

The origin of the religion of Islam and its teachings are still part of the lives of millions. Its founder, Muhammad Prophet, who gained knowledge of the Quran from Allah at the age of 40, gave this religion a new direction.

The origin and history of the religion of Islam

The religion of Islam began in the 7th century with the Arabian Peninsula, when Muhammad Prophet conveyed the message of Allah to humanity. He propagated Islam in a large part of Arabia in 630 AD and presented it as an organized religion. Mecca is considered to be the most sacred place for Muslims, where millions of people go on Haj pilgrimage every year.

After this, the religion of Islam was propagated in different parts of the world. In the 7th century, Islam reached India through the coastal trade route of Gujarat and then gradually it started spreading to various regions.

Islam arrives in India

The arrival of Islam in India took place in the 7th century when Arab merchants and Muslim rulers started stepping on this earth. However, the influence of Islam increased mainly in India after Mahmud Ghaznavi's arrival in India in the 12th century. After this, Muslim rulers like Qutubuddin Aibak played an important role in spreading Islam in India. Sufi saints also contributed to the promotion of Islam in India. These saints established Islam in Indian society through the message of love and devotion.

Religious heritage of Islam in India

There are also many historical religious heritage of Islam in India. India's oldest mosque 'Cheraman Zuma Masjid' is believed to be built in Kerala in 629 AD. This mosque is not only an important part of the history of Islam, but also an integral part of Indian culture and heritage.

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