One legend explains three and a half golden nails in this building by claiming that there were oncenineteen, and that when the devil removes them all, the world will end.
One legend explains three and a half golden nails in this building by claiming that there were oncenineteen, and that when the devil removes them all, the world will end. Another myth claims that apart of this structure used to be suspended in air, as it attempted to ascend to heaven and was helddown by the angel Gabriel. This building was constructed by Abd al-Malik, and contains a smallcave called the "well of souls," which is covered by the Foundation Stone. In Jewish tradition, thisbuilding marks the spot where (*) Abraham nearly sacrificed Isaac. For Muslims, it marks the site wherethe flying horse Buraq carried Muhammad so that he could ascend into heaven. For 10 points, name thisoctagonal building on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem which is often named for its golden roof.
One legend explains three and a half golden nails in this building by claiming that there were oncenineteen, and that when the devil removes them all, the world will end.
Dome of the Rock