Faith Under Persecution in Makkah

As opposition increased in Makkah, the leaders of Quraysh changed their tactics. <break time="0.8s" /> They focused their

pressure on those who had no protection— the poor, the enslaved,

and those without strong tribes. <break time="0.8s" /> Believers were mocked publicly. <break time="0.8s" /> They were insulted,

threatened, and humiliated. <break time="0.8s" /> Some were beaten. <break time="0.8s" /> Some were deprived of food

and rest. <break time="0.8s" /> They were told to abandon their faith and return to idol

worship. <break time="0.8s" /> But many remained firm. <break time="0.8s" /> They endured hardship for the sake of

Allah. <break time="0.8s" /> Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) saw the suffering of his followers. <break time="0.8s" />

He comforted them and strengthened their hearts with patience and hope. <break time="0.8s" />