According to the Saudi Arabian Astronomical Society, the sun will be directly above the Kaaba at 12:27 PM local Saudi time.
When the sun is straight overhead the Kaaba, Muslims worldwide can accurately find the Qibla (the direction they should face to pray) without using a compass. This happens because when the sun is right over that point, it acts as a natural indicator for Muslims’ salads or daily prayers—they have to face it.
This event is of great importance to Islamic traditions and beliefs. The Qibla, which points towards Mecca, where the Kaaba is located in Saudi Arabia, holds tremendous spiritual significance among Muslims worldwide. It represents their oneness in worship and symbolizes unity no matter where they come from or live. Knowing where Qibla lies is essential during salah since this shows their religious connection to wIslam’sam’s holiest site.
When the sun is directly above the Kaaba, an exciting phenomenon occurs, i.e., at this time, the position of the Sun relative to the direction of the Kabah creates such a situation that shadows are not visible in any direction from the Kabah. This is known as Zenith or Solar Noon, which happens when the Sun comes highest up into the sky at a particular place on Earth. In Mecca, the zenith occurs when the Sun passes directly overhead, aligning perfectly with Earth’s surface around the Kaaba area.
Using stars, the moon, and even the kaabah‘sding kaabah’s direction has been part of Islamic astronomy for centuries. Historically, Muslims have used different celestial objects, including our star. And other heavenly bodies like planets, especially Venus and other heavenly bodies, so that they can locate themselves vis-Ã -vis Makkah. Where this black cube structure stands tall against blue skies day & night till eternity, do us part! Such an approach reflects the integration of science into religion within the context thereof. Being able to observe certain religious practices based on scientific knowledge was important.
Technology, digital apps, and websites have made knowing which way north is easier. While standing anywhere in the world is more so when determining its position relative to qiblah. But even with all these gadgets at their disposal. People still feel deep inside that there is something magical about having them. The sun aligning itself right above the Kaaba once every year cannot be replaced by anything else because. This event symbolizes the spiritual essence behind Islam.
The fact that the sun passes directly above the Kaaba also reminds humans of it. The Earth’s processes and predictable patterns of celestial bodies. It shows how beautiful nature can be and its connection with cultural and religious activities across different societies.
