Dome of the Rock Mosque

The Dome of the Rock stands near the Wailing Wall. This golden building has been called the most beautiful structure in Jerusalem. It was built over the rock from which, according to Muslim belief, Muhammad rose to heaven with the angel Gabriel and spoke to God. With God's blessing, Muhammad returned from his night's journey to spread Islam, the new religion. Jews believe that on this rock Abraham, the leader of the ancient Hebrews, prepared to sacrifice his son, Isaac, at God's command.