Dome Of The Rock Research Paper

Dome of the Rock Outline
Many people are drawn to the Dome for the architectural value, the myths that surround this holy place and for a desire to draw closer to God.

Topic Sentence #1: The architectural value of the dome draws many people from all over the world to study the creation qualities of the dome.
• The shrine conveys its own message through color and shape. (Mintz 2010)
• The mosaics that line the walls
• Decorations that cover the dome Topic Sentence #2: The myths draw people in.
• The Prophet Muhammad ascended to heaven.
• The place where Abraham went to sacrifice his son
• The Well of Souls (Balfour 2012)

Topic Sentence #3: A deep desire to draw closer to God.
• Islamic religious beliefs towards the dome