(1) The early Muslims consisted of a small group of around 40 individuals in Mecca who accepted Islam secretly over 3 years, spreading the message carefully through personal invitations. (2) They met regularly at the House of Al-Arqam to learn directly from the Prophet, establishing a strong early community. (3) The early revelations focused on establishing Tawheed (monotheism), the Hereafter, worshipping Allah alone, and stories of previous prophets.