The direction of Muslim prayer, known as the Qibla, has been a subject of debate and discussion among Islamic scholars for centuries. The traditional view holds that Muslims should face towards the Kaaba in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, when performing their prayers. However, some scholars have argued that the Qibla was originally not towards the Kaaba but towards Jerusalem, and that the change in direction occurred during the time of the Prophet Muhammad. This theory is based on textual evidence from the Quran and Hadith, as well as historical accounts. While the majority of Muslims continue to follow the traditional Qibla, the debate over the true direction of prayer remains an ongoing topic of discussion and research among Islamic scholars.
