The Prophet’s Mosque (Arabic: Al-Masjid an-Nabawi) is one of the holiest sites in Islam, second only to the Masjid al-Haram in Makkah. It is located in Madinah (Medina), Saudi Arabia.
🕌 Key Highlights of the Prophet’s Mosque:
🌟 1. Historical Significance
- Built by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in 622 CE after his migration from Makkah (Hijrah).
- Initially a simple structure, it was gradually expanded over centuries by various Islamic rulers.
🌟 2. The Green Dome
- Located directly above the Prophet’s burial chamber.
- Beneath the Green Dome lie the graves of:
- Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
- Abu Bakr As-Siddiq (RA) – the first Caliph
- Umar ibn Al-Khattab (RA) – the second Caliph
🌟 3. Rawdah (The Garden of Paradise)
- Area between the Prophet’s grave and his pulpit.
- Considered a piece of Jannah (Paradise).
- Prophet ﷺ said: “What is between my house and my pulpit is a garden from the gardens of Paradise.”
(Sahih al-Bukhari)
🌟 4. Architectural Beauty
- Features stunning Ottoman and modern Islamic architecture.
- Large retractable umbrellas provide shade in the courtyard.
- Over 100 gates, multiple minarets, and capacity for more than a million worshippers during peak times.
🌟 5. Place of Spiritual Peace
- Many Muslims visit during Umrah or Hajj to offer prayers, send Salawat (blessings) upon the Prophet, and seek nearness to Allah in this sacred space.
🧕 Etiquette When Visiting
- Dress modestly and behave respectfully.
- Refrain from taking photos in certain areas.
- Visit with the intention (niyyah) of Ibadah (worship), not sightseeing.
