The Relationship between Al-Aqsa mosque and Al-Kaaba / Qibla

The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) prayed towards Qibla for about 14 years and a half, and this was more than the time he prayed towards Al-Kaaba before his death. This is an indication of the great virtues of Al-Aqsa Mosque for Allah; it is the first “Qibla” before Al-Kaaba.