Medina being one of the two holiest cities for Muslims around the world make it a very important destination for everyone visiting The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for Hajj or an Umrah tour. Medina is centered around the Al Masjid an Nabawi, also known as the Prophet’s Mosque (Masjid e Nabi) which was built by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) himself. It is also the place he was buried.Commonly known as Medina or Madinah, it is officially Al Medina Al Munawwarah, meaning “the Enlightened City.” because of the city's important role in the life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Medina is the city where Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) lived and taught after the migration from Makkah in 622 A.D., called Hijrah. This year is so important in the history of Islam that it marks the start of the Islamic calendar.
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Medina is considered the second holiest city of Islam, after Mecca, it means the ‘City of the Prophet’. Historically, Medina (In 622) became the seat of prophet Mohammad’s (PBHU) growing movement after the Hijra. Prophet Mohammad was invited to come and live in Yathrib (the old name of Medina) in 622.
Madina’s importance as a holy city for Muslims derives from the presence of the Masjid al Nabawi, the Mosque of the Prophet. The first mosque of Islam is also located in Medinah and is known as Masjid al-Quba, the Quba Mosque. Just imagine the sights and places you will discover in this holy city on your Umrah.
Due to many places to visit in Medina, it is best to choose an Umrah packages provided by certified travel operators and agencies. Where should you go first?
There are plenty of other places to visit, some of which combines sightseeing & activities.
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What are some important facts about Al Masjid an Nabawi (The Prophet’s Mosque) in Madinah, Saudi Arabia?
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What should we know about Quba Mosque in Madinah?
Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his followers made a stop in the village of Quba after the migration from Makkah to Medina in 622. This is where Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) laid the foundation stone of the world’s first mosque. Worshippers have been gathering in Quba Mosque ever since.
The current building is a more recent construction though.
Quba Mosque was outside the boundaries of Madinah at that time however the mosque and the surrounding area have been fully absorbed by the city of Madinah now. Almost every pilgrim visits Quba Mosque and the nearby Quba City Market selling dates, perfumes, and many more things.
What should we know about Mount Uhud?
Mount Uhud is the place northeast of Madinah city center where Muslim forces led by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) battled troops of Quraish from Makkah.
The Battle of Uhud is the second most important battle in early Islamic history. According to the Islamic calendar, it was fought on the 3rd Shawwal 3 AH
Today, the battlefield of Uhud is a major pilgrimage site.
The mountain (Uhud) rises about 3,500 feet (1,077 meters), and it can be climbed to have a better view and observe the battlefield. The Uhud Martyrs Cemetery is also nearby, where 85 of the fallen Muslim soldiers are buried.
What are the Important things to remember about the Talbiyah Prayer?
The prophet Muhammad (PBUH) used to recite the Talbiyah prayer with four brief pauses. The Sunnah method of reciting the Talbiyah is as below:
Talbiyah in the Arabic language is as below:
Labbayk allahumma labbayk(a), labbayka la sharika laka labbayk(a), inna l-?amda wa n-ni’mata, laka wa l-mulk(a), la sharika lak
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