toward you, nor will I ever reject you; and though the mountains should pass away and the valleys (1) sink low, My mercy upon you shall never disappear (2).

He then said: “O afflicted one, O oppressed! Here I am about to set your stones in plaster (3), adorn you with jewels, crown your roof with pearls, and your gates with chrysolite. You shall be far removed from oppression—so do not fear; far from weakness—so do not lose heart. Every weapon the artisan forges will prove useless against you, and every tongue and language that rises to dispute with you—you will overcome. God will grant you a new name—meaning that He named her the Sacred Mosque—so stand and shine, for your light has come near and the majesty of God is upon you (4). Look about with your eyes: they are gathering—your sons and your daughters are hurrying toward you. Then you will radiate and blossom (5); your enemy will be afraid, and your heart will expand. All the flocks of Qedar shall be gathered to you, and the nobles of Nebaioth will serve you” (6).

“‎Nebaioth” refers to the descendants of Nebaioth (7) son of Ishmael, while “Qedar” is the Prophet’s forefather, the brother of Nebaioth (8) son of Ishmael.

He then said: “Your gates shall remain open night and day, never to be closed, and they will take you as a qiblah (direction of prayer),