“Sliced” they call it. Mount Sela. That’s what the name means. See how the mountain seems to be cut into sections? It’s as if a giant hand carved it.
Mount Sela stands proudly in Medina. It’s more than just a mountain. It’s a living testament to history and faith. Close to the Prophet’s Mosque it holds a sacred place in the hearts of Muslims.
Imagine the Battle of the Trench. The year is 627 AD. The Prophet Muhammad and his followers dug a ditch to defend Medina. From Mount Sela they watched. They prayed for victory. For three days Muhammad stood there. He prayed to God. His prayers were answered.
The mountain witnessed more than battles. It saw Muhammad seeking refuge in caves nearby. These caves at the western foot of Mount Sela are now holy sites. They’re a must see for pilgrims. They add to the mountain’s spiritual aura.
Al-Hamdani mentioned Mount Sela in his book Geography of the Arabian Peninsula. He wrote about it 150 years after Muhammad. He even put his name on a stone there. The names of his companions Umar and Ali are inscribed on it too. It’s a tangible link to the past.
Mount Sela isn’t just a historical landmark. It’s a place of peace. It is a place of prayer. It’s a place where history and spirituality meet. It’s a place of profound significance for Muslims. It’s a must see. It’s a place I hope you will never forget.