Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

qibla

noun

/ˈkɪblə/

Definition

The direction that Muslims face during prayer, specifically towards the Kaaba in Mecca.

Examples

During the prayer, every Muslim must face the qibla.
The mosque was built with qibla pointing directly towards Mecca.
In many homes, a special area is designated for prayer that aligns with the qibla.

Meaning

In Islamic tradition, the qibla refers to the designated direction to which all Muslims around the world turn to perform their prayers (salah). The qibla is critical for the validity of prayer, symbolizing unity among Muslims in their worship of Allah.