Nabi Ayub is a prominent messenger of Allah, the creator and sustainer of this universe. Nabi Ayub tomb is located in on the North-western side of Salalah City in the beautiful Al Qara mountains. This is one of the prophets’ tombs in Sultanate of Oman, and the most visited one in Salalah.
The mausoleum is an important pilgrimage site for Muslims, Christians and Jews due to the historical significance of Nabi Ayub. He is mentioned both in the Holy Quran, the revelation from Allah to Prophet Mohammad and in the Holy Bible. He is mentioned in Bible as Prophet Job.
Recommended Read: List of Tombs of Prophets in Salalah
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Who is Prophet Ayub?
Prophet Job was a very rich and healthy person with lots of land, and many children and animals. All of which were lost and he was struck with disease as a test from Allah. He remained patient and steadfast during the test, so Allah eventually relieved him of the disease and he became wealthy and healthy again. He had off springs afterwards.
This is the story of Prophet Ayub (in Urdu, kisah Nabi Ayub AS).
Nabi Ayub is also written as Nabi Ayoub or Prophet Ayub or Hazrat Ayub A.S.
Prophet Ayub’s Family Tree
The family tree of Prophets is hung on the wall inside the tomb. It is in Arabic and features the family tree of all prophets from Prophet Idrees A.S. to Prophet Mohammed Peace Be Upon Him – including Prophet Ayub. If you want the HD image of this family tree, please contact us.
Drive to Nabi Ayub Tomb
Nabi Ayub Tomb is located in Beith Zarbij, 27 kilometers from Salalah City. The drive from Salalah city to Jebel Ittin is quite pleasant, and memorable. It will take around 30 minutes to reach the tomb.
During Khareef Season, the mountains are covered with fog and sometimes the visibility is very low on the roads. This could make driving on the mountain road quite challenging, especially for those who are not used to drive on the mountainous tracks. It’s advisable to go on a guided tour, with experienced driver to be on the safer side.
Guided Tour to the Tomb of Prophet Job
There are couple of sightseeing tours, which can cover the visit to this tomb. The Half Day Salalah City Tour or Half Day West Salalah Tour are ideal to explore Prophet Ayoub’s Tomb together with other beautiful natural sites in Dhofar.
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Perfect Time to Visit Prophet Job Tomb
On any day, visitors can be found inside the tomb. You can visit this mausoleum in any part of the year. It is advisable to visit this place during the day light.
During Khareef season, more people visit the Dhofar region and Prophet Ayoub’s Tomb is one of the must see places in Salalah in their list. At this time of the year, multiple makeshift stalls sell cup of tea, and coffee and other snacks outside the fence of the tomb – in the parking lot. These stalls also sell fresh cut fruits, toys for kids and mosquito repellents. A variety of other things can also be found.
When you visit the Tomb of Job outside the khareef season (know more about Khareef season), you wouldn’t find the makeshift stalls at the parking lot.
Just for information, khareef season is from Mid June to early September. During this time, Salalah has rainfall, which transform the area and makes it an Oasis in Arabia. The months outside of khareef season are October, November, December, January, February, March, April and May.
Inside Nabi Ayub Tomb
Prophet Ayub Tomb is a rectangular white color building on the top of the mountain and at its edge.
The tomb has a central dome, which is painted green both from inside and outside. A chandelier hangs inside the tomb.
Prophet Ayub’s grave is 4 meters long, which is covered with green sheet of cloth out of respect.
Dress Modestly: You have to dress modestly while entering a religious site or tomb. Both male and female should wear full length trousers and full sleeve shirts. In addition to this, the woman should wear a scarf over the head.
Shoes are not allowed inside the tomb. So just before entering the main building, you need to take off your shoes.
Ancient Praying Place Besides the Tomb
Besides the Tomb, there is an ancient praying place. You can find the colorful praying rugs inside this place. The praying place shares the wall of the tomb.
Footprint of Prophet Ayub
Just before the entrance of the tomb, the footprint of Prophet Ayoub is embedded in stone. The stone is below the ground level and is inside a small raised boundary.
Prophet Ayub’s Spring – Sharsate
Nearby the tomb is a spring – known as Sharsate. It gushed out after Prophet Ayub prayed to God. It’s mentioned in verse number 42 of Surah Sa’ad.
The spring, also locally known as Prophet Ayub Spring, is at a little descend from the mountain. A 10 minutes walkway with stairs goes to the spring. During the monsoon season, the spring area is quite foggy and slippery due to mist.
Unlike the other waterfalls in the region, which are seasonal, the water of this spring is coming out from the mountain throughout the year, with or without rain.
Mention of Prophet Ayub in Holy Quran
In Holy Quran – the holy book of Muslims – Prophet Ayub is mentioned 4 times. This holy book confirms the books revealed by God earlier and mentions detailed stories about Prophet Abraham, Prophet Jacob, Prophet Joseph, Prophet Moses, Prophet David, Prophet Solomon, Prophet Jesus and others.
In the Holy Quran, Prophet Ayoub is mentioned in chapters of Surah Al Nisa, Surah Al Anam, Surah Al Anmbiya and Surah Sa’ad.
In the verse number 163 of Surah Nisa (Chpater 4):
Indeed, We have revealed to you, [O Muhammad], as We revealed to Noah and the prophets after him. And we revealed to Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, the Descendants, Jesus, Job, Jonah, Aaron, and Solomon, and to David We gave the book [of Psalms].
In the verse number 84 of Surah Al Anam (Chapter 6):
And We gave to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob – all [of them] We guided. And Noah, We guided before; and among his descendants, David and Solomon and Job and Joseph and Moses and Aaron. Thus do We reward the doers of good.
In the verses number 83 and 84 of Surah Al Anmbiya (Chapter 21):
And [mention] Job, when he called to his Lord, “Indeed, adversity has touched me, and you are the Most Merciful of the merciful.”
So We responded to him and removed what afflicted him of adversity. And We gave him [back] his family and the like thereof with them as mercy from Us and a reminder for the worshippers [of Allah ].
From verses number 41 to 44 of Surah Sa’ad (Chapter 38):
And remember Our servant Job, when he called to his Lord, “Indeed, Satan has touched me with hardship and torment.”
[So he was told], “Strike [the ground] with your foot; this is a [spring for] a cool bath and drink.”
And We granted him his family and a like [number] with them as mercy from Us and a reminder for those of understanding.
[We said], “And take in your hand a bunch [of grass] and strike with it and do not break your oath.” Indeed, We found him patient, an excellent servant. Indeed, he was one repeatedly turning back [to Allah].
In the last verse, Allah mentioned striking his wife with bunch of grass. To understand this, we have to refer to what happened at the time of the prophet. Nabi Ayub was patient during the trial. Satan reminded Prophet Ayub’s wife of her life before Job’s illness and how they were abundant in family and fortune.
Although his wife did not lose faith, asked Ayub A.S. to ask God to remove this suffering. Prophet Job remained steadfast, told her that this suffering had been for a relatively short period of time and, without thinking, told her that he would beat her with hundred strokes for complaining.
After he was cured, Allah ordered him to take some grass and use these to hit her hundred times. By doing this, Hazrat Ayub didn’t break his oath to Allah and didn’t hurt her as well.
Mention of Prophet Job in Bible
Prophet Job is mentioned in the first chapter of the Holy Scriptures of Job in the Old Testament. It is said that his native country was the land of Aouss, which according to the tenth chapter of Genesis, the first book of the Old Testament, was located towards Safar (Dhofar).
There was a man in the country of Uz named Job. He was a man of complete integrity, who feared God and turned away from evil. He had seven sons and three daughters. His estate included seven thousand sheep and goats, three thousand camels, five hundred yoke of oxen, five hundred female donkeys, and a very large number of servants. Job was the greatest man among all the people of the east.
Is this is the Only Claimed Tomb of Prophet Ayub?
The tomb in Salalah is one of the claimed tombs of Prophet Ayub. There are others located in Lebanon and Turkey. Well of course they can’t all be right, but they can all be wrong! It is important that we take lesson and wisdom from Job’s life and experience. And Allah knows the best.
Other Places to Visit near the Tomb of Prophet Ayub
There are many other places to visit in Salalah near the tomb of Prophet Ayub. Some of them are below:
Ayn Jarziz: Ayn Jarziz is a spring at the bottom of Al Qara mountains, before the inclination of Ittin mountains. Beautiful huts are located in the Garziz Area, as well as nearby. In these huts, one can cook delicious barbecue food with beautiful view in the surroundings.
Ittin Cave: The most famous place in Jebel ittin is the Ittin caves, which are just at the start and have spectacular view of Salalah City. The new airport and the sea is visible from the walkway on the cave. Read More about Ittin Cave and the Viewpoint
Mughsail Beach and Blowholes: Mughsail beach is one of the most visited place in Dhofar. Mughsail has long white sand beach, a natural fountain (called blowholes) and a lagoon with lots of migrating birds. A visit to Salalah is incomplete without a visit to Mughsayl Beach. Read More about Mughsail Beach and the Amazing Blowholes
Where to Stay Near Prophet Ayub Tomb?
There are Over 100 Hotels and Apartments on Booking.com for Salalah, which you can consider for your comfortable and memorable stay.
Below are our recommendations:
Luxury: Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara: There couldn’t be any better choice of staying in Salalah other than Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara. This is the finest and premium resort in the city with private pool villas, which are not available in other resorts.
Anantara is located next to the famous tourist location of Al Baleed Archeological Site, Frankincense Land Museum and is on the white sand beach of the Arabian Sea. Indeed, it is a great place to have a fun filled family vacation. Check prices, reviews, and availability here
Mid Range: Hilton Resort Salalah: Overlooking the Indian Ocean with a view of Salalah Port, Hilton Salalah Resort is ready to welcome you. This hotel is located near to Khareef Festival Area, Mughsayl Beach, Ittin Mountains and other destinations, which are famous among the Khareef Tourists. Check prices, reviews, and availability here