What does Zamzam water represent?

As narrated in these holy books, Zamzam is the holy water and is termed as a great gift from God (referred to as Allah in the Quran). It is allegedly an offshoot from a holy spring (currently present in the form of a well) in the barren desert surrounding Mecca.

Who rediscovered the well of Zamzam?

The Archangel Gabriel unearthed the water of Zamzam such that the life of Ismaa’eel, the great grandfather of Prophet Muhammad, maybe saved. Hagar, the wife of Ibraaheem the patriarch, restricted its flow and caused it to become a well. It is located next to the holiest of all holy places: the Ka’bah.

What is Zamzam water good for?

Ibn Abbas reported that Prophet Muhammad once said: “The water of Zamzam is good for whatever one intends (while drinking it). If you drink it seeking health, Allah will give you healing. If you drink it to satisfy your hunger, Allah will satisfy your hunger. If you drink it to quench your thirst, Allah will quench your thirst.

Can the Zamzam River be exported commercially?

However, the Saudi Arabian government forbids exporting Zamzam water commercially. Water was taken from the Zamzam by buckets and ropes for centuries. In 2015, the late Saudia Arabian king Abdullah renovated the well’s works and access to the water.

How did the water of Zamzam get its name?

The water kept flowing and Hajar said :”Zome zome”, meaning “stop flowing” and thus the water was named Zamzam. Ibn Abbas reported that Prophet Muhammad once said: “The water of Zamzam is good for whatever one intends (while drinking it). If you drink it seeking health, Allah will give you healing.

What is the story of the Zamzam Well?

Another legend says that Ishmael, tired and thirsty, dragged his feet along the ground, and that holy water flowed from the soil his feet touched. The well built around the spring is called the Zamzam well, and its water is considered holy, with healing properties to body and soul. It is located in Mecca, in the compound around the Kaaba.