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In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.
All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger.
In this fatwa:
Looking at the Ka‘bah during Tawaf is permissible and encouraged because it enhances spiritual focus, humility, and devotion.
Responding to your question, Sheikh Ahmad Kutty, a senior lecturer and an Islamic scholar at the Islamic Institute of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, states:
Yes, it is Okay and encouraged to look at the Ka`bah during Tawaf. As the center of prayer and circumambulation, the Ka`bah symbolizes spiritual focus and devotion.
Scholars like Ibn Qudamah and Imam An-Nawawi (may Allah have mercy on them) say that looking at the Ka`bah can boost spiritual awareness and humility. While uplifting, you don’t need to stare continuously, especially in crowds. The focus should be on the sincerity and attentiveness of the heart, promoting reverence and engagement in worship.
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Almighty Allah knows best.