What Quran says about Kaba?

 

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The Kaaba, also known as the Sacred House, holds immense significance in Islam. It is the holiest site in Islam and serves as the qibla, the direction Muslims face during their prayers. The Quran and Hadith provide profound insights into the importance of the Kaaba.

Quranic Verses about the Kaaba

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Surah Al-Baqarah (2:125):

> "And [mention] when We made the House a place of return for the people and [a place of] security. And take, [O believers], from the standing place of Abraham a place of prayer. And We charged Abraham and Ishmael, [saying], 'Purify My House for those who perform Tawaf and those who are staying [there] for worship and those who bow and prostrate [in prayer].'"

2. 

Surah Al-Baqarah (2:144):

> "We have certainly seen the turning of your face, [O Muhammad], toward the heaven, and We will surely turn you to a qibla with which you will be pleased. So turn your face toward al-Masjid al-Haram. And wherever you [believers] are, turn your faces toward it."

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Surah Aal-Imran (3:96-97):

> "Indeed, the first House [of worship] established for mankind was that at Makkah – blessed and a guidance for the worlds. In it are clear signs [such as] the standing place of Abraham. And whoever enters it shall be safe. And [due] to Allah from the people is a pilgrimage to the House – for whoever is able to find thereto a way. But whoever disbelieves – then indeed, Allah is free from need of the worlds."

4. 

Surah Al-Ma'idah (5:97):

> "Allah has made the Ka‘bah, the Sacred House, standing for the people and [has sanctified] the sacred months and the sacrificial animals and the garlands [by which they are identified]. That is so you may know that Allah knows what is in the heavens and what is in the earth and that Allah is Knowing of all things."

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Surah Al-Hajj (22:26-27):

> "And [mention, O Muhammad], when We designated for Abraham the site of the House, [saying], 'Do not associate anything with Me and purify My House for those who perform Tawaf and those who stand [in prayer] and those who bow and prostrate. And proclaim to the people the Hajj [pilgrimage]; they will come to you on foot and on every lean camel; they will come from every distant pass.'"

The Hadith further emphasizes the significance of the Kaaba:

1. 

Sahih al-Bukhari:

•  Narrated by Jabir bin Abdullah: When the Kaba was rebuilt, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and Abbas went to carry stones. Abbas said to the Prophet, "Take off and put your waist sheet over your neck so that the stones may not hurt you." But as soon as he took off his waist sheet, he fell unconscious on the ground with both his eyes towards the sky. When he came to his senses, he said, "My waist sheet! My waist sheet!" Then he tied his waist sheet around his waist.

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Sahih Muslim:

•  The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "The Kaaba will be destroyed by a man with two thin legs from Abyssinia".

Conclusion

The Kaaba is not only a physical structure but a symbol of unity and faith for Muslims worldwide. It is a place of immense spiritual significance, as highlighted by numerous Quranic verses and Hadith. The Kaaba serves as a focal point for worship and a reminder of the monotheistic faith established by Prophet Abraham and his son Ishmael.