Question 1

During pilgrimage to Makkah, where do muslims begin their circumambulation?

Accepted Answer

During pilgrimage to Makkah, Muslims begin their circumambulation of the Holy Kaaba from this stone, which holds symbolic importance.

Question 2

Do muslims worship the black stone?

Accepted Answer

No they dont, the black stone is not an object of worship.

Question 3

Is there any historical evidence indicating that  the black stone is not an object of worship?

Accepted Answer

The city of Makkah was attacked by the Qaramatians in 930 C.E. they massacred numerous pilgrims, desecrated the sacred sites, and relocated the black stone in Al Hasa Bahrain. The stone was returned in 952 C.E. for around twenty five years, the stone was displaced from its original position, yet Muslims did not direct their prayers towards Al Hasa during that time, nor were the duties of salah and Hajj halted. Had it been an object of worship, there would have been significant distress following the unfortunate incident.

What is the significance of The Blackstone, Hajar Al aswad in Islam

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