Visiting
the House of Allah (SWT) is such a wonderful gift, and only the blessed ones
can have the prospect. Muslims all over the world desire to visit this Holy
site once as it refreshes their faith. Muslims are aware of its significance in
Islam as both the obligatory and non-obligatory acts which mean Hajj &
Umrah are performed here throughout the year. It has longer sanctity and
antiquity. Allah (SWT) chose Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S) to build His House, and now
where millions of Muslims visit and worship Allah Almighty. While performing Umrah and Hajj, the first practice Muslims undertake after Niyat and Ihram is
the circumambulation of the Holy Ka’bah. This House is also known as Baitullah
Shareef is the source of blessing and asking forgiveness for all. Holy Ka’bah
is constructed in square shape and has four corners and each corner has its own
importance. There are two most important points at Khana Ka’bah, the first one
is Hajr-e-Aswad and the second one is Rukn al Yamani. Further, we will discuss
about Rukn al Yamani in detail.
What is Rukn al Yamani and Where it is Located?
Rukn
al Yamani is the corner of Holy Ka’bah located on the southwestern side of the
Ka’bah on the right side of Hajr-e-Aswad which means that black stone is on the
eastern corner. Its name lies in the fact that it faces Yemen. Rukn al-Yamani, like Hajr al-Aswad, has the potential
to absolve sins, in line with the belief of the Prophet (P.B.U.H). To touch the
corner Yamani while performing Tawaf is the Sunnah. Moreover, this corner is
not covered with Kiswa for Muslims so they can touch and kiss. It is also known
as Yemeni Corner and Rukn Al-Janubi.
Istilaam of the Rukn al Yamani
Since
this corner currently stands on the foundation that Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S.) built,
the narration of Abdullah bin Abbas (R.A.) says that the Prophet (S.A.W.) made
'Istilaam' of it. Istilaam pertains to the touching of the corner, either
through hand or by kissing. Hazrat Muhammad (S.A.W) had himself touch Rukn al
Yamani by his hand that’s why it is considered Sunnah. Although there is no
disadvantage if pilgrims are unable to reach it because of the crowd.
Recite Dua between Rukn al Yamani and Hajr-e-Aswad
As
a tradition, whenever Hazrat Muhammad (S.A.W) passed between the Hajr-e-Aswad
and Rukn al Yamani he used to recite the following Dua mentioned in the Holy
Quran.
"Our
Lord, give us in this world [that which is] good and in the Hereafter [that
which is] good and protect us from the punishment of the Fire." (Surah Al Baqarah, verse 201)
A special type of Concrete
Rukn
al-Yamani, there is a rift in the Holy Ka’bah that is difficult to fix. Several
rulers attempted multiple ways to seal the crack but were unable to do it, so
they started pouring a special form of concrete, molten metal to prevent it
from disintegrating. However, this method has been replicated again and again
in order to preserve the present status of Rukn al Yamani.
Hadith and Sunnah about Rukn al-Yamani
It
was narrated from Abdullah bin Ubaid bin Umair that a man said:
"O
Abu Abdur-Rahman, why do I only see you touching these two corners (Black Stone
and Yamani Corner)?" He said: "I heard the Messenger of Allah say:
'Touching them erases sins.' And I heard him say: 'whoever circumambulates
seven times, it is like freeing a slave.'" (Sunan an-Nasa'i 2919)
In
another Hadith, Ibn 'Umar (Allah be pleased with them) reported:
I
have not abandoned touching of Yamani corners (and kissing of) the Stone since
I saw Allah's messenger (ﷺ) touching them both in hardship and ease. (Sahih Muslim 1268 a)
Moreover,
Ibn ‘Umar (Allah be pleased with him) said:
The
Apostle of Allah(ﷺ) did not give up touching the Yamani corner and the
(Black) Stone in each of his circumambulations. Ibn ‘Umar used to do so. (Sunan Abi Dawud 1876)
From
the above-discussed details, the significance of Rukn al Yamani is evident.
Muslims should visit Mecca to fulfill their duty of performing Holy rituals. You
are permitted to touch and kiss Yamani corner when you visit the place, people
also used to pray Nafl Namaz in front of this corner. As it is also a source of
removal of sins of a person. Why don’t you go there through cheap Umrah packages 2021? And get a chance of touching this sacred
corner. You can consult a variety of travel operators and choose the best one
as per your specifications and budget. In 2021, prepare yourself to go on a
spiritual path that brings you closer to your creator. Once you visit this
magnificent place, you will desire to visit it again and again. May Allah
Almighty grants the chance of performing Umrah and Hajj to every Muslim.