Tillakaratne Dilshan at the 2009 @T20WorldCup 👉 317 runs at 52.83 🔥
Mohammad Amir sent the Sri Lankan packing in a wicket maiden to kick off the final and put 🇵🇰 on track for victory 🏆
What do you think is the greatest opening over in T20I history?
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The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques replaced the Kaaba’s Kiswah for the year 1448 AH in a record time of 3 hours. This achievement highlights the advanced efficiency and professionalism of Saudi talents, utilizing modern technologies and proactive planning.
The Kiswah of the Kaaba: A Masterpiece of Islamic Calligraphy and Craftsmanship
The Kiswah (cover) of the Kaaba is a magnificent masterpiece of Islamic calligraphy and exquisite artisanal skill. Embroidered with threads of pure gold and silver, it features the most delicate and reverent Quranic verses and sacred Islamic phrases.
It is adorned with numerous verses from the Holy Quran, along with glorifications of Allah, praises of His majesty, declarations of His oneness and other blessed words all rendered in beautiful Arabic calligraphy.
On the upper section runs a long, elegant panel inscribed with the verse from Surah Al-Baqarah:
"We have certainly seen the turning of your face toward the heaven..." (up to) "...We will surely turn you to a qibla with which you will be pleased."
It also bears the opening verses of Surah Al-Fath:
"Indeed, We have granted you a clear conquest."
And from Surah Aal-e-Imran:
"Indeed, the first House [of worship] established for mankind..."
At each of the four corners of the Kaaba, Surah Al-Ikhlas is beautifully inscribed.
On the exquisite curtain (Sitara) that hangs over the door of the Kaaba are embroidered the Kalimah Tayyibah "Lā ilāha illallāh, Muḥammadur Rasūlullāh" along with Surah Al-Fatiha and Surah Al-Quraysh.
The curtain over the door of the House of Allah holds special spiritual significance, as it too is adorned with Quranic verses and sacred phrases.
Throughout the Kiswah, at various points, one finds the glorious Names and Remembrances of Allah: Allāhu Akbar, Subḥānallāh, Yā Ḥannān, Yā Mannān, Yā Ḥayy, Yā Qayyūm, Yā Raḥmān, Yā Raḥīm and other blessed invocations.
Multiple ornate embroidered bands containing Quranic verses are placed on the Kiswah, enhancing its beauty and spiritual grandeur.
There is also a prominent panel near the door that records details related to the making of this sacred cover.
This blessed Kiswah is not merely an adornment for the Kaaba; it is a profound symbol of Islamic civilization, the sublime art of calligraphy, and the deep love Muslims hold for the Holy Quran.
It stands as a timeless expression of devotion, artistry and reverence for the House of Allah. 🕋