night journey in English
noun
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(in Muslim tradition) the journey through the air made by Muhammad, guided by the archangel Gabriel. They flew first to Jerusalem, where Muhammad prayed with earlier prophets, including Abraham, Moses, and Jesus, before entering the presence of Allah in heaven.
The new shrine is close to the spot from where Muhammad is supposed to have ascended to heaven on his Night Journey , when, according to Islamic tradition, he was received by Abraham and Moses, and taught the duties of prayer.
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1. No sooner than I woke up after my mid-night journey , had I written that letter .