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Cave of Prophet Hud عليه اسلام in Jerash

Great Prophet who was sent to the people of ‘Aad. Sometimes been identified with Eber, an ancestor of the Israelites who is mentioned in the Old Testament

Jerash, Jordan

It is believed that Prophet Hud would have sought refuge in the cave behind this mosque during the destruction of his community. Although the locals translated the place as ‘Shrine’ it is actually the location of one of his maqam.

Coordinates: 32.255747, 35.909767