Religious Sites

Damascus: Historical and Religious Significance in Islam
Explore the city of Damascus, known as Dimashq in Arabic. Uncover its rich history, religious significance, and its notable absence in the Qur'an. Learn about Jalālu ʾd-dīn Suyūt̤ī's perspectives and the remarkable Umayyad Mosque.
Aṣ-Ṣakhrah (الصخرة)
Explore the sacred rock known as Aṣ-Ṣakhrah, its historical, religious, and architectural significance in Islamic tradition, and its role in the spirituality of Muslim, Christian, and Jewish communities.

Dictionary of Islam

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