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How old was Mohammed when he left Mecca for Medina?

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He was born in year 570 Ad and left Makkah (or Mecca) in year 622 AD. So, he was 52 years old.
He was born in year 570 Ad and left Makkah (or Mecca) in year 622 AD. So, he was 52 years old.

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