HISTORIC TIMELINE
610Beginning of Islam
Islam emerged in what is now Saudi Arabia as Muhammad began preaching.
632Death of Muhammad
Muhammad's death led to the expansion of Muslim rule beyond Arabia.
1932Founding of Saudi Arabia
King Abdulaziz united Hejaz, Najd, and other regions to establish Saudi Arabia.
1938Discovery of Petroleum
Petroleum was discovered, significantly altering Saudi Arabia's economic landscape.
2000sWahhabi Movement Decline
The Wahhabi religious movement's influence began to decline in favor of gradual reforms.