Islamic Quotes on Ka’aba. Ka’aba is known as the House of Allah ( the sacred house.) Ka’aba has been built by the Prophet Ibrahim AS and his son Isma’il AS on the instructions of Allah SWT himself. It was revealed to Prophet Ibrahim that he should make a house for Allah SWT for worshipping Him.
In today’s times, Muslims all over the world come and gather under one roof that is called Ka’aba and worship Allah SWT. Hajj and Umrah are performed at Makkah where Ka’aba is situated. Muslims have a deep connection and love for the House of Allah. Muslims face the Ka’ba in prayer, but they worship Allah alone, not the building.
WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF KA’ABA IN ISLAM?
↓ 17 – Why Muslims Bow To The Ka’aba?
↓ 16 – Meaning of Ka’ba
The word Ka’ba is an Arabic word which means ‘cube’ as Ka’ba is a cubical shaped building. The Quran refers to it as “My House” (Baytiya) when Allah SWT commands Ibrahim AS to purify it (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:125 and Surah Al-Hajj 22:26), and it is commonly called Baytullah, the House of Allah SWT. It is the Holy place for the Muslims who come together to worship Allah SWT. Here are 50 Best Allah Quotes and Sayings with Images.
↓ 15 – History And Building Of Ka’aba
Ka’ba has been the house of worship for the Muslims for centuries. This house had been built by Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) and his son Hazrat Ismail (AS) on the instructions of Allah SWT. It’s said that before Ka’ba was only a rectangular structure without a roof. Later, Quresh rebuilt it and the door was raised above the ground level in order to prevent it from floods. During the times of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), disbelievers had put their pagan Gods idols inside the Ka’ba when prophet Muhammad PBUH was driven out of Makkah. When he came back, he had thrown away all the idols and claimed it to be for the worship for Allah SWT only. Go through this short video to further understand the story about the building of Ka’aba.
14- Foundations of Ka’ba
The Quran says itself that the foundations of Ka’ba have been laid by Hazrat Ibrahim AS and his son Ismail AS. Ibrahim AS came to Islmail AS saying that Allah had asked him to build a house for Him. As narrated by Ibn Abbas (RA) in Sahih al-Bukhari, Ibrahim AS said to his son.
“O Isma’il! Allah has given me an order.” Isma’il said: “Do what your Lord has ordered you to do.” Ibrahim asked: “Will you help me?” Isma’il said: “I will help you.” Ibrahim said: “Allah has ordered me to build a house here,” pointing to a hillock higher than the land.
The narration then says that they raised the foundations of the House of Allah SWT.
As Allah says in the Quran
13- Modifications of Ka’ba
Hazrat Ibrahim AS and his son Isma’il AS built the Ka’ba in a rectangular shape. History says it didn’t have a roof before and it was just a rectangular structure. It has been modified a number of times. Before the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) received revelation, the Quraysh of Makkah rebuilt it, and he helped settle the dispute over placing the Black Stone. They did not complete it on the original foundations, which is why part of it (the Hateem) was left outside the walls. Since then it had been modified by a number of people. It is said that the color of the cloth of Ka’ba had also changed during modifications and was changed to black.
12- Size of Ka’ba
Ka’ba has been rebuilt and modified many times by the Muslims. It had also been affected by the floods and fire but Allah SWT helped Muslims to rebuild it. Today, the Ka’ba stands roughly 13 to 15 meters tall with thick walls. Exact measurements vary slightly between sources, and the interior floor is raised above the ground of Masjid al-Haram where people perform Tawaf.
11- Position of Ka’ba
The holy Ka’ba is present in the city of Makkah. Allah SWT had commanded Ibrahim AS to build a House of worship, Ka’ba, at a place that some early scholars report to be directly beneath Baitul Ma’moor, which is present on the seventh heaven where every day 70,000 angels worship Allah SWT and perform Salah and they never return.
10- Quranic Ayat on Ka’aba
Qibla is known as the direction of namaz in Islam. The Qiblah for the Muslims before was towards ‘Baitul Muqadis’ (Jerusalem) which was also Jews’ direction of prayers. Later Allah ordered to change the Qiblah and it was made towards the holy Ka’ba. Here are 30 Islamic Inspirational Quotes For Difficult Times.
9- The First House Of Worship
Ka’ba is known as the house of Allah SWT and it gathers all Muslims from all over the world just to worship Allah SWT alone. Allah himself in the Quran mentions His house as the first house of worship for the Muslims.
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8- Kiswa
Kiswah is known as the cloth that drapes the Holy Ka’ba and is replaced once a year, traditionally in the month of Dhul Hijjah. During the times of Prophet Muhammad PBUH, kiswah was draped over Kaba by the holy prophet himself. Since then, it is maintained that Kaba should be covered with kiswah. It was made in Egypt but later, King Abdul Aziz of Saudi Arabia established a factory solely for the purpose of making the kiswah in the country. Since then, it is made in Saudi Arabia. It is black in cover and has verses written from the Quran. A new kiswah is made every year.
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7- Hajj and Umrah
Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam. If a Muslim can afford, it’s fardh on him to go to Makkah to perform Hajj. Umrah is considered obligatory once in a lifetime by the Shafi’i and Hanbali schools, and sunnah mu’akkadah by the Hanafi and Maliki schools; it is not a condition for performing Hajj. During Hajj and Umrah, Muslims gather at Masjid al-Haram to worship Allah SWT around Ka’ba. It’s necessary to perform tawaf around The house of Allah SWT. This worship nourishes Iman and a person realize the true essence of Ibadat. Pilgrims also often learn about Zamzam water and visit Madinah (see things to do in Medina). Here is a complete guide on How To Perform Hajj.
6- Tawaf Around Ka’ba
Tawaf means walking around the Ka’ba seven times in anticlockwise direction starting from Hajar Al Aswad. Tawaf or circumambulation around the Ka’ba symbolizes the unity of all Muslims. This proves a believer’s submission to Allah Almighty alone. It is necessary to do tawaf during hajj and umrah. The Prophet (SAW) performed seven rounds, and that is the established practice. Some scholars offer spiritual reflections on the number, but the real reason is known to Allah alone.
5- Quran about Ka’ba
4- The Black Stone
The black stone or Hajr Al Aswad is situated on the eastern corner of the Ka’ba. Some reports say it was given to Hazrat Ibrahim AS by Hazrat Jibrael AS, but this detail is not established from the Prophet (SAW). What is authentically reported is that it came from Jannah and was white in color. Ibn Abbas RA narrated that the Prophet PBUH said:
“The Black Stone came down from Paradise and it was whiter than milk, but the sins of the sons of Adam turned it black.” [Tirmidhi]
3- Names of Ka’ba
Ka’aba is also known as ‘Bayt al Allah’ (the house of Allah). In the Quran, it has also been referred as ‘Al Bayt Al Atiq’ (the old house), ‘Al Bayt’ (the house), ‘Al Bayt Al Haram’ (the sacred house).
2- Guardianship of Ka’aba
The caretaking responsibility of Kaaba belongs to the Shaibi Family for centuries. At first, it belonged to Hazrat Ibrahim AS then to Ismail AS. It was then forcibly taken from them by the different tribes. Later, it came back to the descendants of Ismail AS. During the times of Prophet Muhammad PBUH, Usman Ibn Talha had it. When the Prophet (SAW) returned to Makkah at the Conquest, he took the key from Uthman ibn Talha (RA) and entered the Ka’ba. Ali (RA) is reported to have asked that the keys be given to Banu Hashim, but the Prophet (SAW) returned them to Uthman ibn Talha, and the verse commanding that trusts be returned to their owners (Surah An-Nisa 4:58) is reported to have been revealed in this connection. The keys have remained with the Shaybi family since. Here’s a short video that shoes you a 360 View inside the ka’aba:
1- Love for Ka’ba
The love for Ka’ba is present in the heart of every Muslim. It is the house of Allah and the house of worship for all the Muslims. It symbolizes the oneness of Allah and Muslims have a deep love for this sacred of Allah SWT.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who built the Kaaba?
The Quran says that Ibrahim (AS) and his son Ismail (AS) raised the foundations of the House (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:127). It was later rebuilt several times, including by the Quraysh before the prophethood of Muhammad (SAW).
Do Muslims worship the Kaaba?
No. Muslims face the Kaaba as the direction of prayer (qibla) and circle it in tawaf, but all worship is for Allah alone.
Why do Muslims face the Kaaba in prayer?
Allah commanded the believers to turn towards the Sacred Mosque in prayer (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:144), which unites Muslims around the world in one direction.
Is Umrah obligatory?
Scholars differ: the Shafi’i and Hanbali schools consider it obligatory once in a lifetime, while the Hanafi and Maliki schools consider it a confirmed sunnah. Hajj, by contrast, is obligatory once for those who are able. See our guide on how to perform Hajj.
Can I kiss or touch the Black Stone?
It is sunnah to kiss or touch it if this can be done without harming or pushing others. If the crowd is too heavy, pointing towards it while saying takbir is sufficient. For personal rulings, please ask a qualified scholar.