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'''Musalla of the Prophet''' | '''Musalla of the Prophet'''The Prophet's Prayer Area, known as Musalla al-Nabi, is an open space on the western side of the Prophet's Mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi) in Medina. This site holds great historical and religious significance as it is where Prophet Muhammad (S) performed the Eid prayers. Historically, it was called "Al-Manakha," a resting place for camel caravans and a marketplace. | ||
Now referred to as Musalla Square, this area has become integral to Medina's religious and communal life. The Prophet's use of this space for communal prayers underscores its importance in early Islam, serving as a place of worship and a hub for social and economic activities. Its transformation into Musalla Square reflects its lasting role in Islamic heritage. | |||
Three mosques have been constructed in this significant area: the [[Mosque of Ghamama]] (or Mosque of Musalla), the [[Mosque of Ali ibn Abi Talib]] (AS), and the [[Mosque of Abu Bakr]]. [[Prophet Muhammad]] (S) performed various important prayers here, including [[Eid al-Adha]], [[Eid al-Fitr]], [[Istisqa]] (for rain), and the funeral prayer for [[Najashi]], the King of [[Abyssinia]]. | |||
These mosques are not only places of worship but also serve as reminders of significant events in the Prophet's life. The Mosque of Ghamama, where the Prophet performed Eid prayers, is of particular historical and spiritual importance. The Mosques of Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS) and Abu Bakr further highlight the area's connection to key figures in early Islamic history. Together, these sites enrich Medina's religious heritage, drawing pilgrims and scholars to reflect on their historical and spiritual significance. | |||
==The Musalla al-Nabi Location== | |||
The Prophet's | The Prophet's Prayer Area in Medina, known as Musalla al-Nabi, was an open, uncovered space located to the west of the [[Prophet's Mosque]] ([[Al-Masjid an-Nabawi]]).<ref>Samhūdī, ''Wafāʾ al-wafā bi akhbār dar al-Muṣṭafā'', vol. 3, p. 122.</ref>Historically, this area was called "Al-Manakha," a place where camels were rested and a marketplace was held. This space is also referred to as Musalla Square.<ref>ʿAbdu-l Ghanī, ''Al-Masājid al-Atharīyya fī al- madīna al-munawwara'', p. 223.</ref> | ||
===The | ===The Prophet’s Prayer Locations in Al-Manakha=== | ||
Historical sources mention various places in Al-Manakha where Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) performed the Eid prayers. It should be noted that the locations marked in these narrations as the Prophet's prayer sites were not present during his lifetime but were established later.<ref>ʿAbdu-l Ghanī, ''Al-Masājid al-Atharīyya fī al- madīna al-munawwara'', p. 224-225.</ref> | |||
AAccording to the narrations recorded by Ibn Shabba, the Prophet conducted Eid prayers in the following places, all located in Al-Manakha:<ref>Numīrī, ''Tārīkh al-madīna al-Munawwara'', vol. 1, p. 133-135.</ref> | |||
*Near Dar | *Near Dar Al-Shifa | ||
*In | *In the district of Al-Daws | ||
*In the house of Hakim | *In the house of Hakim bin Adi | ||
*In the | *In the residences of the family of Al-Durra | ||
*In the house of Kathir | *In the house of Kathir bin Al-Salt | ||
* | *Beside the rocks near Al-Hanatine | ||
*In the fortress of | *In the fortress of Banu Zuraiq | ||