Mrs. Koontz
Art History 1
November 13, 2015
Formal Analysis: The Dome of the Rock The holy Dome of the Rock was built at the center of Jerusalem over the Haram Al- Sharif also known as the “Noble Sanctuary” in 691 through 692. The Haram Al- Sharif was a significant site for Christians, Jews, and Muslims. Muslims believe that it was the site in which Muhammad ascended to the presence of God, also it was thought to be the site of the first and second Jewish Temples. Jews and Christians relate to this place with Solomon, with the creation of Adam, and the place where Abraham prepared to sacrifice his first son Isaac at the command of God. The Dome of the Rock remains one of the world’s most beautiful art and architectural treasures.