Historical Events Jul 16 Muslim Era begins - Muhammad begins flight from Mecca to Medina (Hijra) Sep 20 Islamic Prophet Muhammed/Abu Bakr arrives in Jathrib (Medina) Famous People Who Died in 622 AD Apr 8 Prince Shōtoku, Japanese regent and politician who promoted Buddhism (Hōryū-ji temple), dies at about 48 619 AD History by Year 624 AD