A rare astronomical event will take place on Wednesday as the Sun aligns directly above the Holy Kaaba in Makkah, providing Muslims around the world with one of the most accurate natural methods to verify the direction of the Qibla.
The phenomenon is expected to occur at 12:26:44 PM (Makkah time), when the Sun reaches its zenith directly over the Kaaba. At this precise moment, the shadow cast by any upright object will point in the exact opposite direction of the Kaaba, allowing people in many parts of the world to check and, if necessary, correct the alignment of their Qibla with remarkable accuracy.
This unique event occurs only twice each year due to the Earth’s orbit around the Sun and the geographical position of Makkah. It beautifully demonstrates the relationship between astronomy and Islamic traditions, showing how natural celestial movements have long been used to determine prayer direction. Scholars and astronomy enthusiasts often encourage people to observe this phenomenon as a practical and educational way to confirm Qibla orientation.
Disclaimer: This post is intended for informational purposes only and is based on publicly available reports.
