History Of Zamzam Water, Its Importance And

Benefits

Zamzam water is believed to be blessed holy water in Muslims. The source

of this water is the Zamzam well is situated within Masjid-al-Haram in
Mecca, Saudi Arabia. The well is located 20 metres east of the Al-Kaaba,
which is known as the holiest place in Islam. The history of Zamzam
water is as interesting as its benefits, and both re-emphasize its religious
importance.

History of Zamzam Water

As narrated by Ibn ‘Abbaas, Prophet Ibrahim was ordered by Allah to take
away his wife, Hagar and his son, Ismail to Makkah. During this time,
Makkah was a barren land. Following the commands of Allah, the Prophet
left his wife and son with some dates and water and returned home. After
spending some time on this barren land, the dates and water ran out. As
young Ismail started crying with thirst, Hagar started looking for water. She
went running up and down seven times the hills of Safa and Marwa (that is
why circumambulating the Kaaba seven times is an important ritual of
Umrah and Hajj both). In this fretful state, young Ismail began kicking the
ground. Suddenly, Hagar noticed water flowing out from the spot that Ismail
was kicking. She carefully collected some water for herself and started
feeding it to Ismail. The water that gushed out came to be known as the
blessed water of Zamzam.

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Four Interesting Facts About Zamzam Water

1. Tests have proved that Zamzam water has 366mg of bi-carbonates

and that makes it the purest water on earth.
2. Zamzam water has no colour or smell but a distinct taste.
3. Zamzam water is considered to have healing properties due to it
having a high content of calcium and magnesium salts.

4- It is considered that drinking Zamzam water increases the immunity

of the body

Zamzam Water As A Souvenir

Pilgrims from around the world travel to Makkah for Hajj. Drinking
Zamzam water is an essential aspect of the holy pilgrimage. As mentioned,
the water has several health benefits; hence, pilgrims store it in containers
and take it back with them to their homes. It is one of the best Saudi
Souvenirs to gift to family and friends. The water is rich in calcium and has
a distinct taste which is loved by many. Muslims can also purchase the water
from any old souk in Makkah or Madinah.

During Hajj, pilgrims drink the holy water and also use it to cleanse
themselves. They also take some of it back home for their family and
friends. For healing properties and the uncommon composition of its water,
the sacred well continues to be a point of extreme religious significance for
the Muslims.

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