The Muslim army under Khalid ibn al-Walid conquered Hira in 633 CE. This marked the beginning of the Muslim foothold in Iraq. Hira was an important Persian stronghold. Its fall was a significant victory in Abu Bakr’s reign.

Abu Bakr appointed Khalid ibn al-Walid to lead campaigns in Iraq against the Persians. His victories opened the doors of Iraq to Islam. Abu Bakr relied on Khalid’s brilliance as a military strategist. These campaigns set the stage for future Islamic conquests.

Salman (RA) was originally Persian. His search for truth led him to Islam. He suggested the trench strategy at Khandaq, saving Madinah. His life illustrates Islam’s universality, transcending ethnicity.

Salman (RA) was originally Persian. His search for truth led him to Islam. He suggested the trench strategy at Khandaq, saving Madinah. His life illustrates Islam's universality, transcending ethnicity.

Iran was conquered during the caliphate of Umar ibn al-Khattab. His leadership saw the Islamic state expand rapidly. Victories against the Sassanid Empire ended Persian dominance. Umar’s governance ensured justice and stability in newly conquered lands.

The Battle of Chains was fought between Muslims and the Persians. The name comes from the Persians chaining themselves together to prevent retreat. This early encounter demonstrated the courage of Muslims against large empires. It foreshadowed Islam’s later expansion into Persia.

Surah Al-Rum predicted the Romans’ defeat then victory. It was fulfilled within years. It proved Qur’an’s truth. It strengthened believers’ faith.

The Madrasa Ghazipur curriculum included English, Arabic, Persian, Urdu, and Islamiyat as compulsory subjects.

Sir Syed Ahmad Khan set up his first school for Muslims in Muradabad in 1859, where subjects such as English, Persian, Islamiat, Arabic, and Urdu were compulsory.

In 1859, Sir Syed established a 'Persian Madrasah' at Muradabad where Persian, modern history, English, and Urdu were taught. It was his first major educational initiative.