Discover How to Use the Compass to Determine the Qibla Direction

The compass is an essential tool that has been used for centuries to determine directions on Earth, and it was invented by Arabs during the Islamic civilization. It replaced the reliance on stars to determine locations and directions, especially in the winter when stars are hidden or when a person is lost in the desert without enough experience to rely on stars. Nowadays, it is commonly used by travelers to determine the correct direction of the Qibla when they reach an open place and want to perform their prayers.

To use the compass to determine the Qibla direction, you must know that it works based on a magnetic needle that easily attracts to the high magnetic attraction center, which is the direction of the Kaaba in Mecca. The Kaaba is considered the magnetic center of the Earth. With this Android application, you will learn how to use the compass to determine the Qibla direction accurately and easily.