Dome Of The Rock

The Dome of the Rock stands high above the city of Jerusalem, allowing for the sun to reflect off of the gold dome. It is known to most as a shrine in Jerusalem. It is known to most as The Quabbat al’Sakrah mosque. It is known to most that it rests on the Temple Mount. But what most do not know is that The Dome of the Rock is the earliest Islamic monument to have survived in its original form to this day. The Dome of the Rock, which has stood the test of time, is an important building in world history because of its religious importance, decoration and design, and influential architecture. The Dome of the Rock was built in the late seventh century during the Umayyad Dynasty. More specifically, The Dome of the Rock was built in between …show more content…
The Jewish tradition is that Abraham prepared to sacrifice his son on the rock that the Dome of the Rock surrounds. Abraham was the first follower of God who moved his family and his life based on the wishes of God. According to tradition, Abraham was told by God to sacrifice his son, Isaac, on this rock. He did not actually sacrifice his son, yet he proved his loyalty to God. The Muslims believe that this rock was where Muhammad ascended into heaven to learn of the will of Allah. Muhammad was the founder of the religion of Islam and was said to be the last prophet. Muhammad then returned to Earth to spread the word of Allah to all people. The rock that is sheltered by the Dome of the Rock has religious significance in two major religions, thus making it one of the hottest pieces of realty in the religious …show more content…
The Dome of the Rock was constructed in a manor that became influential to other buildings. The drum, which is the circular wall in the dome, is pierced with 16 windows to let light into the main chamber. This has influenced buildings such as the Great Mosque of Damascus. The Great Mosque of Damascus has windows in the drum and in the aisles to let light into the main chamber of the building. Another building that has been influenced is The Church of Ascension, which overlooks the Dome of the Rock. The lengths of the exterior walls on The Church of Ascension are identical to those of the Dome of the Rock. One final building that has been influenced by the Dome of the Rock is The Mausoleum built by Sultan Qalawun. This dome is upheld by the same structure as the dome in the Dome of the Rock. The Dome of the Rock has influenced The Great Mosque of Damascus, The Church of Ascension, and the Mausoleum by architectural