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| Arabic | جنة البقيع |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | JAN-nat al-ba-QEE' |
| Etymology | From Arabic جنة (jannah, 'garden') and البقيع (al-baqi', 'a place with trees/roots'). The name suggests the area was originally a grove or place with trees before becoming a cemetery. |
Baqi (Jannat al-Baqi)(جنة البقيع) The ancient Islamic cemetery in Madinah, directly adjacent to Masjid an-Nabawi, where thousands of the Prophet's companions, family members, and early Muslims are buried. It is the most revered cemetery in Islam.
جنة البقيع
Jannat al-Baqi is the oldest and most significant Islamic cemetery. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to visit Baqi regularly, making dua for the deceased. He said: 'Peace be upon you, O inhabitants of the graves from among the believers and Muslims. Indeed, we will, Allah willing, join you.' Notable people buried here include: Uthman ibn Affan (the third Caliph), Fatimah bint Muhammad (the Prophet's daughter, according to some narrations), Hasan ibn Ali (the Prophet's grandson), Abbas ibn Abdul Muttalib (the Prophet's uncle), many of the Prophet's wives, and thousands of companions. The cemetery covers approximately 180,000 square meters. Visiting Baqi is a sunnah when in Madinah and is typically included in Hajj and Umrah visit programs. Visitors recite the dua the Prophet taught for visiting graves. The cemetery is open to male visitors after certain prayers; women's visiting policies vary by time.
From Arabic جنة (jannah, 'garden') and البقيع (al-baqi', 'a place with trees/roots'). The name suggests the area was originally a grove or place with trees before becoming a cemetery.
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