Very beautiful place, very nice call to prayer. Loved place. People are very kind. Even we congratulated each other after prayer
Al-Aqsa Mosque
A common misconception regarding the Dome of the Rock, which is perhaps the image most associated with the Temple Mount, is that it is a mosque.
In fact, it is a shrine whose significance is derived from the Foundation Stone, which lies at its heart. Indeed, the Al-Aqsa Mosque (Al Masjid Al-Aqsa in Arabic), often confused with the Dome of the Rock, is where Muslims worship when they come to the Mount, which is considered the third holiest site to Islam after Mecca and Medina.
The mosque is the second oldest in the world, after the Kaaba in Mecca. Although Muslim tradition dates Al-Aqsa back to Isaac’s son, Jacob, the mosque was first built at its present location by the Ummayad Caliph Abd al-Malik and his son al-Walid, and completed in 705 CE. In the ensuing centuries, the structure was destroyed by earthquakes several times, always to be restored by the ruling caliph.
The mosque’s name, Al-Aqsa, literally means “the farthest,” and is a reference to Muhammad’s “Night Journey” from Mecca. In this context, “farthest” means “farthest from Mecca” and is widely believed to connote Jerusalem, although the Koran does not mention the city by name.
Besides the different usages, another thing that distinguishes the Al-Aqsa Mosque from the Dome of the Rock is its design. As opposed to the Dome of Rock’s Byzantine style, Al-Aqsa Mosque is characteristic of early Islamic architecture. It is 35,000 square meters in size and its larger precincts can contain up to 400,000 worshipers. It has four minarets and a beautiful, tile-covered facade with 14 Romanesque arches. The Al-Aqsa Mosque’s main ablution fountain, known as al-Kas (“the cup”), which is used by worshipers to wash their arms and legs, is located between Al-Aqsa and the Dome of the Rock. It dates back to 709 CE.
The mosque is on the southern end of the Temple Mount, which visitors can access from the Western Wall plaza. Tourists must dress modestly, and women should cover their hair. Shoes are not allowed inside the mosque, but instead are left outside on shelves or carpeting.
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“If you can't go send oil to be used- Bukhari”
To try and explain this place in words is difficult but here goes. Built on rock that includes bait-ul-maqdis the first qibla and the qibly masjid as well as various different monuments of the companions of the prophet pbuh and prophets. Try to understand that every prophet has prayed together behind the perfect one...
MoreTo try and explain this place in words is difficult but here goes. Built on rock that includes bait-ul-maqdis the first qibla and the qibly masjid as well as various different monuments of the companions of the prophet pbuh and prophets. Try to understand that every prophet has prayed together behind the perfect one - mind boggles. Every muslim has to go nd see the 3rd holiest site in islam. The bad bits, you have to keep your passport with you safe at all times to prove to the guards at the masjid doors that you are a tourist. There is plenty of walking and not much can be done my wheel chair.
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This is one of the holiest places for Muslims, in occupied Jerusalem. I encourage every Muslim and every peaceful person to visit it and enjoy the most beautiful place on earth
“Holy and Peaceful”
Near the Dome of Rock situated Al Aqsa Mosque having much holy and peaceful environment with much architectural beauty.
“Al-aqsa, first Qibla.”
Mashallah what a beautiful mosque, the al-Aqsa mosque is located directly behind the dome of the rock. You can get to it by walking through the old city. It's about a 10-15 minute walk. The mosque itself is an ottoman design and has s grey dome. It is very big and spacious with bright...
MoreMashallah what a beautiful mosque, the al-Aqsa mosque is located directly behind the dome of the rock. You can get to it by walking through the old city. It's about a 10-15 minute walk. The mosque itself is an ottoman design and has s grey dome. It is very big and spacious with bright red carpets. Men & women can pray inside but on opposite ends. The mosque is guarded on the outside by al-aqsa staff and inside the staff ensure the mosque is clean and tidy. All women must be modestly dressed and well covered if they want to enter. There are lots of small rooms where you are in an elevated position and can see views of Jerusalem city, the tunnels and grave yard are below you. Beneath is the Al-aqsa library and another mosque. In total I think there's about 8 mosques in the al-Aqsa compound. I recommend you visit in s group and guide as there's a real deal of knowledge to be learned in the holy land. I found people asking for money, please don't give anyone anything. There is the Al-Aqsa office where you can donate for Sadqa and Zikaat.
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