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What was the reason the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) initially inquired about the land after arriving at the house of Abu Awoob?

The land was central for building a mosque.

Who owned the plot of land where the Prophet's Mosque was built?

Two orphan boys of Banu Maalik an-Najjaar, Sahl and Suhayl.

What did the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) do with the land after inquiring about it?

He bought the land from the orphans to build a mosque.

What was the first major task in the construction of the mosque?

To level the ground and clear it of weeds and old graves.

How was the original structure of the mosque described?

It was a simple square building made of grey mud bricks with a roof supported by date-palm tree trunks.

What did the roof of the original mosque not prevent?

Rain from leaking through.

How many doors did the original mosque have, and where were they located?

Three doors located in the east, west, and south.

What was as-Suffah in the context of the mosque?

A raised platform where poor students of Islam lived and studied.

To what location did Muslims face when praying during the time of the Prophet (ﷺ)?

Jerusalem.

What unique feature appeared in the Prophet's Mosque over time to allow him to address the congregation?

A minbar.

How did the palm-tree trunk react when the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) spoke from the minbar for the first time?

It moaned like a love-lorn camel, indicating its longing for his speeches.

What was one of the Prophet Muhammad's (ﷺ) habits in relation to the mosque?

He made himself available five times a day to lead prayers.

How did the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) prefer the mosque to be built?

He desired it to be a simple building.

What was the flooring of the original mosque like?

There was no specific flooring; it was made of dry rubble and sand with a few mats laid down.

What is significant about the Prophet's Mosque in the history of Islam?

It holds a glorious place and significance as a central point for worship and community.