Definition

A journey taken to escape from danger or an undesirable situation, often associated with the flight of Muhammad from Mecca to Medina in 622 A.D.

Example

The refugees undertook a hegira to find safety from the conflict in their homeland.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about the hegira that Muhammad took?

Yeah, it was a significant journey in history, right?

Exactly, it marked the start of the Muslim era.

It's fascinating how such events can change the course of history.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hegira originates from Arabic "hijra" (meaning migration or emigration). It specifically refers to the migration of the Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE, marking the beginning of the Islamic calendar.

Memory Tip

Think of the Arabic word for migration ('hijra') to remember that 'hegira' refers to a significant migration, particularly in the context of Islamic history.

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