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2026-07-14
What Is the Qibla? Why Do Muslims Face the Kaaba in Prayer?
The meaning of the qibla, its basis in the Quran, and the wisdom of facing the Kaaba. History of the qibla and how it is determined from distant countries.
2026-07-14
How to Find the Qibla with a Compass: Step-by-Step Guide
Steps for finding the qibla with a classic or phone compass, magnetic declination, and what to watch out for.
2026-07-14
How Accurate Is Finding the Qibla with a Phone? Calibration and Tips
How the phone compass works, what affects its accuracy, how to calibrate it, and tips for the most accurate qibla.
2026-07-14
The History of the Kaaba and Its Place in Islam
The history of the Kaaba, the first house of worship: Ibrahim and Ismail, the Black Stone, the Hijr, Maqam Ibrahim, and how the Kaaba became the qibla.
2026-07-14
How to Find the Qibla While Traveling, on a Plane or in a Car
Finding the qibla during travel, the fiqh concessions for praying on planes and vehicles, and practical tips.
2026-07-14
Finding the Qibla by the Sun: What Is the Qibla Hour?
Twice a year the sun passes directly over the Kaaba. The most reliable compass-free verification: the qibla hour and the shadow method.
2026-07-14
Common Mistakes in Determining the Qibla
Metal interference, uncalibrated compasses, the flat-map fallacy and the 'qibla is always southeast' assumption: the most common errors and their fixes.