Night Journey

American  

noun

Islam.

1. the journey in which Muhammad was carried from Mecca to Jerusalem and ascended into heaven.

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Example Sentences

The area where the Temples stood later became the third holiest place for Muslims, now dominated by al-Aqsa mosque where Muslims believe the prophet Muhammad ended his night journey from Mecca, and the golden rotunda of the Dome of the Rock where he ascended to heaven.

From BBC

Among his roles in Graham works was the Creature of Fear in “Errand Into the Maze,” the Seer in “Night Journey” and Adolescent Love in “Diversion of Angels.”

From New York Times

Some of the coming highlights include the earliest known clips of Graham performing for the camera; Nathan Kroll’s 1961 film of “Night Journey,” a ballet Graham made in 1947; and footage from the early 1940s of Graham, Erick Hawkins and Merce Cunningham performing “Punch and the Judy.”

From New York Times

Even Al Israa wal Miraj in Beirut, which commemorates the prophet Muhammad’s night journey and ascension with celebrations in mosques, passed with no fanfare.

From Los Angeles Times

In the opening story, “Night Journey,” a woman and her husband are foiled in their attempt to meet another couple for a night of possible erotic exploration.

From New York Times