Hajj 2010 Kaaba part5

The focus of the pilgrimage is Ka'ba which was rebuilt by Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him) some 4000 years ago. Today, Ka'ba stands in the middle of a large courtyard of Masjid-el-Haram or the sacred Mosque. The courtyard of Masjid-el-Haram contains, besides Ka'ba, the Muqam-e-Ibrahim (station of Ibrahim) and the fountain of Zumzum.

The Station of Ibraheem is the rock upon which Ibraheem stood while erecting the Kabah. His son Ishmael helped him erect it, by passing him the rocks.

Of the miracles of Prophet Ibrahim was that the rock he stood on while building the Kabah turned soft and his feet sank in it. Until today, one can see the impressions of the feet of Ibrahim on that rock. Ka'ba is the first house ever that was built for the worship of One and Only God, Allah. It is also called "Bait-Ullah" (House of Allah), "Bait-ul-Ateeq" (the Oldest House), and Baitul Ma'amoor (Inhabited House). Muslims, all over the world, face towards Ka'ba to offer their prayers. This house and the places around it have several signs that have been manifested by Allah. Every inch of this land testifies to the fact that Allah never destroys those who offer sacrifices. To commemorate Allah's signs and to enhance their faith that Allah truly fulfils His promise, Muslims have been ordered to pay homage to the Ka'ba and these other Signs of Allah. Allah the Exalted, says in the Holy Quran: "Surely, the first House founded for mankind is that at Becca (the valley of Mecca), abounding in blessings and a guidance for all peoples. In it are manifest signs; it is the place of Abraham; and whoso enters it, enters peace" (3:96-97) Hadrat Ibrahim (peace be upon him) laid a foundation stone for a community in a deserted place by the order of All-Mighty Allah. The he settled his wife, Hajira, and his son, Ishmael, at this place. There was no water at this place and it was not a part of any thoroughfare. The ultimate goal of this unparalleled sacrifice was that his place should serve as a center of universal guidance; that from the progeny of Hadrat Ishmael living in this area would come the greatest prophet whose advent marked the sole cause for the creation of this universe and who would be a mercy for all mankind. The teaching that he brought down would be for the entire world and for all times. In spite of having no sign of any provisions at this place, Hadrat Ibrahim's (peace be upon him) expectations were superceded. Allah made provisions for water at that place. Slowly the place became populated and was called Becca or Mecca. This was the place where Hadrat Ibrahim (peace be upon him) found lost signs of the first House of Allah that was built for His worship and re-built this house with the help of his son. He fervently prayed to Allah to make this house the "Place for Humanity".

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[lilflipplaya]

I was there Hajj 2010 Maansha Allah...I hope I go back soon Insha Allah

[harefizx]

crowded conditions can not be allowed to see Abraham's feet ... except when free for all ...

[madisonlovesyahh]

great!! thanks now i have reciveed extra credit in ss!!!

[rk2962]

Amazing view

[rasengankhan]

wow thats amazing