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It is one of the ritual worships commanded by God and prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Kabaa was built by Hazrat Ibrahim (Abraham) peace be upon him. After it was built, Allah taught Ibrahim (Abraham) to worship him by taking seven rounds around Kaba.
Hazrat Ibrahim was a prophet who reached the conclusion... oneness of Allah.... himself, we Muslims perform many rituals which Allah made wajib to give respect to Hazrat Ibrahim. Moreover, circles around one center signifies oneness of Allah.
Ka'abah is the Qiblah i.e. the direction Muslims face during their prayers. It is important to note that though Muslims face the Ka'abah during prayers, they do not worship the Ka'abah. Muslims worship and bow to none but Allaah.
It is mentioned in Surah Baqarah: "We see the turning of thy face (for guidance) to the heavens: now shall We turn thee to a Qiblah that shall please thee. Turn then thy face in the direction of the Sacred Mosque: wherever ye are, turn your faces in that direction." [Al-Qur'ân 2:144]
1. Islam believes in fostering unity
For instance, if Muslims want to offer Salaah (Prayer), it is possible that some may wish to face north, while some may wish to face south. In order to unite Muslims in their worship of the One True God, Muslims, wherever they may be, are asked to face in only one direction i.e. towards the Ka'abah. If some Muslims live towards the west of the Ka'abah they face the east. Similarly if they live towards the east of the Ka'abah they face the west.
2. Ka'abah is at the Centre of the World Map
The Muslims were the first people to draw the map of the world. They drew the map with the south facing upwards and north downwards. The Kaaba was at the centre. Later, western cartographers drew the map upside down with the north facing upwards and south downwards. Yet, Alhamdullilah the Ka'abah is at the centre of the world map.
3. Tawaf around Ka'abah for indicating one God
When the Muslims go to Masjid-e-Haram in Makkah, they perform tawaf or circumambulation round the Ka'abah. This act symbolizes the belief and worship of One God, since, just as every circle has one centre, so also there is only one Allah (swt) worthy of worship.
4. Hadith of Umar (may Allaah be pleased with him)
Regarding the black stone, hajr-e-aswad, there is a Hadeeth (tradition), attributed to the illustrious companion of the Prophet Muhammed (pbuh), Umar (may Allah be pleased with him).
According to Sahih Bukhari, Volume 2, book of Hajj, chapter 56, H.No. 675. Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) said, "I know that you are a stone and can neither benefit nor harm. Had I not seen the Prophet (pbuh) touching (and kissing) you, I would never have touched (and kissed) you".
5. People stood on Ka'abah and gave the adhaan
At the time of the Prophet, people even stood on the Ka'abah and gave the 'adhaan' or the call to prayer. One may ask those who allege that Muslims worship the Ka'abah; which idol worshipper stands on the idol he worships?
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What is the importanceof theKa'aba to the Muslims?
Ka'abah is a building refers to where should Muslims face when they do there prayers and it is also the center of "Tawaf" when people do Umrah & Hajj
What is the story behind tawaf?
Tawaf is the Islamic ritual of circling the Kaaba in Mecca during the Hajj pilgrimage. It symbolizes the unity of Muslims around the world and their focus on the worship of one God. Tawaf represents the idea of seeking closeness to Allah and the act of submission and devotion.
What is the name of the old temple in Mecca?
What you termed as "the old temple" in Mecca is not really a temple. It is regarded as the House of Allah where Muslims face when they pray to Allah. It is called the "Kaabah". Muslims all over the world will face towards the 'Kaabah' when they perform their prayers. Muslims also circle the Kaabah seven times anticlockwise when the perform the ritual 'Tawaf' during the Hajj season as one of the seven mandatory acts of the Total Hajj Pilgrimage.
Which non-living thing did the tawaf of HOLY KA'BA?
The tawaf of the Holy Ka'ba is performed by Muslims as part of the pilgrimage known as Hajj. The Ka'ba is a sacred structure located in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, and is a focal point of worship in Islam. The tawaf consists of circling the Ka'ba seven times in a counterclockwise direction.
What do Muslims touch while doing tawaf?
While performing Tawaf (seven rounds to the Ka'aba) Muslims touch the corner place of Rukney Yemani by both hands or one hand. It is not allowed to kiss or show by hand a sign. If possible you can or allowed to touch without hurting, giving trouble to other Muslim.
What are 3 rituals Muslims practice in there daily prayers?
When Muslims visit the Kaaba, they circle it counterclockwise seven times, while offering supplications to God. This ritual is called "tawaf." If possible, Muslims may pause in their tawaf to kiss or touch the Black Stone, an ancient stone set into one corner of the Kaaba, which is, itself, made of stone. Muslims touch or kiss the black stone because it was a practice of Prophet Muhammad, God bless him and grant him peace, but it is not required. After having completed tawaf, Muslims face the Kaabah and offer two rakats (units) of salat (formal prayer.) They also may drink water from the Zamzam well, and offer supplications (personal prayers) of repentance and asking for help. Tawaf may be performed as an act of worship in itself, or it may be offered as part of either Umrah (minor pilgrimmage) or Hajj (major pilgrimmage.)
What is the Muslim hajj?
Hajj four facts Where does Muslims do Hajj? Muslims pray in the Kaaba. Why does Muslims do Hajj? Once, Mohamed sad to Muslims, that third best think after belief to Allah is excellent Hajj. What are they doing when they get there? They are praying & praise Allah-it is calling Tawaf
What countries did muslims come from to perform hajj?
The Muslims from all over the world come to Mecca to perform Hajj.
Which Muslims do not have to perform the pilgrimage?
Muslims who cannot afford to financially and Muslims who are not well enough in health.
Can you perform tawaf for someone else?
Yes. One simply needs to make an intention before beginning the tawaaf. The tawaaf can be performed for a living or deceased person.
What does tawaf teach Muslims?
Tawaf teaches Muslims:Obedience and following the Islam ritual worshipsRemembering the time when prophet Abraham (pece be upon him) left Hagar with her baby Ismael in this areaPraying to Allah (or God in English and same God in Christianity and Judaism) requesting his forgiveness and asking for his Paradise and blessings.knowing that they are part of the whole universe: all planets rotate around the sun, electrons rotate around the atom nucleus, and Muslims rotate around Ka'ba.
What do Muslims circumambulate seven times when theyarrive in Mecca at the beginning of the hajj?
Muslims go around the Ka'abah seven times in an anti-clockwise motion because this is what prophet Muhammad did (Peace be upon Him). Muslims follow in the footsteps of Muhammad. Muslims also do this because Allah revealed this is what is required of Hajj. Going around the Ka'abah is often called Tawaf.
