Why Kaaba Was Built?

The Kaaba was a sanctuary in pre-Islamic times. Muslims believe that Abraham (known as Ibrahim in the Islamic tradition), and his son, Ismail, constructed the Kaaba. ... Upon his return to Mecca in 629/30 C.E., the shrine became the focal point for Muslim worship and pilgrimage.

Who will destroy Kaaba?

Dhul-Suwayqatayn (Arabic: ذوالسويقتين‎) is an Islamic belief in which an Abyssinian (Ethiopian) group of men will destined by God to destroy the Kaaba. In the prophecies of Muhammad say they will emerge at the end of time.

What is the Kaaba used for?

The Kaaba, meaning "cube" in Arabic, is considered by Muslims to be the house of God; it rests within the Grand Mosque of Mecca. Beginning Wednesday, nearly 1.5 million people will flock to the sacred city in order to pray toward and touch the structure as part of the annual Islamic pilgrimage known as Hajj.