Is it possible that the Masjid Abbas Al Khaybari stands on ground once graced by seventy prophets? According to a traceable Hadith it is said that seventy prophets prayed in Masjid al-Khayf. While this hadith refers to Masjid al-Khayf in Mina, the spirit of reverence connects it to our Masjid Abbas Al Khaybari.
Masjid Abbas Al Khaybari is more than just a place of worship. It is a place steeped in history and tradition. The very stones of Masjid Abbas Al Khaybari whisper tales of devotion.
In Arabic al-Khayf means what has risen above the stream of water and inclined the width of the mountain. This meaning adds a layer of appreciation of the landscape surrounding Masjid Abbas Al Khaybari.
Imagine the Prophet delivering a sermon in Mina. He instructed the Muhajireen to set up camp in front of the Masjid al-Khayf and the Ansar behind it. This scene evokes a sense of community. The Prophet said that Allah will set right the affairs of the person whose prime concern is the Aakhirah. Allah will also grant him self-sufficiency and the world will humble itself before him.
The story of Masjid Abbas Al Khaybari is a reminder. We must reflect on whether our concern is the Akhirah or the Dunya. Let us carry the lessons of Masjid Abbas Al Khaybari. Let’s focus on what truly matters in our hearts.