Concept:The Prophet's (SAW) call to Islam in the open was resisted by the leaders of Makkah.
Explanation:After three years of secret teaching, the Prophet (SAW) was commanded to start delivering God's message openly.
When the message of monotheism was made public in Makkah, the Quraysh chiefs saw it as a threat to their power.
They publicly dismissed his claim and directed hostility towards him and his followers.
This brought upon the Prophet (SAW) various forms of abuse, ridicule, and opposition.
The open da'wah therefore brought him hardship and suffering, not immediate victory or acceptance.
Answer:C. persecution