In the Qur’an, Surah Al-Baqarah (2:127–138) tells us about a moment of deep devotion: Prophet Abraham and his son Ishmael, peace be upon them, raising the foundations of the Kaaba in Makkah. As they worked, they prayed: “Our Lord, accept this from us… Make us Muslims in submission to You, and from our descendants a community that submits to You…”

The Kaaba was built as a sanctuary dedicated to the worship of the One True God. It is not an object of worship, but a unifying direction for all Muslims in prayer. Its story reminds us that Islam is the faith of all prophets, calling humanity to pure monotheism, sincerity, and obedience to the Creator.

The Qur’an in these verses also teaches that true faith is not about labels or heritage, but about sincere submission to God, following His guidance, and living by His light. This is the essence of Islam – peace through surrender to the will of Allah, the Lord of all worlds.

For those new to Islam or seeking the truth, these words are an invitation: return to the original path of the prophets, a path of unity, justice, and mercy.