Historical Figures

In the tapestry of history, these revered defenders of Al-Aqsa Mosque stand as luminous figures, their contributions woven intricately into the fabric of time, each thread resonating with the deep appreciation of their unwavering commitment to safeguarding the sanctity of this sacred site.

Abdul Hamid II (Sultan Abdul Hamid II)

Background: Abdul Hamid II was the last Ottoman Sultan to rule with full executive powers.

Baibars (Al-Malik al-Zahir Rukn al-Din Baibars al-Bunduqdari)

Background: Baibars was a 13th-century Mamluk sultan of Egypt and Syria.

Imad ad-Din Zengi (Imanudin Zinki):

Background: Imad ad-Din Zengi was the son of Zengi and became the atabeg (governor) of Aleppo after his father's death.

Nur ad-Din Zengi (Nuruddin Zinki):

Background: Nur ad-Din was a 12th-century Muslim military leader and ruler, known for his efforts to unite Muslim territories against the Crusaders.

Salah ad-Din al-Ayubi (Salahudin al Ayubi or Saladin)

Background: Salah ad-Din, known in the West as Saladin, was a 12th-century military leader and the first sultan of Egypt and Syria.

Umar ibn al-Khattab (Umar al Khatab):

Background: Umar ibn al-Khattab was the second Caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate, succeeding Abu Bakr.