What is the meaning of "whoever enters the House is safe," and does the mentioned safety include this world and the hereafter? Is it specific to the time of the Messenger (peace be upon him), or does it apply to this time as well? What exactly is a person safe from?
The interpretation of "and whoever enters it shall be safe" has several opinions, the most prevalent of which is that it signifies safety from gloating and revenge. Allah safeguarded this House through the supplication of Abraham. Some believe it is a divine decree that whoever enters it should be granted safety, not an announcement that no harm will befall whoever enters it; thus, if disbelievers fight within it, it is permissible to fight them. The pre-Islamic Arabs believed in the sanctity of not killing within it. The meaning of "whoever enters the Mosque is safe" on the day of the Conquest of Mecca refers to safety from killing and punishment.
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