Yes.
The prophets proclaimed that a light in the sky would guide the wise men to the new Messiah.
The wise men followed that 'star', that 'light' to Bethlehem.
Afterward, that 'star' crashed into the desert. Some native there picked it up and started worshipping it.
The crumbling remains of the meteor are the main focus of worship and reside here.
This is the basis of their religion. A burnt out meteorite.
This is the basis of their religion. A burnt out meteorite.
That’s one mighty pretty toilet seat!
The alleged black meteorite fell at Adam’s feet and was rediscovered by Abraham. That’s their story. The black (burnt umber) stone they worship in Mecca has never been analyzed.
Years ago I read that Muslims would find black stones and covet them as holy, causing sporadic crimes, assaults and robberies. It wouldn’t surprise me if it is still happening today.