Facts about Masjid Aqsa

Masjid Aqsa holds great importance in Islam as it is the second mosque of the world. It keeps a special place in our heart because the Holy Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) was transported from Mecca to Al-Aqsa during the night expedition (Miraj). It is situated on the small mount in the old city of Jerseulem and has great historic significance. All of Allah’s messengers prayed together, which was the most extraordinary congregation in the world. This place holds value in other religions too. This land has many clandestine and tales to enlighten, but in present years, it has come under great difficulties. Here are some facts you must know about this sacred and the historical place.

First Qibla for Muslims

Al-Aqsa holds a special place in the life of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) and his companions for lots of reasons. Al-Aqsa is one of the sacred places in Islam as Muslims initially perform their prayers in the direction of it. It is also known as the worship place and Muslims pray daily in the direction of the Noble Sanctuary, which is called Al-Aqsa now. And during the prayers, Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) ordered to take the Kaaba as Qibla through revelation.

It’s not just a Mosque

Yes, there is a misconception that we think one building at the southernmost corner of the Masjid is the Al-Aqsa, but the fact is multiple mosques on this place are known as Al-Aqsa. It is closest to Qibla that’s why it is usually called as Qibla Mosque and sometimes it is referred to as Haram Al-Sharif. So the entire complex is Masjid-Al-Aqsa and other mosques are also on this site have historical importance.

The Dome of the Rock

The beautiful gold dome was originally wooden with each brass or ceramic and the gold color given by Khalifa Ustmaniyyah Sulayman. And the gold dome rocked and looked differently. The iconic dome originally was built approximately thousand years later during the rule of Ottoman Khalifah and the unique gold layer was added to the dome that now looks astounded. It is said that the dome of the rock is the first dome, whichever to be used in Islamic architecture.

A slaughterhouse

It is used to be as a slaughterhouse during the first war when the Crusaders took over the city Jerusalem. They found many hidden Muslims who are trying to keep them safe. They killed approximately 70,000 Muslims in the mosque and later, they built their stables for their animals.

It is a burial ground

There are certainly many Prophets and Sahabas are buried there, but there is not a precise record. The burial ground is also said to be resting place of Hazrat Sulaiman (A.S) as we know that He was passed away there.

Legendary pulpit

The greatest hero of Islam, Nooruddin Zengi had a unique pulpit built in the Masjid Al Aqsa when it would be finally retaken from the crusaders. The pulpit was not only beautiful but also has individuality in structure. Salahuddin accomplished the wish of his teacher and released the Jerusalem and installed member there again. It is still considered the work of legend among craftsmen.

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