When thinking of mosques, many people imagine magnificent structures with towering minarets and ornate domes. But what about the first one ever built? According to the Quran, one particular house of worship holds the unique distinction of being the most ancient, established for all of humanity from the very beginning.
This sacred place is not just a building; it is a symbol of faith and a center of worship that has existed since the time of a great prophet. What is this most ancient mosque that holds such a significant place in Islamic history?
Question: Which is the first and the most ancient Mosque according to the Qur’an?
Options are:
- A) Masjid al-Haram
- B) Masjid al-Aqsa
- C) Masjid Quba
- D) Masjid Nabawi
Correct Answer is : A) Masjid al-Haram
Description:
Masjid al-Haram, also known as the Sacred Mosque in Makkah, is the first and most ancient mosque according to the Qur’an.
In Surah Al-Imran (3:96), Allah mentions: “Indeed, the first House [of worship] established for mankind was that at Makkah – blessed and a guidance for the worlds.”
It was originally built by Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and his son Prophet Ismail (AS) as a place for monotheistic worship.
Over time, the Ka’bah became a sanctuary for believers and remains the central point of Islamic worship to this day.
