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  Surah Al-Isra’ , the  17th chapter  of  the Holy Quran , holds a revered position within Islam. Its name, translating to “ The Night Journey ,” references a cornerstone event in Islamic history – the miraculous transportation of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) from the مقدس (Al-Masjid al-Haram), the Grand Mosque in Mecca, to the الأقصى (Al-Masjid al-Aqsa), the Farthest Mosque, often understood to be Jerusalem ( Quran 17:1 ). However,  Surah Al-Isra’  transcends this awe-inspiring narrative, offering a profound exploration of faith, morality, and social conduct. Let’s embark on a detailed journey through this magnificent surah. Structure and Significance: Comprised of 111 verses,  Surah Al-Isra’  is classified as a Meccan surah, revealed during the early years of Prophet Muhammad’s mission, a period marked by intense opposition from the Quraysh tribe. Thematically, the surah serves as a source of comfort and strength for the nascent Muslim c...

  Isra’ and Mi’raj, also known as the Night Journey, is a cornerstone of Islamic faith, signifying a transformative experience for  Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) . This two-part journey, believed to have occurred roughly a year before the Hijrah (migration), holds immense significance for Muslims, serving as a powerful testament to the  Prophet’s unwavering faith  and a wellspring of inspiration. The Journey Unfolds: Unveiling Isra’ and Mi’raj through Hadith While  the Quran  doesn’t explicitly mention the event, it finds rich detail in Hadith collections, considered the sayings and teachings of  Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) . Here’s a deeper exploration from two of the most revered Sahih collections: Sahih Bukhari:  Delving into  Sahih Bukhari  narrations, we discover that the  Prophet (PBUH)  was miraculously transported on a winged creature called Buraq from the Sacred Mosque (Masjid al-Haram) in Makkah to the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusal...