Cloak of Muhammad

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by Brian H. Neely (U.S. Department of State)

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The Cloak of Muhammad is a revered religious relic housed in Kandahar, Afghanistan. It is believed to be a cloak that once belonged to the Prophet Muhammad. The cloak is kept in a special shrine known as the Shrine of the Cloak (Kherqa Sharif), which is situated within the city. This relic holds immense significance for many Muslims, and it is typically displayed only on special occasions due to its sacred nature. Historically, the cloak has been used to lend legitimacy to rulers and has been a symbol of religious and political power in the region.

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