Guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques at the Quba Mosque, the first mosque in Islam
In a spiritual atmosphere imbued with the fragrance of Islamic history, guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Hajj, Umrah, and Visit Program visited the Quba Mosque in Madinah, as part of the cultural program organized by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance for guests from 104 countries around the world. This visit aims to enrich the guests' religious and cultural experience and introduce them to the timeless landmarks that formed the cradle of the Islamic state.
The historical and religious importance of Quba Mosque
holds The Quba Mosque a unique place in the hearts of Muslims. It is not merely a house of worship, but the first mosque established in Islam after the Prophet Muhammad's migration from Mecca to Medina. The Prophet himself participated in laying its first stones, making it a beacon of guidance founded on piety from the very beginning, as mentioned in the Holy Quran. A great virtue is associated with this mosque, as the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "Whoever purifies himself in his house and then goes to the Quba Mosque and prays therein will have the reward of performing Umrah," making it a primary destination for visitors to the Prophet's city.
During their visit, the guests performed prayers in the mosque and were briefed on the major expansions and development projects that it has witnessed, which reflect the great care that the government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, led by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, and his Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, gives to preserving this great Islamic heritage and facilitating access to it for worshippers and visitors.
A tour of the landmarks of the eternal city
The guests' tour was not limited to the Quba Mosque, but extended to include a number of historical sites that recount important chapters from the Prophet's biography. The delegation visited the site of the Battle of Uhud, where they listened to a detailed explanation of the events of the battle and the lessons learned from it. The tour also included a visit to the Sayyid al-Shuhada Mosque, Mount Uhud, and the cemetery where the martyrs of Uhud are buried, in a moment of reflection and appreciation for the sacrifices of the first generation of Muslims.
The guests expressed their deep gratitude and appreciation to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and his Crown Prince for their generous hospitality and the comprehensive care and distinguished services they received. They commended Saudi Arabia's efforts in serving Islam and Muslims, affirming that these visits to historical and Islamic landmarks strengthen their emotional connection to their glorious history, enrich their knowledge of the Prophet's noble biography, and deepen their understanding of Islam's tolerant message.
