Describe three traditions about the Dome of the Rock discussed in the course readings (i.e., Armstrong). How do these traditions express both continuity and discontinuity with previous traditions about the eastern hill of the city

Respuesta :

The three traditions about the Dome of Rock are:

  • It is believed to be located in the place where Abraham was to sacrifice his son Isaac.
  • The Dome is believed in Islam to commemorate the night journey of the prophet Mohammad.
  • It is the oldest Islamic monument that is known to exist.

How these traditions express both continuity and discontinuity

What these traditions shows is that the area is believed to belong to the different religions given that it is symbolic to them.

The Jews believe the Dome to be theirs given that Abraham existed first before Mohammad, while the Arabs believe the Dome to be where Muhammad ascended to heaven.

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