The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) would lead the Eid prayers not in the Prophet’s Mosque (Masjid al-Nabawi) but in an open area approximately 500 meters southwest from there. This location, at times utilized for rain prayers and as a resting place for arriving caravans in Medina, known as Menaha, had a specific part allocated as a […]
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“Hajj and Umrah are profound acts of devotion.” This Hadith reminds us of their rigorous nature. Prior to commencing the Umrah journey, it is advisable to consult your family doctor or visit the nearest healthcare facility for a health checkup. Ensure you have any necessary medications with you. Obtaining the meningitis vaccine is crucial. Write
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Masjid al-Zulhulaifah, also recognized as the Miqat Mosque, holds a special role as the demarcation point where individuals traveling from Medina to Mecca initiate the sacred state of Ihram, signifying the commencement of their pilgrimage. Established by the Prophet Muhammad (SAW), this mosque is located approximately 11 kilometers southwest of the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina.
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The inception of the Medina Railway Station dates back to 1900, with the completion of construction by 1908, establishing a rail link between Medina and Istanbul through the Hejaz Railway. Subsequent to the Ottoman Empire’s withdrawal from the region following World War I, the Hejaz Railway gradually fell into a state of disuse. Presently, endeavors
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In 1662, during a visit to Medina, Abu Salim al-Ayyashi recorded that Prophet Muhammad (SAW) conducted Eid prayers at various locations, and three of them gained particular recognition. Among these, one is the site where Eid prayers were led by Hz. Ali (RA) in the Medina prayer ground, situated just to the north of the
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Beyond the sacred boundaries of the Haram, approximately 24 km northwest of the Holy Mosque in Mecca, lies a site now recognized as Shumaysi. Here, the Pledge of Ridwan, marking the agreement of the Hudaybiyyah Treaty, took place six years after the Hijrah (migration). The Muhajirun (emigrants) harbored a deep longing for their homeland, with
This esteemed mosque is situated between Mecca and Ta’if. On the twelfth Wednesday of the month of Dhul-Qadah in the eighth year after the Hijrah (migration), Prophet Muhammad (SAW) assumed the state of Ihram for Umrah at this mosque. It is reported from Prophet Muhammad (SAW) that seventy prophets, too, have entered into the state
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Tenim is a site located 6 km away from the Sacred Mosque, situated within the sacred precincts from the direction of Medina. During the Farewell Pilgrimage, Hz. Aisha (RA) accompanied Prophet Muhammad (SAW) in performing Hajj. However, due to her menstrual cycle, she was unable to undertake Umrah (lesser pilgrimage) during that time. Expressing her
This passage recounts the role of Ibn Erkam (RA), one of the Companions of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). His residence, famously known as “Dar al-Arqam,” served as a covert hub for inviting individuals to Islam, continuing until the Muslim community’s numbers reached 40, a significant moment marked by the embrace of Islam by Umar ibn al-Khattab
Mount Nour (Jabal al-Nour): Situated approximately 5 km northeast of Mecca, in close proximity to the Holy Mosque (Masjid al-Haram), this mountain encompasses the cave where Prophet Muhammad (SAW) received his initial revelation. Dubbed “Jabal al-Nour” (Mountain of Light), the mountain earned its name due to the divine light of revelation that illuminated the path
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