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The Dome of the Rock is a shrine in Jerusalem built in the late 7th century CE that is the oldest extant Islamic monument in the world, believed to be the site of Muhammad’s ascent to heaven (the Mi‘raj). Its structure and ornamentation are rooted in the Byzantine architectural tradition.
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Interior view of the Dome of the Rock (Qubbat al-Sakhra), Jerusalem, 691–92 (Umayyad), stone masonry, wooden roof, decorated with glazed ceramic tile, mosaics, and gilt aluminum and bronze dome, with multiple renovations, patron the Caliph Abd al-Malik (photo: Virtutepetens, CC BY-SA 4.0)
Characteristics of the interior: This rock is believed to be the place from where the Prophet Muhammed (ﷺ) ascended to heaven (mi’raj) during his night journey to Jerusalem. It is the opinion of some scholars that the angel Israfeel (عليه السلام) will blow the soor (trumpet) from this place to herald the Day of Judgement.
Aug 15, 2023 · HISTORY & CULTURE. An unprecedented look inside one of Jerusalem’s holiest—and most controversial—landmarks. The Dome of the Rock, an architectural masterpiece and Islam’s third most...
Dec 6, 2023 · Interior view of the Dome of the Rock (Qubbat al-Sakhra), Jerusalem, 691–92 (Umayyad), stone masonry, wooden roof, decorated with glazed ceramic tile, mosaics, and gilt aluminum and bronze dome, with multiple renovations, patron the Caliph Abd al-Malik (photo: Virtutepetens, CC BY-SA 4.0)
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