Mosque of the Jinn — Attraction in Makkah Al Mukarramah

The Mosque where Nabi Paak Sallaho Aliehi Wasallam take oath of Sahadat from the the Jinn.Masjid Jinn, also known as Masjid Haras, is built on the place where the Prophet (ﷺ) drew a line for Abdullah bin Mas’ood (may Allah be pleased with him) who had accompanied him after he had been commanded to recite the Qur’an to the Jinn.

Abdullah bin Mas’ood (may Allah be pleased with him) narrates, “While in Makkah, the Prophet (ﷺ) once said to the Sahabah (may Allah be pleased with them), ‘Whoever wishes to see what the Jinn are all about should come along’. Besides myself no-one else came. When we reached the place in the Ma’la district of Makkah the Prophet (ﷺ) used his foot to draw a circle on the ground. He then instructed me to sit inside the circle. After proceeding a little further, the Prophet (ﷺ) started reciting the Quran. It then happened that Jinn started to arrive in troops as they gathered there. So many came that I could not even see the Prophet (ﷺ) nor hear him. The Prophet (ﷺ) then continued talking with a group of them until Fajr.  [Tafseer ibn Kathir]

It has also been narrated by Abdullah bin Mas’ood (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (ﷺ) said, “A caller from among the jinn came to me, and I went with him and recited Quran to them.” He further narrates that the Prophet (ﷺ) took them and showed them their footsteps and the traces of their fires. They had asked him for provision and he had prayed to Allah (ﷻ) and told them, “You will have every bone over which the name of Allah has been mentioned; when it falls into your hands it will have plenty of meat on it. And all droppings are food for your animals.” Then the Prophet (ﷺ) said, “Do not use them (bones and dung) to clean yourselves after relieving yourselves, for they are the food of your brothers.” [Saheeh Muslim] The mosque is built at the place where a group of jinn are said to have gathered one night to hear the recitation of a portion of the Quran by Muhammad. Muhammad later met there with these jinn's leaders and accepted their embrace of Islam and their bay'ah (oath of allegiance) to him.The incident is mentioned in chapter al-Jinn of the Quran.

The mosque is considered one of the oldest in Mecca and is one of the most important mosques visited...

Masjid Jinn, also known as Masjid Haras, is built on the place where the Prophet (ﷺ) drew a line for Abdullah bin Mas’ood (may Allah be pleased with him) who had accompanied him after he had been commanded to recite the Qur’an to the Jinn.

Abdullah bin Mas’ood (may Allah be pleased with him) narrates, “While in Makkah, the Prophet (ﷺ) once said to the Sahabah (may Allah be pleased with them), ‘Whoever wishes to see what the Jinn are all about should come along’. Besides myself no-one else came. When we reached the place in the Ma’la district of Makkah the Prophet (ﷺ) used his foot to draw a circle on the ground. He then instructed me to sit inside the circle. After proceeding a little further, the Prophet (ﷺ) started reciting the Quran. It then happened that Jinn started to arrive in troops as they gathered there. So many came that I could not even see the Prophet (ﷺ) nor hear him. The Prophet (ﷺ) then continued talking with a group of them until Fajr.  [Tafseer ibn Kathir]

It has also been narrated by Abdullah bin Mas’ood (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (ﷺ) said, “A caller from among the jinn came to me, and I went with him and recited Quran to them.” He further narrates that the Prophet (ﷺ) took them and showed them their footsteps and the traces of their fires. They had asked him for provision and he had prayed to Allah (ﷻ) and told them, “You will have every bone over which the name of Allah has been mentioned; when it falls into your hands it will have plenty of meat on it. And all droppings are food for your animals.” Then the Prophet (ﷺ) said, “Do not use them (bones and dung) to clean yourselves after relieving yourselves, for they are the food of your brothers.”...

Note on Masjid Al-Jinn, Makkah

Masjid Al-Jinn, also known as the Mosque of the Jinn, is one of the oldest and most significant mosques in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. It is located near the graveyard of Jannat al-Mu'alla, a short distance from the Masjid al-Haram.

Historical Significance:

The Meeting with the Jinn: The mosque derives its name from a pivotal event in Islamic history. It is believed that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) recited the Quran to a group of jinn at this location, who later accepted Islam. This event is mentioned in the Quran in Surah Al-Jinn (Chapter 72).

A Place of Revelation: According to Islamic tradition, the meeting with the jinn occurred while the Prophet was returning from Taif. It highlights the universality of Islam, emphasizing its message for all beings, including the unseen world.

Architectural Features:

The mosque is relatively small and simple in design compared to larger mosques in the city.

Its understated structure reflects its historical and spiritual importance rather than grandeur.

Religious and Spiritual Value:

Masjid Al-Jinn holds great spiritual significance for Muslims as a site where divine revelation was shared with the jinn.

Visitors often reflect on the universality of Allah’s message and the importance of faith.

Visiting Tips:

The mosque is accessible to visitors and is a peaceful spot for prayer and reflection.

Given its proximity to Jannat al-Mu'alla, it is often included in historical tours of Makkah.

Masjid Al-Jinn serves as a reminder of the unseen dimensions of faith and the inclusivity of the Islamic message. It is a must-visit for those seeking a deeper understanding of Islamic history and...