The Book of the Kaaba – The Sacred Service and Art Story of Our Ancestors Turkish Versi

Description

The Book of the Kaaba: The Story of Sacred Trusts and Ancient Service

The Book of the Kaaba is a prestigious work that thoroughly examines the historical journey of the Kaaba, the heart of the Islamic world, its architectural transformation, and the unique services offered to it. Prepared with contributions from expert academics in the field, this work takes the reader on a historical journey through the spiritual atmosphere of Mecca.
Performing services related to the Kaaba, the qibla of all Muslims, has always been a great privilege throughout history. The meticulous preparation of the Kaaba’s coverings, the carrying out of repairs, the honor of making the keys, the perfuming and maintenance of the sacred place, the security of the pilgrimage routes, and the construction of waterways have become a sacred field in which Muslim rulers competed with each other to “do better.”
The idea of combining these unique services, enriched by centuries of elegant traditions and customs, with their foundations, historical coverings, restoration processes, and rare visuals in a Turkish work came to life with the meaningful support of expert academics in the field.

Key Topics of the Book

The work covers a wide range of topics spanning from the pre-Islamic era to the present day:

• Repairs and Architecture: The restorations and structural changes undergone by the Kaaba over the centuries.

• Sacred Coverings (Kiswa): The artistic development and weaving techniques of the Kaaba coverings from pre-Ottoman times through the Ottoman period and into the Saudi era.

• Endowment Culture: The importance of the endowments of the Two Holy Mosques and the institutional background of services rendered to the holy lands.

• Art and Depiction: Works depicting the Kaaba in the Topkapı Palace collections and the Two Holy Mosques through the eyes of Evliya Çelebi.

Why Read It?

This book is not only a religious guide, but also a visual archive that brings together the most exquisite pieces of Islamic art history. It offers the opportunity to witness the love our ancestors felt for this sacred place, described as “Hâdimü’l-Haremeyn” (servant of Mecca and Medina), through meticulously crafted works of art and historical documents.