What was the first revelation?

The first revelation in Islam is considered to be the moment when the Angel Gabriel (Jibril) appeared to the Prophet Muhammad in the cave of Hira, near Mecca. This event occurred in the year 610 CE, marking the beginning of Muhammad's prophethood. The initial verses revealed were from Surah Al-Alaq (Chapter 96), emphasizing the importance of reading and knowledge. This revelation laid the foundation for the Quran and the message of Islam.