What is the black hole in Kaaba?

It has often been described as a meteorite. Muslim pilgrims circle the Kaaba as a part of the tawaf ritual during the hajj and many try to stop to kiss the Black Stone, emulating the kiss that Islamic tradition records that it received from Muhammad.
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What is the Black Stone in Kaaba?

The Black Stone, al-Ḥajaru al-Aswad, "Black Stone") is a rock set into the eastern corner of the Kaaba, in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. It is revered by Muslims as an Islamic relic which, according to Muslim tradition, dates back to the time of Adam and Eve. The Black Stone was originally a single piece of rock.
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Can you touch the Black Stone in the Kaaba?

When circling the Kaaba as part of the tawaf, you can try to touch the stone with your hand and kiss it. If you can't reach it, you can point at it or kiss something else which has touched the stone. As the cornerstone of the Kaaba, the Black Stone is the most venerated stone on the face of the earth.
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Where did the Black Stone come from in the Kaaba?

The pre-Islamic Kaaba housed the Black Stone and statues of pagan gods. Muhammad reportedly cleansed the Kaaba of idols upon his victorious return to Mecca, returning the shrine to the monotheism of Ibrahim. The Black Stone is believed to have been given to Ibrahim by the angel Gabriel and is revered by Muslims.
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What happens if you touch the Black Stone?

The Black Stone plays a central role in the ritual of istilam, when pilgrims kiss the Black Stone, touch it with their hands or raise their hands towards it while repeating the takbir, "God is Greatest".
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What Happened to the Black Stone of Kaaba?



What is the price of Black Stone?

Black Onyx Price can go up depending on a few factors like the cut, clarity and size of the stone. Black Onyx price per carat can range from Rs 100 per carat to Rs 500 per carat.
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Why Kaaba is covered with black cloth?

Black Kiswah supported by Tradition of Prophet to Mourning, some associated it with Battle of Karbala however saying of Prophet to wrap Kaaba with black cloth after 100 Years or before when events of Sorrow took start.
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Who can go inside the Kaaba?

Today, the Kaaba is kept closed during the hajj because of the overwhelming number of people, but those who visit the Kaaba during other times of the year are sometimes allowed to go inside. It's quite beautiful: The walls are white marble on the lower half and green cloth on the upper half.
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Is the Black Stone from Jannah?

The Black Stone, al-Ḥajaru al-Aswad, "Black Stone") is a rock set into the eastern corner of the Kaaba, in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. It is revered by Muslims as an Islamic relic which, according to Muslim tradition, dates back to the time of Adam and Eve.
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Why is the Black Stone so important?

The Black Stone is one of the stones of the Ka`bah. Its significance is that it is the only surviving stone from the original structure built by Abraham and Ishmael (peace be upon them both).
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How old is Kaaba?

Since Abraham built al-Ka'ba and called for Hajj 5,000 years ago, its doors have been of interest to kings and rulers throughout the history of Mecca. Historians say that when it was first built, the Kaaba had no door or roof and was simply made of walls.
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Where is Black Stone found?

The Black Stone of Mecca, Al-Ḥajaru al-Aswad, “Black Stone”, or Kaaba Stone, is a Muslim relic, which according to Islamic tradition dates back to the time of Adam and Eve.
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How did Muhammad look like?

He had black eyes that were large with long lashes. His joints were rather large. He had little hairs that stood up, extending from his chest down to his navel, but the rest of his body was almost hairless. “He had thick palms and thick fingers and toes.
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Why Hindu are not allowed in Mecca?

According to public forum Quora, some argue that non-Muslims are not allowed in Mecca because it is a holy sanctuary. 2. Others say that one has to qualify certain requirements to be there adding that Mosques or holy places are reserved for meditation and usually have basic requirements for entry. 3.
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How much gold is used in Kaaba?

It is made with 670 kg of pure silk, and 120 kg of gold and 100 kg of silver thread that is used for sewing the Quranic verses.
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How much is the Kaaba worth?

How much is the Kaaba worth? The overall cost of construction is $100 billion. It is 9,000 square meters (99 acres) in size and features both outdoor and interior worshiping areas.
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What is written in Kaaba?

“0h Allah, There is no God but Allah, Mohammed is the Messenger of Allah. The Most Loving, the Benefactor. Glory be to Allah and Praise be to Allah and Glory is to Allah the Great”. Surat Al Ikhlas can be found embroidered at each corner of the Kaaba, beneath the belt.
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How do you know if a black stone is real?

Apply heat test by using a lighter, if the stone melts down then it is fake (plastic) and if the stone remains solid then it is original.
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Are there black jewels?

Black Opal, Black Onyx, Black Tourmaline and Black Pearl (both round and baroque pearls) are some of the most popular black gemstones out there. Black Obsidian, Black Diamond, Black Garnet, Blizzard Stone and Black Spinel are other sought-after black gemstones options for jewelry lovers.
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What is black stone called?

Onyx is the traditional black gemstone and has been used since ancient times in jewelry and as a healing stone. Solid black onyx is smooth and has a vitreous luster, but is not a shiny stone.
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Who holds the key of Kaaba?

The Bani Shaiba (Arabic: بني شيبه, lit. 'the sons of Shaiba') are an Arab tribe that hold the keys to the Kaaba.
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What is inside Mecca box?

The interior contains nothing but the three pillars supporting the roof and a number of suspended silver and gold lamps. During most of the year the Kaaba is covered with an enormous cloth of black brocade, the kiswah. The Kaaba surrounded by pilgrims during the hajj, Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
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Who built the Kaaba first?

Muslims believe that Abraham (known as Ibrahim in the Islamic tradition), and his son, Ismail, constructed the Kaaba. Tradition holds that it was originally a simple unroofed rectangular structure. The Quraysh tribe, who ruled Mecca, rebuilt the pre-Islamic Kaaba in c.
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