A Mountain of Steadfastness and Faith
Jabal Sela in Madinah is far more than a historical landmark; it is a profound testament to the steadfastness of the early Muslim community. Walking the slopes of this blessed mountain, where the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his noble Companions stood firm during the harrowing days of the Battle of the Trench, fills the heart with awe and spiritual energy. I recently had the immense privilege of visiting (a month ago), and the feeling of Sakinah (tranquility) that descends upon you here is palpable. It is a moment to connect deeply with the sacrifices made by those before us and to contemplate the Divine Help that secured the victory of Islam. The very ground seems to whisper tales of patience, prayer, and unwavering belief. For every believer performing Ziyarat in Madinah, a visit to Jabal Sela is essential. It is a powerful reminder that with patience, devotion, and collective unity, Allah grants victory. May Allah accept the efforts of all who visit and strengthen our faith through this inspiring place. May we be counted among those who follow in...
Read moreWhat does the Jewish/Christian Bible say about Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)?
Let the wilderness and its towns raise their voices; let the settlements where Kedar lives rejoice. Let the people of Sela sing for joy; let them shout from the mountaintops. Isaiah 42:11 NIV
Where is Sela? Right here in Madinah. What about Kedar?
These are the names of the sons of Ishmael, listed in the order of their birth: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam, Genesis 25:13 NIV
Reading Isaiah 42, you realize that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is prophesied.
“Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen one in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit on him, and he will bring justice to the...
Read moreSela (Arabic: سلع) is a mountain in Medina in modern Saudi Arabia.
Mount Sela in the "District of the Seven Mosques" in city of Medina Municipality in Saudi Arabia. Sela means "sliced", because the mountain looks as if it is sliced several times. The Islamic prophet Muhammad in the Battle of the Trench prayed to God for victory on Mount Sela. Mount Sela was mentioned in several Hadith of the stories of Muhammad such as The Prayer for Rain, The forgiveness of Ka'b b. Malik. Sela is mentioned by Al-Hamdani in his book Geography of Arabian Peninsula as part of Medina city in his time 150 years after Muhammad. His name and the name of his companions Umar and Ali are inscribed on a stone on top of...
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