Who Was the Last Person to Enter Roza-e-Rasool?ﷺ

The Last Visitor to the Sacred Chamber of the Messenger Muhammadﷺ

The chamber of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, known as Hujrāh-e-Aisha (The Chamber of Aisha, RA), holds profound significance in Islamic history. It is the resting place of the Prophet ﷺ, along with his closest companions, Abu Bakr (RA) and Umar (RA). Though visible through the nets surrounding it, access to its sacred interior has been restricted for centuries.

During the reign of Caliph Walid ibn Abd al-Malik, at the time of Mosque Extention, One Wall of the chamber’s structure collapsed, revealing a portion of what was believed to be the foot of Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA). This prompted Umar ibn Abdul Aziz, known for his piety, to construct a protective pentagonal wall around the site, preserving its sanctity.

Entry of last Person

Centuries later, in 881 AH (1476 CE), the Prophet’s Mosque faced a catastrophic fire. Amid the reconstruction, Nur al-Din Ali ibn Abdullah al-Samhudi, a revered scholar, entered the sacred chamber. In his renowned work, Wafā al-Wafā, Al-Samhudi documented that the ground was level, with only a slight elevation marking what he speculated to be the grave of Umar (RA).

Closure of the Sacred Space

Since Al-Samhudi’s account, the chamber has remained sealed for over five centuries. This act of closure underscores the immense reverence and care for this unparalleled space in Islamic history.

Reflection

The stories of those who glimpsed the interior of the Hujrāh-e-Aisha remind us of the reverence owed to the Prophet ﷺ and his companions. Their legacy continues to inspire Muslims worldwide to uphold the sanctity of the sacred sites in Medina, a city of unparalleled spiritual significance.