First of all, the pilgrimage is the 5th pillar of Islam. It is compulsory for all Muslims who can afford it to make it at least once in their lives. It should be emphasised that pilgrims are subject to certain rules during the pilgrimage. Let's take a look at the rules governing hunting during the pilgrimage. The judgement on hunting during the pilgrimage: what does the Koran say?Read More
The Kaaba is undeniably the most sacred place for Muslims. What's more, it contains the black stone, which is also important in Islam. So let's take a look at all that in this article. Black stone and Kaaba: how they are mentioned in the Koran To begin with, Allah mentions the Kaaba in His Noble Book in verses 96-97 of Sura Al Imran. In other words, He says: "The first House that...Read More
But what is in the Kaaba? It's true that this question can cross a Muslim's mind, but very few know the answer. We will try to answer it in this article. What's in the Kaaba? A well-kept secret Because it is located at the centre of the sacred Al Haram mosque, the Kaaba plays a vital role for believers. In fact, it is the qibla...Read More
Jabal Arafat or Mount Arafat is a hill located to the east of Mecca, about 20 km away. This small hill is also known as the Mount of Mercy. Let's take a look at this unique place together! Mount Arafat: what is it? Mount Arafat is the place where the Prophet ('alayhi salat wa salam) stood and delivered the farewell sermon to...Read More
When it comes to the weather in Saudi Arabia, we expect high temperatures. However, you should be aware that it can snow. And yes, snow in Saudi Arabia is not uncommon. So take a look at the weather. Does it snow in Saudi Arabia? The answer is yes! In fact, it's not uncommon during the winter to see snow in the mountains of the northern regions. However, it is always spectacular....Read More
