12 Questions
Who was the master workman of Greek origin that was taken to Mecca to help repair the Ka'ba?
Bakum
Why did the Quraysh decide to repair the Ka'ba?
Due to damage caused by a thief and a fire.
Who was the person who mustered the courage to hit the first blow with the lever to tear down the walls for the Ka'ba repairs?
Walid ibn Mughira
What did the ship that ran aground near Jeddah carry, which was needed for the repairs of the Ka'ba?
Materials and workmen
Why were the walls of the Ka'ba torn down before the repairs?
They needed to be rebuilt.
What did the tribes fear would happen if they tore down the walls of the Ka'ba?
They feared a curse would befall them.
Who had the courage to participate in tearing down the wall?
No one else
What sign were the people waiting for before continuing their work?
If nothing bad happened
Why did the tribes decide to build the new building on top of the foundations?
Mecca started to shake
What caused a disagreement between the tribes when building the Ka'ba?
Placing the Black Stone
Who suggested appointing a judge to end the dispute?
Abu Umayya
Who entered through the doors of the Ka'ba first and was appointed as the judge?
Prophet Muhammad
In this text, the Pride of Humankind reaches the age of thirty-five with repairs needed for the Ka'ba being the most discussed topic. Various incidents like theft and fire near the Ka'ba prompt the Quraysh to decide on repairs.
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