The Black Stone?

Question

Can somebody explain to me the importance and the origin of the Black Stone?

Answer 1

From sura (2)
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125] Remember We made the House a place of assembly for men and a place of safety; and take ye the Station of Ibrahim as a place of prayer; and We covenanted with Ibrahim and Isma'il, that they should sanctify My House for those who compass it round, or use it as a retreat, or bow, or prostrate themselves (therein in Prayer).

[126] And remember Ibrahim said: "My Lord, make this a City of Peace, and feed its People with fruits' such of them as believe in Allah and the Last Day." He said: "(Yea), and such as reject Faith, for a while will I grant them their Pleasure, but will soon drive them to the torment of Fire, an evil destination (indeed)!"
[127] And remember Ibrahim and Isma'il raised the foundations of the House (with this prayer): "Our Lord! Accept (this service) from us: for Thou art the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.

[128] "Our Lord! Make of us Muslims bowing to Thy (Will); and of our progeny a people Muslim, bowing to Thy (Will); and show us our places for the celebration of (due) rites; and turn unto us (in Mercy); for Thou art the Oft-Returning, Most Merciful.
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That story about building Kabaa

why it is important??

from sura (2)
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[144] We see the turning of thy face (for guidance) to the heavens: now shall We turn thee to a Qibla that shall please thee. Turn then thy face in the direction of the Sacred Mosque: wherever ye are, turn your faces in that direction. The people of the Book know well that that is the truth from their Lord, nor is Allah unmindful of what they do.
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these words was said from Allah to prophet mohamed

Answer 2

I think the questioner is referring to the Black Stone of the Kaaba. Muslims don't agree on its significance. Some see it as merely the mark that pilgrims circle around on Haaj. Others think it turned black absorbing the sins of those who touched it. And still others regard it as a symbol of Mohammed, who turned the Kaaba from idol worship to the worship of Allah.

The stone itself is apparently a meteor that has been a part of the Kaaba since it was first built, except for a brief period when it was stolen and broken. Its pieces are now held in place by a silver band.

Answer 3

Look in wikipedia for an informative summation of your question regarding the black stone.

Answer 4

From a Biblical perspective....

When a person was charged with a crime, evidence was heard and the judges (usually 3) would cast their votes for innocense or guilt.

White stones was cast to vote "innocent."
Black stones were cast for a vote of "guillty."