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Jerusalem (Al-Quds)
Jerusalem is the home of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, and is a holy city for Muslims, Jews, and Christians alike.
The City of Jerusalem in Islam
The city of Jerusalem is known in Arabic as "Al-Quds" or "Baitul-Maqdis" ("The Noble, Sacred Place"). Jerusalem is perhaps the only city in the world that is considered historically and spiritually significant to Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike.
Why Jerusalem is Central to Muslims
Author Karen Armstrong examines the link between Muslims and the holy city of Jerusalem.