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* Al-Masunah (Precious) | * Al-Masunah (Precious) | ||
* Saqiya (Watering) | * Saqiya (Watering) | ||
* Shifa' Suqm (healing of illness).<ref> | * Shifa' Suqm (healing of illness).<ref>''Wasāʾil al-Shīʿa'', vol. 13, p. 474, H18242.</ref> | ||
== Origin == | == Origin == | ||
According to verse 37 of Surah Ibrahim, after Prophet [[Abraham (a)]] brought his wife Hajar and his son [[Isma'il]] to the arid land of [[Mecca]], where there was no water or vegetation,<ref> | According to verse 37 of Surah Ibrahim, after Prophet [[Abraham (a)]] brought his wife Hajar and his son [[Isma'il]] to the arid land of [[Mecca]], where there was no water or vegetation,<ref>Sūra Ibrāhīm, verse 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>''Al-Tafsīr al-ṣāfī'', vol. 3, p. 93.</ref> On the seventh time, while she was on Marwa, she saw water gushing from beneath Isma'il's feet.<ref>''Al-Tafsīr al-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 Makka'', vol. 2, S40</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 Makka'', vol. 2, S40</ref> | ||
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=== Drying of Zamzam === | === Drying of Zamzam === | ||
During the leadership of Amr b. al-Harith over the Jurhum tribe, there was a significant lapse in their reverence for the sanctity of the al-Masjid al-Haram and the Ka'ba. Acting on Amr's order, sacred objects such as the Black Stone ([[al-Hajar al-Aswad]]), offerings, and various items stored in the Ka'ba—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>''Al-Sīra al-Nabawīyya'', vol. 1, | During the leadership of Amr b. al-Harith over the Jurhum tribe, there was a significant lapse in their reverence for the sanctity of the al-Masjid al-Haram and the Ka'ba. Acting on Amr's order, sacred objects such as the Black Stone ([[al-Hajar al-Aswad]]), offerings, and various items stored in the Ka'ba—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>''Al-Sīra al-Nabawīyya'', vol. 1, part 2, p. 111.</ref> Even when the Khuza'a tribe succeeded the [[Jurhum]] in power, the Zamzam well remained hidden and undiscovered.<ref>''Al-Sīra al-Nabawīyya'', vol. 1, part 2, p. 117.</ref> | ||
== Rediscovery of the Zamzam Well by 'Abd al-Muttalib == | == Rediscovery of the Zamzam Well by 'Abd al-Muttalib == | ||
According to historical records, [['Abd al-Muttalib]] b. 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, [['Abd al-Muttalib]] went to the Ka'ba, 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 al-Harith, began digging the ground at that location. Despite facing mockery and resistance from members of the Quraysh tribe, 'Abd al-Muttalib remained steadfast. When the stone lining of the well finally surfaced, he offered thanks to God, confirming the truth of his divine inspiration. | According to historical records, [['Abd al-Muttalib]] b. 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, [['Abd al-Muttalib]] went to the Ka'ba, 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 al-Harith, began digging the ground at that location. Despite facing mockery and resistance from members of the Quraysh tribe, 'Abd al-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, 'Abd al-Muttalib built a basin beside the Zamzam well. Together with his son al-Harith, they drew water from the well and poured it into the basin, facilitating the distribution of water to the pilgrims.<ref>''Al-Sīra al-Nabawīyya'', vol. 1, | Upon completing the excavation and revealing the water, 'Abd al-Muttalib built a basin beside the Zamzam well. Together with his son al-Harith, they drew water from the well and poured it into the basin, facilitating the distribution of water to the pilgrims.<ref>''Al-Sīra al-Nabawīyya'', vol. 1, part 2, p. 142; Azraqī, ''Akhbār Makka'', p. 336.</ref> After digging the Zamzam and finding water, 'Abd al-Muttalib revived the work of supplying water to the pilgrims and had it under his control.<ref>''Al-Sīra al-Nabawīyya'', vol. 1, part 2, p. 143.</ref> | ||
After the conquest of Mecca, the destruction of idols, and the removal of images from the walls of the Ka'ba, the Prophet Muhammad (a) was the first to wash the interior of the Ka'ba with Zamzam water. This practice has been maintained up to the present day.<ref>''Kanz al-ʿummāl'', vol. 5, p. 299.</ref> | After the conquest of Mecca, the destruction of idols, and the removal of images from the walls of the Ka'ba, the Prophet Muhammad (a) was the first to wash the interior of the Ka'ba with Zamzam water. This practice has been maintained up to the present day.<ref>''Kanz al-ʿummāl'', vol. 5, p. 299.</ref> | ||
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'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, al-'Abbas b. '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 Makka'', vol. 2, p. 63.</ref> | '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, al-'Abbas b. '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 Makka'', 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'y (jogging seven times between the hills 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- | It has been said that it is recommended for pilgrims to visit the Zamzam well after performing [[tawaf]] and before undertaking sa'y (jogging seven times between the hills 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 yanābīʿ al-fiqhīyya'', vol. 8, p. 461.</ref> According to ''al-'Urwa al-wuthqa'', it is recommended to wash the shroud with Zamzam water.<ref>''Al-ʿUrwa al-wuthqā'', vol. 2, S75.</ref> It is also recommended for an individual to recite the following supplication when drinking Zamzam water: {{ia|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-wasāʾil'', vol. 9, p. 439.</ref> | ||
== Characteristics == | == Characteristics == | ||