Zamzam (Arabic زَمزَم): refers to the most renowned water well located within the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, situated approximately 21 meters from the sacred Black Stone (Hajar al-Aswad). According to historical accounts, the Zamzam spring emerged miraculously by divine will to provide water for Prophet Isma'il (a.s) and his mother, Hagar. The origin of the city of Mecca and the reconstruction of the Kaaba are believed to be closely linked to the miraculous emergence of the Zamzam spring.
For centuries, the inhabitants of Mecca depended on the Zamzam well for their water supply. However, over time, the well's presence diminished, and it eventually became obscured. The rediscovery and restoration of the well were later entrusted to Abdu al-Muttalib, the grandfather of the Prophet Muhammad (s), who was responsible for re-excavating it, thus allowing the water to flow once again.
Zamzam water holds profound religious significance for the people of Mecca and the broader Muslim community. The Prophet Muhammad (s) often drank from the well, regarding it as the purest and most blessed water on earth.
Throughout history, various efforts have been made to preserve and maintain the Zamzam well. The well has a diameter of 1.5 meters and a depth of 30 meters, and it is located 21 meters from the Kaaba. In response to the growing number of pilgrims, the water from Zamzam has been channeled to taps around the courtyard of the Masjid al-Haram, allowing for easier access to this sacred resource.
Numerous travelogues across centuries have referenced the unique aspects of Zamzam, including its proximity to the Kaaba, the dimensions of the well’s mouth, its nearness to the Black Stone, and the installation of a canopy for the muezzins near the well.
== Zamzam in Terminology ==
The term "Zamzam" is derived from the repeated root "zam," which signifies the act of restraining or gathering. Linguistically, it denotes water that is either slow-moving or abundant in flow. <ref>Mu'jam al-Buldan, vol. 3, p. 166.</ref> In religious and historical terminology, "Zamzam" refers to the revered well situated near the Kaaba in Mecca, whose origins are traditionally linked to the era of Prophet Ibrahim (a.s). <ref>Akhbār Makkah, vol. 2, p. 39.</ref>
According to Mas'udi, a historian of the 4th century AH, the Iranians, considering themselves descendants of Prophet Ibrahim (AS), would travel to Mecca during the Sassanid era. <ref>Muruju' al-Dhahab, vol. 1, p. 265.</ref> It is said that after performing the circumambulation of the Kaaba, they would murmur over the well, and for this reason, it became known as Zamzam. <ref>Lisān al-‘Arab, vol. 6, p. 85; Mu'jam al-Buldan, vol. 3, p. 166.</ref>
== Names of Zamzam ==
Due to its significance and status, Zamzam has various names. Some of these names are mentioned in a narration from Imamu Ja'far al-Sadiq (AS) as follows:
* Rakdhatu Jibril (Footsteps of Gabriel)
* Saqiya Isma'il (Watering of Isma'il)
* Hafirat Abdul-Muttalib (Well of Abdul-Muttalib)
* Al-Masunah (Precious)
* Saqiya (Watering)
* Shifa' Suqm (Healing of illness).<ref>Wasa'il, vol. 13, p. 474, H18242.
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== Origin of the Zamzam ==
According to verse 37 of Surah Ibrahim, after Prophet Abraham (pbuh) brought his wife Hajar and his son Ishmael to the arid land of Mecca, where there was no water or vegetation, <ref>Sūrat Ibrāhīm, Āyah 37.</ref> and left them there as commanded by God, they soon faced severe thirst. In search of water, Hajar made seven trips between the hills of Safa and Marwa. <ref>Tafsīr Ṣāfī, vol. 3, p. 93.</ref> On the seventh time, while she was on Marwah, she saw water gushing from beneath Isma'il’s feet.<ref>Tafsīr Ṣāfī, vol. 3, p. 93.</ref>
There are variations in the details of this incident. Some sources attribute the emergence of water from the Zamzam well to the striking of Ishmael's heel on the ground. Others suggest that it was the action of Gabriel, who appeared in human form, either by rubbing his foot or hand on the ground that caused the water to spring forth. <ref>Akhbār Makkah, vol. 2, S40; “Zamzam (2)”, p. 131.</ref>
== The Well of Zamzam ==
According to Abu al-Walid al-Azraqi, a Shafi'i historian of the 3rd century AH, the emergence of a water spring in that desolate and barren region drew the attention of animals and birds. The activity of birds near the Zamzam well caught the eye of a passing caravan from the Jurhum tribe. They approached the well, drank from its water, and filled their containers. Consequently, this tribe settled around Zamzam, leading to the establishment and growth of the city of Mecca.<ref>Akhbār Makkah, vol. 2, p. 40-41.
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== The Drying of Zamzam ==
During the leadership of Amru ibn Harith over the Jurhum tribe, there was a significant lapse in their reverence for the sanctity of the Masjid al-Haram and the Kaaba. Acting on Amru’s order, sacred objects such as the Black Stone (Hajar al-Aswad), offerings, and various items stored in the Kaaba—including weapons and swords—were thrown into the Zamzam well, which was then filled with soil. Over time, the well’s location was flattened, and its existence was gradually forgotten. <ref>Sīrat Ibn Hishām, vol. 1, Bakhsh 2, p. 111.</ref> Even when the Khuza'a tribe succeeded the Jurhum in power, the Zamzam well remained hidden and undiscovered. <ref>Sīrat Ibn Hishām, vol. 1, Bakhsh 2, p. 117.</ref>

== The Rediscovery of the Zamzam Well by Abdul-Muttalib ==
According to historical records, Abdul-Muttalib ibn Hashim, the grandfather of Prophet Muhammad (s) and the leader of the Quraysh tribe, received divine inspiration in a dream instructing him to dig the Zamzam well. Guided by the vision, Abdul-Muttalib went to the Kaaba, seeking the signs that would lead him to the exact location of the well. He discovered the signs between the two idols, "Isaf" and "Na'ila," and, with the assistance of his son Harith, began digging the ground at that location. Despite facing mockery and resistance from members of the Quraysh tribe, Abdul-Muttalib remained steadfast. When the stone lining of the well finally surfaced, he offered thanks to God, confirming the truth of his divine inspiration.
Upon completing the excavation and revealing the water, Abdul-Muttalib built a basin beside the Zamzam well. Together with his son Harith, they drew water from the well and poured it into the basin, facilitating the distribution of water to the pilgrims. <ref>Sīrat Ibn Hishām, vol. 1, Bakhsh 2, p. 142; Azraqī, Akhbār Makkah, p. 336.</ref> After digging Zamzam and finding water, Abdulmutallib revived the work of supplying water to the pilgrims and had it under his control. <ref>Sīrat Ibn Hishām, vol. 1, Bakhsh 2, p. 143.</ref>
After the conquest of Mecca, the destruction of idols, and the removal of images from the walls of the Kaaba, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was the first to wash the interior of the Kaaba with Zamzam water. This practice has been maintained up to the present day. <ref>Muttaqī al-Hindī, Kanz al-‘Ummāl fī Sunan al-Aqwāl wa al-Af‘āl, vol. 5, p. 299.</ref>
== Rulings on Zamzam Water ==
Abd al-Muttalib deemed the consumption of Zamzam water and its use for ablution as permissible (halal), but he did not allow its use for bathing. Similarly, Abbas ibn Abd al-Muttalib adhered to this view, maintaining that while Zamzam water was lawful for drinking and performing ablution, he did not consider it permissible for bathing. <ref>Fākihī, Akhbār Makkah, vol. 2, p. 63.</ref> It has been said that it is recommended for pilgrims to visit the Zamzam well after performing Tawaf and before undertaking Sa'I (jogging seven times between the hill Safa and Marwa). They are encouraged to drink from its water and perform ghusl (ritual purification). If a pilgrim is unable to perform ghusl, it is advised that they pour a small amount of Zamzam water over themselves. <ref>Jawāhir al-Kalām, vol. 19, p. 411; Silsilat Yanābī‘ al-Fiqhiyya, vol. 8, p. 461.</ref> According to Urwa al-Wuthqa, it is recommended (Mustahabbu) to wash the shroud with Zamzam water. <ref>Al-‘Urwat al-Wuthqā, vol. 2, S75.</ref> It is also recommended for an individual to recite the following supplication when drinking Zamzam water:
"'''اللّهُمّ اجْعَلْه لی عِلْماً نافِعاً و رِزْقاً واسِعاً و شِفٰاءً مِنْ کُلِّ دٰاءٍ و سَقَمٍ انَّکَ قٰادِر یا رَبَّ العالمین؛''' '''''O Allah, make it a beneficial knowledge, abundant provision, and a cure for every illness and disease. Indeed, You are the All-Powerful, O Lord of the worlds'''''." <ref>Mustadrak al-Wasa'il, vol. 9, p. 439.
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== Characteristics of the Zamzam Well ==
Azraqi reported that the Zamzam well has a depth of sixty fathoms from top to bottom. The well features water flow from three distinct points: one directly opposite the Black Stone (Hajar al-Aswad), another aligned with Safa and Abu Qubais, and a third directly opposite Marwah. In the lunar years 223 and 224 AH, to address concerns about the well potentially drying up, an additional nine fathoms were added to its depth. Subsequently, in the year 225 AH, increased rainfall and flooding led to an increase in the flow of Zamzam water. <ref>Azraqī, Akhbār Makkah, vol. 2, p. 61.</ref>
During the reign of certain Abbasid caliphs, the depth of the Zamzam well was increased. Notably, during the rule of Caliph al-Amīn (reigned 193-198 AH), the well was subjected to reinforcement and restoration efforts. <ref>Azraqī, Akhbār Makkah, vol. 2, p. 61.</ref>
The Zamzam well in its current state
Currently, the Zamzam well has a diameter of 1.5 meters and a depth of 30 meters. It is situated 21 meters from the Kaaba. The well is lined with masonry for approximately 13 meters of its depth. <ref>Zamzam, Dānishnāmah Hajj wa Harmayn Sharīfayn</ref>

== Zamzam in Narrations ==
In the teachings of Ahl al-Bayt (a.s), drinking Zamzam water is highly recommended. The Prophet Muhammad (s) frequently drank Zamzam water <ref>Sunan al-Nasā’ī, vol. 5, p. 237.</ref> and regarded it as the finest water sourced from the earth. <ref>Mustadrak, vol. 9, p. 439, H11286.</ref>
Imam Sajjad (a.s) instructed a person to make a covenant with God at the Zamzam well to seek guidance away from sins and disobedience. <ref>Suyūtī, al-Durru al-Manthūr, vol. 3, p. 223; Fākihī, Akhbār Makkah, vol. 2, p. 46.</ref>According to Aisha, the Prophet Muhammad (s) would carry Zamzam water mixed with musk and other substances. He used this water either to offer to the sick for drinking or to pour over them for healing. <ref>Shifā’ al-Gharām, vol. 1, p. 415; Sunanu al-Tirmidhī, vol. 3, p. 295.</ref>
Zamzam Throughout History
Historical records detail the evolution, restorations, and repairs of the Zamzam well across different eras. Accounts from travelers and historians provide insights into the well's features and the modifications it has undergone over time.
== Construction and Renovations ==
The initial construction of marble linings for the Zamzam well's walls and floor was initiated by Abbasid Caliph Al-Mansur (reigned 136-158 AH) and completed by his successor, Al-Mahdi (reigned 158-169 AH). Following this, the well remained exposed until the reign of Al-Mu'tasim (reigned 218-227 AH), with only a small dome covering its opening. In 220 AH, Umar ibn Faraj al-Rukhji, a writer and secretary under Al-Mu'tasim, undertook significant renovations. He installed a teak wood roof over the Zamzam well, suspended chains, and affixed lamps to them, which were lit during the pilgrimage season at night. <ref>Azraqī, Akhbār Makkah, vol. 2, S61.</ref>
In 1020 AH, Sultan Ahmed Khan ordered the installation of an iron grille situated one meter above the water level in the Zamzam well. This precaution was introduced due to incidents where individuals, driven by misguided acts of self-sacrifice, had thrown themselves into the well and perished. The grille remained in place until 1318 AH. Additionally, in 1201 AH, under the orders of Sultan Abdul Hamid Khan, an inscription was placed on the northern side of the grille, which read: "''' Zamzam water is a cure for every illness / ماء زمزم شفاء من کل داء''' " and "''' The sign between us and the hypocrites is that they do not quench their thirst with Zamzam water.''' / '''آیة ما بیننا و بین المنافقین انهم لایتضلعون من ماء زمزم''' "
<ref>Hajj dar Andīshah Islāmī, p. 184-185.</ref>
In 1383 AH, during the Saudi era, the structure covering the Zamzam well was dismantled, and a new underground facility was constructed. This included creating an entrance to the basement, allowing pilgrims direct access to the well water. However, in 1424 AH, this entrance was sealed, and the water was redirected through a network of pipes around the courtyard of the Masjid al-Haram. This modification provided faucets for pilgrims to drink from and expanded the circumambulating area. <ref>Bi-iru Zamzam, Taṭwīr wa Tashghīl al-Idārah al-‘Āmmāh li Taqnīyat al-Ma’lumāt bi al-Ri-āsah al-‘Āmmāh li Shu-ūni al-Masjid al-Ḥarām wa al-Masjid al-Nabawī.</ref>
According to Saudi sources, Zamzam water is transported through a four-kilometer pipeline and stored in a 5,000-cubic-meter reservoir. The water undergoes purification and sterilization processes before being bottled in five-liter containers. Additionally, Zamzam water is dispensed through drinking fountains within the Masjid al-Haram and is also transported to the Prophet's Mosque in Medina for the benefit of pilgrims. <ref>Riḥlat Mā’u Zamzam min al-Bi-iri ilā an Yarwī Dhama-u al-Mu’minīna”, Khabar Guzārī Akhbārnā.</ref>
== Zamzam in Travelogues ==
Travelogues from different centuries provide detailed descriptions of Zamzam, noting its distance from the Kaaba, the dimensions of its mouth, and its proximity to the Black Stone (Hajar al-Aswad). <ref>33. Rahāward Safar (Ghazīdat Safarnāmah Nāṣir Khosrow), p. 122; Muḥammad ibn Aḥmad ibn Jubayr, Safarnāmah Ibn Jubayr, p. 126; Ibn Baṭṭūṭah, Safarnāmah, vol. 1, p. 189.</ref>These accounts often highlight its function as a site where pilgrims perform ablution,<ref>Ibn Baṭṭūṭah, Safarnāmeh, J1, p. 189.</ref> the presence of surrounding pools, and the construction of a canopy near the well for the convenience of muezzins. Refer to: Hajj in Islamic Thought, (Haj Dar Andīshe Islamī) p. 180-185.
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Zamzam

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Saasamar:

'''The goals and effects of Hajj''': Hajj, as described in the Qur'an and detailed in Hadith literature, encompasses both spiritual and material dimensions that deeply affect a Muslim's life. The Qur'an, particularly in verses 27 and 28 of Surah Al-Hajj, outlines the manifold benefits associated with this sacred pilgrimage:

وَأَذِّن فِی ٱلنَّاسِ بِٱلۡحَجِّ یَأۡتُوکَ رِجَالٗا وَعَلَیٰ کُلِّ ضَامِرٖ یَأۡتِینَ مِن کُلِّ فَجٍّ عَمِیقٖ لِّیَشۡهَدُواْ مَنَافِعَ لَهُمۡ ... ""And proclaim to mankind the Hajj. They will come to you on foot and on every lean camel, coming from every remote path, that they may witness benefits for themselves and mention the Name of Allah on known days over the beast of flocks that He has provided them. So eat thereof, and feed the poor and needy."

This divine directive highlights that Hajj brings significant rewards, both in this world and the hereafter.

The spiritual significance of Hajj is profound, offering pilgrims an opportunity for repentance and divine forgiveness. It serves as a moment of renewal, allowing Muslims to cleanse themselves of past sins and recommit to their faith. Additionally, the pilgrimage fosters self-discipline, humility, and a heightened sense of piety, encouraging personal growth and moral development. The experience also strengthens one's faith, reinforcing spiritual convictions and deepening the connection with God. Through the rituals of Hajj, pilgrims reaffirm their allegiance to Islamic values and their association with the legacy of the Prophets.

On the material side, Hajj is associated with various worldly benefits. The pilgrimage often enhances social bonds and provides economic opportunities, as it brings together Muslims from diverse backgrounds and fosters communal solidarity. Furthermore, the obligation to assist those in need during Hajj underscores its role in promoting social welfare and alleviating poverty.

The Hadiths of the Imams (AS), preserved in Shia traditions, expand on these benefits, illustrating that Hajj is not merely a ritual but a transformative experience with significant impacts on both individual and community levels. The pilgrimage thus embodies a harmonious blend of spiritual enrichment and material advantages, underscoring its profound importance in Islamic practice.

==Repentance and forgiveness==
According to one of the traditions, Imam Sadiq (AS) articulated that the primary purpose behind the construction of the Ka'ba was to facilitate the repentance of the descendants of [[Adam]] and their purification from sin.<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 188; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 13, p. 295.</ref> In a similar vein, Imam Reza (AS) highlighted that the institution of Hajj was ordained as a means for individuals to turn towards God, repent for their past transgressions, and embark on a new, righteous path.<ref>Ṣadūq, ''ʿIlal al-sharāʾiʿ'', vol. 1, p. 273; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 13.</ref>Drawing from a particular narration, one of the interpretations of the "benefits" mentioned in the verse (وَ أَذِّنْ فِي النَّاسِ بِالْحَجِّ… لِيَشْهَدُوا مَنَافِعَ لَهُمْ)<ref>Quran: 22:28</ref>{{enote|"And proclaim to the people the Hajj... that they may witness benefits for themselves."}} relates specifically to the seeking of divine forgiveness and mercy.<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 264.</ref>

==Taqwa==
According to a narration from Imam Reza (AS), one of the aims and effects of [[Hajj]] is self-improvement and eliminating unworthy traits.<ref>Ṣadūq, ''ʿIlal al-sharāʾiʿ'', vol. 2, p. 402; Majlisī, ''Biḥār al-anwār'', vol. 6, p. 96.</ref> Similarly, an account from Imam Ali (AS) mentions the purpose of Hajj as expelling vanity from hearts and replacing it with humility.<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 201; ''Nahj al-balāgha'', kh, 192.</ref> The wisdom behind each [[Rites of Hajj al-Tamattu'|rituals of hajj]], as per narrations, is self-improvement.{{enote|According to a narration from Imam Sadiq (AS), the wisdom behind sacrificing the animal during Hajj is symbolic. Sacrificing represents the slaughter of carnal desires and greed, while the act of stoning the pillars symbolizes distancing oneself from lustful inclinations and wrongful deeds. Shaving or trimming the hair symbolizes removing both outward and inward flaws within a person.}}<ref>Al-mansūb ilā l-Imām al-Sādiq, ''Miṣbāḥ al-sharī'a'', p. 49;Nūrī, ''Mustadrak al-wasāʾil'', vol. 10, p. 173.</ref>
The Quran considers the objective behind legislating Hajj as the attainment of human consciousness towards God (taqwa).{{enote|﴿الْحَجُّ أَشْهُرٌ مَعْلُوماتٌ… َ تَزَوَّدُوا فَإِنَّ خَیرَ الزَّادِ التَّقْوی وَ اتَّقُونِ یا أُولِی الْأَلْباب﴾
"Hajj is [to be performed in] known months... Seek provisions for yourselves, but the best provision is righteousness." Quran: 2: 197}} This goal is also referenced in two other verses.<ref>Quran: 2: 189,196; 5:96.</ref> Moreover, in various hadiths, the emphasis is placed on maintaining taqwa from the moment of assuming the state of [[Ihram]] until the completion of the [[Rites of Hajj al-Tamattu'|rituals]].<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 338; Ṭūsī,''Tahdhīb al-aḥkām'', vol. 5, p. 296.</ref>

==Strengthening faith==
In narrations, the phrase (قِیاماً لِلنَّاسِ as an establishment for men) in the verse جَعَلَ اللَّهُ الْکعْبَةَ الْبَیتَ الْحَرامَ قِیاماً لِلنَّاسِ{{enote|God has appointed the Kaaba, the Holy House, as an establishment for men, and the holy month. (Quran: 5:97)}} Establishing the religion and livelihood of the people is considered;<ref> Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 60.</ref> Hence, one of the aims of [[Hajj]] is considered the establishment of religion.<ref> Pazhūhishkada-yi ḥajj wa ziyārat, ''Dānishnāmah-yi ḥajj wa ḥaramayn sharīfayn'', vol. 6, p. 328.</ref> Another narration links the establishment of religion to the existence of the [[Ka'ba]].<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 271; Ṣadūq, ''Man lā yaḥḍuruh al-faqīh'', vol. 2, p. 243.</ref> In other narratives, Hajj is also considered as a symbol of Islam,<ref> ''Nahj al-balāgha'', kh, 192; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 15.</ref> a means of elevating the religion,<ref>Ṣadūq, ''ʿIlal al-sharāʾiʿ'', vol. 1, p. 248; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 1, p. 22.</ref> empowering of the religion,<ref>Majlisī, ''Biḥār al-anwār'', vol. 6, p. 110; vol. 50, p. 267; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 15.</ref> and reforming the beliefs of the people.<ref>Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 15; Majlisī, ''Biḥār al-anwār'', vol. 59, p. 267.</ref>

==Spiritual Connection with Divine Leadership (Tawalli)==

Prophet Ibrahim (AS) in the verse (وَ أَذِّنْ فِی النَّاسِ بِالْحَجِّ یأْتُوک… ){{enote|and proclaim among men the Pilgrimage, and they shall come unto thee on foot and upon every lean beast, they shall come from every deep ravine(Quran: 22:27)}}has been tasked with inviting people to [[Hajj]], calling them to come towards him. Therefore, strengthening friendship and connection with divine leaders is considered one of the goals of Hajj.<ref>Pazhūhishkada-yi ḥajj wa ziyārat, ''Dānishnāmah-yi ḥajj wa ḥaramayn sharīfayn'', vol. 6, p. 328.</ref> In another verse, Prophet Ibrahim (AS) requests from Allah to incline the hearts of the Hajj pilgrims towards his descendants in [[Mecca]].{{enote|رَّبَّنَآ إِنِّيٓ أَسۡكَنتُ مِن ذُرِّيَّتِي بِوَادٍ غَيۡرِ ذِي زَرۡعٍ عِندَ بَيۡتِكَ ٱلۡمُحَرَّمِ رَبَّنَا لِيُقِيمُواْ ٱلصَّلَوٰةَ فَٱجۡعَلۡ أَفۡـِٔدَةٗ مِّنَ ٱلنَّاسِ تَهۡوِيٓ إِلَيۡهِمۡ وَٱرۡزُقۡهُم مِّنَ ٱلثَّمَرَٰتِ لَعَلَّهُمۡ يَشۡكُرُونَ (Our Lord, I have made some of my seed to dwell in a valley where is no sown land by Thy Holy House; Our Lord, let them perform the prayer, and make hearts of men yearn towards them, and provide them with fruits; haply they will be thankful) (Quran: 14:37)}} Some interpretations consider the term "My offspring" (ذُرِّیَّتِی) in the mentioned verse to refer to [[the Ahlul Bayt (AS)]].<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 1, p. 392; Majlisī, ''Biḥār al-anwār'', vol. 27, p. 74.</ref> Another narration interprets Allah's purpose in "completing Hajj"{{enote| وَأَتِمُّواْ ٱلۡحَجَّ وَٱلۡعُمۡرَةَ لِلَّهِ﴾Fulfil the Pilgrimage and the Visitation unto God. Quran: 2: 196.)}} as meeting with Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)<ref>Majlisī, ''Biḥār al-anwār'', vol. 97, p. 139.</ref> and the Imams (AS).<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 549.</ref> This concept is emphasized in other traditions as well.<ref>Ṣadūq, ''ʿIlal al-sharāʾiʿ'', vol. 2, p. 459; Majlisī, ''Biḥār al-anwār'', vol. 96, p. 374.</ref> The Imam (AS) is considered the spiritual essence of the Kaaba and the central axis of all Hajj rituals, achieving the essential goals of this worship.<ref>Jawādī Āmulī, ''Ṣahbāy-i ḥajj'', p. 99-100.</ref> The introduction of Imam Hasan (AS)<ref>Ṣadūq, ''Al-Amālī'', p. 245; Ibn Shuʿba al-Ḥarrānī, ''Tuḥaf al-ʿuqūl'', p. 233.</ref> and Imam Sajjad (AS)<ref>Majlisī, ''Biḥār al-anwār'', vol. 45, p. 138; ʿĀmilī, ''Al-Ṣaḥīḥ min sīrat al-nabīyy al-aʿẓam'', vol. 29, p. 54.</ref> as the Sons of [[Mecca]], [[Mina]], [[Mash'ar]], and [[Arafat]], is considered a reference to this very issue.<ref>Pazhūhishkada-yi ḥajj wa ziyārat, ''Dānishnāmah-yi ḥajj wa ḥaramayn sharīfayn'', vol. 6, p. 330.</ref>

==Avoidance of Satan and Enemies of God (Tabarri)==

The most important symbol of avoiding both Jinn and human devils in Hajj is the ritual of ([[Ramy al-Jamarat|Ramy]])stoning the pillars.<ref>Shahīd al-Thānī, ''Al-Rawḍa al-bahiyya'', vol. 2, p. 281-282.</ref> Some traditions consider the "casting out impurity" in the verse ﴿ثُمَّ لۡیَقۡضُواْ تَفَثَهُمۡ وَلۡیُوفُواْ نُذُورَهُمۡ وَلۡیَطَّوَّفُواْ بِٱلۡبَیۡتِ ٱلۡعَتِیقِ﴾ {{enote|Let them then finish with their self¡neglect and let them fulfil their vows, and go about the Ancient House}}as an example of [[Ramy al-Jamarat]]. In the initial verses of Surah At-Tawba, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was commanded to disassociate from polytheists in Hajj,{{enote|وَأَذَٰنٞ مِّنَ ٱللَّهِ وَرَسُولِهِۦٓ إِلَى ٱلنَّاسِ يَوۡمَ ٱلۡحَجِّ ٱلۡأَكۡبَرِ أَنَّ ٱللَّهَ بَرِيٓءٞ مِّنَ ٱلۡمُشۡرِكِينَۙ وَرَسُولُهُۥۚ فَإِن تُبۡتُمۡ فَهُوَ خَيۡرٞ لَّكُمۡۖ وَإِن تَوَلَّيۡتُمۡ فَٱعۡلَمُوٓاْ أَنَّكُمۡ غَيۡرُ مُعۡجِزِي ٱللَّهِۗ وَبَشِّرِ ٱلَّذِينَ كَفَرُواْ بِعَذَابٍ أَلِيمٍ(A proclamation, from God and His Messenger, unto mankind on the day of the Greater Pilgrimage: God is quit, and His Messenger, of the idolaters So if you repent, that will be better for you but if you turn your backs, know that you cannot frustrate the Will of God And give thou good tidings to the unbelievers of a painful chastisement. Quran: 9:3)}} referring to the avoidance of human devils.<ref>Pazhūhishkada-yi ḥajj wa ziyārat, ''Dānishnāmah-yi ḥajj wa ḥaramayn sharīfayn'', vol. 6, p. 330.</ref>

==Prevention of Human Destruction==

The Quran, in the verse "جَعَلَ اللَّهُ الْکعْبَةَ الْبَیتَ الْحَرامَ قِیاماً لِلنَّاسِ" {{enote|Allah has made the Kaaba, the Sacred House, a means of maintaining the people's safety(Quran: 5:97)}}, emphasizes that [[Ka'ba]] is a source of stability for humanity. Some interpreters believe it implies the preservation and protection of humans from dangers,<ref>Ṭūsī, ''Al-Tibyān'', vol. 4, p. 31.</ref> suggesting that people will face destruction by abandoning Hajj.<ref>Ṭabrisī, ''Majmaʿ al-bayān'', vol. 3, p. 424; Ālūsī, ''Rūḥ al-maʿānī'', vol. 7, p. 35.</ref> This point is also mentioned in the narrations of the Ahlul Bayt (AS).<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 271; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 21.</ref>In a narration, Imam Sadiq (AS) considers Hajj-Pilgrimages the cause of prolonging the lives of those who abandon Hajj.<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 2, p. 451; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 1, p. 28.</ref> In other traditions, the intention to perform [[Hajj]] repeatedly is said to add to one's lifespan and the frequent performance of Hajj is considered a deterrent against sudden death.<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 261; Ṣadūq, ''Man lā yaḥḍuruh al-faqīh'', vol. 2, p. 220.</ref>

==Learning Religious Knowledge and Spreading Hadith==

Imam Reza (AS) considers one of the goals of Hajj to be learning religious knowledge, conveying the words of the Imams (AS), and disseminating them in both Islamic and non-Islamic lands.<ref>Ṣadūq, ''ʿIlal al-sharāʾiʿ'', vol. 1, p. 273; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 13.</ref> In another hadith, becoming familiar with the works and traditions of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is counted among the objectives of Hajj.<ref>Ṣadūq, ''ʿIlal al-sharāʾiʿ'', vol. 2, p. 406; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 15.</ref>

==Testing the Servants==

According to a hadith from Imam Ali (AS), the rituals of Hajj are considered a challenging test. By placing the Kaaba in a harsh and difficult land, the pilgrims face numerous hardships.<ref>''Nahj al-balāgha'', kh, 192; Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 199.</ref> Imam Sadiq (AS) sees the purpose of testing Hajj pilgrims as revealing the extent of their obedience to Allah.<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 198; Ṣadūq, ''Man lā yaḥḍuruh al-faqīh'', vol. 2, p. 250.</ref>

==Worldly Benefits==

Based on hadiths, the term "منافع" (benefits) in the verse "وَ أَذِّن فی النَّاسِ بِالحْجّ… لِّّیشْهَدُواْ مَنَافِعَ لَهُمْ" encompasses not only spiritual but also material benefits,<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 422; Ṭūsī, ''Tahdhīb al-aḥkām'', vol. 5, p. 122.</ref> such as the financial gains of transportation providers<ref>Ṣadūq, ''ʿIlal al-sharāʾiʿ'', vol. 2, p. 406; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 14.</ref> and sellers of goods, pilgrims or others.<ref>Ṣadūq, ''ʿIlal al-sharāʾiʿ'', vol. 1, p. 273; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 13.</ref> Among these material benefits is the distribution of sacrificial meat to Hajj pilgrims and the poor.<ref>Quran: 22: 28; 36.</ref> According to narrations, Hajj leads to the financial well-being of pilgrims,<ref>Ṣadūq, ''Man lā yaḥḍuruh al-faqīh'', vol. 2, p. 265; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 12.</ref> meeting the needs of their families,<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 252; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 9.</ref> Eliminate poverty,<ref>Ṣadūq, ''Man lā yaḥḍuruh al-faqīh'', vol. 2, p. 222; Ṭūsī, ''Tahdhīb al-aḥkām'', vol. 5, p. 21.</ref> bankruptcy<ref>Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 108; Majlisī, ''Biḥār al-anwār'', vol. 96, p. 12.</ref> and maintaining health.<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 252; Ḥurr al-ʿĀmilī, ''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 11, p. 252.</ref>

==Reward in the Hereafter==

In a hadith, Imam Sadiq (AS) regards one of the examples of "منافع" (benefits) in the verse "وَ أَذِّن فی النَّاسِ بِالحْجّ… لِّّیشْهَدُواْ مَنَافِعَ لَهُمْ" as rewards in the hereafter.<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 422; Ṭūsī, ''Tahdhīb al-aḥkām'', vol. 5, p. 122.</ref> Imam Ali (AS) attributes the location of the [[Ka'ba]] in a difficult and arid land to the opening of the gates of divine grace and generosity to the pilgrims.<ref>''Nahj al-balāgha'', kh, 192; Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 199.</ref> In other traditions, the magnitude of the hereafter reward for the Hajj pilgrim is emphasized, even for every step taken during the hajj journey.<ref>Kulaynī, ''al-Kāfī'', vol. 4, p. 253; Ṭūsī, ''Tahdhīb al-aḥkām'', vol. 5, p. 24.</ref>

==Notes==
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'''The Prophet's Chamber''', located within the [[Masjid al-Nabawi]] in [[Medina]], is an esteemed site of profound historical and religious significance. This chamber was the residence of [[Prophet Muhammad]] (S) and his wife [[Aisha]]. It is notably recognized as the place where the Prophet passed away and where he was subsequently buried.
Initially, the Prophet's Chamber was a separate dwelling, attached to the Masjid al-Nabawi, with its entrance opening directly into the mosque. The original structure of this chamber, along with those of the Prophet’s other wives, was integrated into the mosque complex. As the Masjid al-Nabawi underwent expansions over the centuries, the Prophet's Chamber was incorporated into the mosque's interior, preserving its sacred status within the expanded precincts of the mosque.
The integration of the Prophet's Chamber into the Masjid al-Nabawi reflects its enduring spiritual significance and its central role in the history of the early Muslim community. The chamber remains a focal point of reverence for Muslims, symbolizing the final resting place of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and a site of deep historical and spiritual reflection.

==Location==
The chamber occupied by Aisha is renowned as the "Noble Chamber" due to its profound significance as the site of the Prophet Muhammad's (S) passing and burial. This chamber is strategically positioned east of the mosque, with its entrance opening directly into the Rawdah, a revered section of the Masjid al-Nabawi.<ref>Jaʿfarīyān, ''Āthār-i islāmi-yi Makka wa Madīna'', p. 217-218.</ref>
The chamber occupied by Aisha (RA) is renowned as the "Noble Chamber" due to its profound significance as the site of the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) passing and his burial. This chamber is strategically positioned to the east of the mosque, with its entrance opening directly into the Rawdah, a revered section of the Masjid al-Nabawi.<ref>Anṣārī, ''ʿImārah wa tawsiah al-masjid al-nabawīī'', p. 61.</ref> Prophet]].<ref>Anṣārī, ''ʿImārah wa tawsiah al-masjid al-nabawīī'', p. 61.</ref>
The Noble Chamber's location within the mosque's eastern precinct underscores its integral role in Islamic history and its continued veneration as a focal point of spiritual and historical reflection for Muslims worldwide.

==The Prophet's burial place is in this Chamber==
Prophet Muhammad (S) passed away in the chamber of [[Aisha]], located within the Masjid al-Nabawi in Medina .<ref>Anṣārī, ''ʿImārah wa tawsiah al-masjid al-nabawīī'', p. 62.</ref> This chamber, also called the Noble Chamber, holds profound historical and spiritual significance for Muslims worldwide. According to most historical sources, the Prophet was interred in this very chamber, marking the site of his final resting place. However, there are alternative views suggesting that the Prophet's grave might be located between Aisha’s chamber and the residence of [[Lady Fatima]] (AS), which was not exclusively designated to any of the Prophet's wives <ref>Jaʿfarīyān, ''Āthār-i islāmi-yi Makka wa Madīna'', p. 218.</ref>

The decision regarding the exact burial site of the Prophet Muhammad (S) was influenced by a well-known tradition reported by [[Abu Bakr]]]. He relayed that the Prophet had stated that every prophet is to be buried at the location where they breathe their last. This guidance led to the Prophet being buried within Aisha’s chamber, with his grave situated in the southern part of the chamber<ref>Anṣārī, ''ʿImārah wa tawsiah al-masjid al-nabawīī'', p. 62; Shanqīṭī, ''Al-Durra al-thamīn fī maʿālim dār al-rasūl al-Amīn'', p. 69.</ref>

==Individuals Buried in the Noble Chamber==
Following the interment of [[Prophet Muhammad]] (S), Aisha resided in the northern portion of the Noble Chamber, which initially lacked any partition separating her living quarters from the Prophet's grave. Upon the death of [[Abu Bakr]], he was buried adjacent to the Prophet’s resting place, positioned at a short distance of approximately an arm's length from the Prophet. His head was aligned with the Prophet's shoulders, ensuring a close proximity in burial.<ref>Anṣārī, ''ʿImārah wa tawsiah al-masjid al-nabawīī'', p. 62; Shanqīṭī, ''Al-Durra al-thamīn fī maʿālim dār al-rasūl al-Amīn'', p. 69.</ref>

Subsequent to Abu Bakr's death, [[Umar ibn al-Khattab]] passed away, and Aisha permitted his burial within the same chamber. Umar’s grave was situated at a similar distance from Abu Bakr's resting place, with his head positioned directly opposite Abu Bakr's shoulders. After the interment of [[Umar]], a partition was erected between the graves and Aisha's living area. This separation was implemented due to Umar's status as a non-mahram, requiring a physical barrier to preserve the propriety of the space.<ref>Anṣārī, ''ʿImārah wa tawsiah al-masjid al-nabawīī'', p. 62; Shanqīṭī, ''Al-Durra al-thamīn fī maʿālim dār al-rasūl al-Amīn'', p. 69.</ref>
The arrangement of the graves within the Noble Chamber reflects the historical and theological significance of these figures in early Islamic history. The close proximity of their burial sites underscores the deep respect and honor attributed to them, while the installation of the curtain later illustrates the adherence to Islamic principles of privacy and respect for boundaries within sacred spaces.
==Reconstruction of the Noble Chamber==
During the reconstruction efforts of the Prophet's Mosque under the caliphate of Walid ibn Abdul Malik, significant alterations were made to the area surrounding the Noble Chamber. A pentagonal wall was erected encircling the Chamber, and a segment of the Prophet's Rawdah was incorporated within this newly established enclosure.<ref>Anṣārī, ''ʿImārah wa tawsiah al-masjid al-nabawīī'', p. 66.</ref>

Subsequently, during the [[Mamluk]] era, under the reign of [[Sultan Baybars]], further modifications were carried out. A wooden enclosure was constructed around Aisha's Chamber, which also included the adjacent house of Fatima (AS). This construction effectively expanded the area considered part of the Chamber to encompass sections of the Prophet's Rawdah and Fatima's residence<ref>Anṣārī, ''ʿImārah wa tawsiah al-masjid al-nabawīī'', p. 124.</ref> Today, the Noble Chamber, with these historical additions, spans an area of approximately 240 square meters, measuring 16 meters in length and 15 meters in width. A golden grille now encircles the Chamber, signifying its sanctity and the reverence afforded to it within the mosque.<ref>Jaʿfarīyān, ''Āthār-i islāmi-yi Makka wa Madīna'', p. 219.</ref>
These reconstructions reflect both the evolving architectural and religious significance of the Chamber, illustrating the continuous effort to preserve and honor the sacred space associated with the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his revered companions.
==Gallary==
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file:نقشه حجره النبی.jpg|Map of [[Masjid al-Nabi]]. The Prophet's grave is in his Chamber on the left side of the picture.
file:نقشه توسعه‌ها و حجره‌های مسجدالنبی.png|The map of the houses around Masjid al-Nabi showing the location of [[Aisha's Chamber]] in the south of the mosque.
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==Notes==
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==References==
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*Anṣārī, Nājī Muḥammad Ḥasan ʿabdu l-qādir al-. ''ʿImārah wa tawsiah al-masjid al-nabawīī al-sharīf ʿabar tārīkh''. [n.p], Nādī al-madīna al-munawwara al-adabī, 1996.
*Jaʿfariyān, Rasūl. ''Āthār-i islāmi-yi Makka wa Madīna''. Tehran: Mashʿar, 1382 Sh.
*Shanqīṭī, Ghāī Muḥammad al-Amīn al-. ''Al-Durra al-thamīn fī maʿālim dār al-rasūl al-Amīn''. Beirut: Muʾassisa ʿUlūm al-Qurʾān, 1991.
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