Makkah Province
Islamic History

Mount Arafat - Makkah

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Description

Location

Mount Arafat is a hill located approximately 20 kilometers to the southeast of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. It is also known as Jabal Arafat or Jabalar-Rahmah in the Arabic language which means the ‘mountain of mercy’.

History and Customs

Historically, Mount Arafat is important to Muslims because this hill is where the Prophet (PBUH) stood when he gave Khutba e HajjadtulWIda, his Last Sermon and also the site where Adam and Hawa met up on Earth again after leaving heaven.

Mount Arafat is also important to Islam during the yearly Hajj, the holy ritual of pilgrimage. On the 9th day of the month of Dhu al-Hijjah, pilgrims leave Mina and travel to Mountain Arafat. Because of this, the day in question is branded as the Day of Arafat and the day is also the most important day of Hajj.

The ground surrounding the hill is called the Plain of Arafat. This is where the afternoon is spent on the day of Arafat. The ritual is an integral part of Hajj as Hajj is considered invalid without this part.

Structure

The mountain of Arafat is about 230 feet in height. The rock on the hill is granodiorite, which is an igneous rock similar to granite and composed mainly of feldspar, quartz, muscovite, and other minerals.

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Mount Arafat, Mecca Saudi Arabia

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DRIP DON

DRIP DON

02/26/2024 09:40

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I am glad i was able to visit this place.
iDIL

iDIL

01/04/2024 01:30

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1.) climb could be easier if no one sat along rhe climbing path 2.) had no idea why some scribbled names on the rocks/boulders 3.) had no idea why some prayed/kissed the monument 4.) ice cream trucks along the way to the bus park. Reasonably priced and some Vendors even gave free bottled mineral water when purchased their ice cream 5.) beware of touts - just firmly say NO or لا! (La' in arabic means No). Some of them placed turbans/headgear on the head/snap a photo then asked for payment. Just knock-off those headgear and walk away.
Afif Mahmud

Afif Mahmud

12/30/2023 13:41

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Here the haji has to stay for one day and our prophet Muhammad sallallahu alaihi wasallam gave his last sermon here.
Awais Aslam

Awais Aslam

11/11/2023 14:42

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Mount Arafat, also known as Jabal al-Rahmah (the Mountain of Mercy), holds great significance in Islamic history. During the annual Hajj pilgrimage, pilgrims gather on the plain of Arafat to perform the most crucial ritual, known as Wuquf. This is where Prophet Muhammad (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) delivered his Farewell Sermon during his last pilgrimage, emphasizing unity, equality, and the importance of following Islamic principles. Jabal al-Rahmah is a specific part of Mount Arafat, and it is believed that this is the place where Prophet Adam and Hawwa (Eve) were reunited after being separated. The name "Mountain of Mercy" reflects the idea that ALLAH mercy is particularly abundant at this location. The Wuquf at Arafat is a moment of deep spiritual reflection and supplication, symbolizing the gathering of humanity before ALLAH. After Wuquf, pilgrims proceed to Muzdalifah, marking the completion of a key phase in the Hajj pilgrimage. The historical and religious significance of Mount Arafat makes it a sacred site for Muslims, reinforcing the importance of humility, forgiveness, and seeking ALLAH mercy.
Aljohari Ahmad Hashim Hawari

Aljohari Ahmad Hashim Hawari

08/20/2023 23:41

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Where Adam (as) met Eve for the first time on earth. After 500 years (some reference quoted) separated.
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