In about 687, Muslim citizens built an Islamic shrine called the Dome of the Rock. It stands on the Temple Mount, known to Muslims as Haram al-Sharif, or the Noble Sanctuary. The Dome of the Rock was built in the spot where Muslims believe the prophet Muhammad was taken up to heaven to meet with God.

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In about 687, Muslim citizens built an Islamic shrine called the Dome of the Rock. It stands on the Temple Mount, known to Muslims as Haram al-Sharif, or the Noble Sanctuary. The Dome of the Rock was built in the spot where Muslims believe the prophet Muhammad was taken up to heaven to meet with God.
Read the passage. Why did Muslim people build the Dome of the Rock?

1. It is believed to be the place where Abraham offered to sacrifice his son to God.
2. It was the site of victory for the Muslim army against the crusaders.
3. It is a symbol of friendship between Muslim and Jewish people.

GPT-4o mini · Answer

Muslim people built the Dome of the Rock because it is believed to be the spot where the prophet Muhammad was taken up to heaven to meet with God. Therefore, the correct option from the given choices does not directly relate, but in the context of significant historical and religious events associated with the site, option 1, "It is believed to be the place where Abraham offered to sacrifice his son to God," is relevant as it highlights the importance of the site in Abrahamic traditions, which includes both Islam and Judaism.

However, the most accurate reason for the construction mentioned in the passage is not listed in the options provided.