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NABI YUSHA ( a.s ) MOSQUE AND TOMB

Located on the highest hill of Istanbul around
Beykoz (distict of Istanbul), Yusha ( a.s ) Mosque and
the tomb of prophet Yusha ( a.s ) dominate not only
Boshphorus but also Black Sea.Moreover it is
placed the north of the Genoese Castle (Yoros
Castle). Since ancient period, this place has been
accepted as a holy location. Many various
civilizations established their sanctuaries and
temples such as Zeus Temple (later turned into a
church named Hagios Michael) to pray
surrounding here.
It is believed that the interesting mausoleum
buried here belongs to Prophet Yusha ( a.s ) who was
very close to Prophet Moses ( a.s ) and took his place
as the leader of the Bani Israil after his death
according to Koran.
He is also known as Joshua, servant of the Lord
in the Bible. For example that, in Byzantine Era
the tomb of prophet Yusha ( a.s ) was visited by
Christians. Because of that, It is one of the most
visited places visited both Christians and
Muslims.
Additionally, that tomb which is different from the
others attracts the people with its 17 meters in
lenght.
17 METERS LONG MAUSOLEUM
The mystic grave of prophet Yusha ( a.s ) is 17.00 ×
4.00 m which shocks and worries the people.
There are made three comments about the long
of that amazing tomb;
According to the first comment, he was a prophet,
because of that they built the structure like that in
order to reflect the respect and love of people
upon him.
The second comment; when ıts place was
incorporeally (spiritually) explored by Yahya
Efendi who was the milk sibling of Sultan
Suleiman, the Magnificent, it was made very huge
in order to protect its holiness.
The last rumour; once upon a time, within that
hill also called as Giant Mount, there were many
giants living there. They could live with harmony
their different religions at the same place without
any discrimination. Therefore, that greatness of
the tomb symbolizes their beliefs.
Except for those sayings, some people thought
that it was built like that because the height of
Yusha prophet is very tall.
MIRACLES OF YUSHA PROPHET ( a.s )
Actually he has many miracles. For example;
according to legends, he passed Seria River by
walking. He could extend the day, when the
famous Geboan War was made. In addition, he
could demolish the walls of Jericho (Eriha in
Turkish) with his glances.
THE YUSHA ( a.s ) MOSQUE
Surrogated by the grave of Seer Yusha ( a.s ) and the
holy hill, the charming mosque was made after
the Ottoman period.
At the beginning there were many chapels,
churches and Synagogues belonging to Jews and
Christians. But in progress of time, they were
demolished in fire and earthquake. Later, in
Ottoman Period that fascinating building was
established by Yahya Efendi at the request of
Ottoman Sultan Suleiman, the Magnificent.
Today, the mausoleum of prophet Yusha ( a.s ) and the
Yusha ( a.s ) Mosque were visited many Turkish people
and tourists coming from different countries. They
pray and make a vow in order to be accepted
their wishes by God by the way of prophet Yusha. ( a.s )
Content Author : Ebrar OKÇU
Page Editor : Mustafa Gökhan BULUT
Published : 11 August 2014
Source : www.tourmakerturkey.com/yusha-mosque.html
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