The Door of Ka'bah

"The Door of Ka'bah" (Bab- ul Ka’bah) by Safia Malik

Dimension: 36” x 24” 

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

Available to  Order $800

Masjid al-Haram is the most sacred place of worship in Islam, & it is built around the Ka’bah. Muslims are expected to face the Ka’bah because of its significance and sanctity. Every year Muslims from all around the world gather there to fulfill a pillar of Islam called “Hajj”. Hajj is a practice which tests one’s faith, asking them to leave behind all their attachments such as: their wealth, family, status, health, comfort, home, sleep, etc. This is one of the greatest struggles for Muslims (and Humans), but this struggle is the essence of Tawheed. The Door of Kab’ah is made out of gold, and it has a cloth covering to it called the Kiswa. Kiswa has different verses of the Qur’an written, which emphasizes the Tawheed of Allah SWT, and glorifies Allah SWT. I was inspired to make this painting out of my love and respect for not only this sacred Mosque, but also the most sacred place within the Mosque, which is the Ka’bah, The House of Allah, which is located in the centre of the world. Verses selected are: Shahadah, Surah al-Fatiha, Ayat al Kursi, Surah An-Nasr, Surah al-Anaam: 102, and Surah al- Ikhlas.