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Just like every other religion Muslims also have their place of worship which is called Mosque. According to the latest research 2 billion of the world’s population is Muslim and Islam is the second largest religion in the world. As the number of Muslims is very high the number of mosques is also very high because it is the common place for Muslims where they can pray freely, and spend their time in religious activities.
A mosque is a place of worship where Muslims offer their five-time prayers, do Zikr, and gather in larger numbers at special events. The mosque is an essential part of the Islamic community and plays a crucial role in uniting Muslims and keeping them close to Islam.
The importance of a mosque can also be understood that when the Holy Prophet (PBUH) migrated from Makkah to Madina and stayed in Qubah he built a mosque there, the name of that mosque is Masjid-e-Quba. It was the first ever mosque built in the history of Islam.
When the Holy Prophet (PBUH) reached Madina he laid the foundation of another mosque called Masjid-e-Nabwi which is now the second most visited mosque in the world. The mosque not only served as a place of worship for Muslims but also as a place of guidance. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) used to sit there and spend his time there worshipping ALLAH (SWT). He (PBUH) also used to solve the religious matters of Muslims in Masjid-e-Nabwi.
Thus, mosques are a place of honor and possess great importance in the Muslim community.
The reasons why mosques are given so much importance in Muslim community are explained below
Mosques are not only a place of worshipping ALLAH (SWT). It also serves as an educational center for Muslims. They get to learn every minor detail about Islam and its teachings. Many mosques have teachers who teach the Quran to Muslims. They teach translation, Tajweed, and the recitation of the Holy Quran. Other than that several social matters are discussed under the light of Islamic teachings which help Muslims lead their lives according to Islamic principles.
Muslims are obligated to pray five times a day. Mosques are the place where the Muslims gather and perform their obligatory prayers. They can perform their obligatory and supererogatory prayer there. Additionally, Mosques are a peaceful space for Muslims where they can worship ALLAH (SWT) and indulge in spirituality.
The Holy Quran says about Mosque
And (He revealed) that the mosques are for Allah, so do not invoke with Allah anyone.”
(Surah Al-Jinn, 72:18)
The Muslims gather in mosques in larger numbers not only for obligatory prayers but also to celebrate other religious events. Friday sermons, Eid gatherings, and other congregational prayers are done in mosques. These gatherings strengthen the bond of Muslims and develop a sense of brotherhood and unity making them a strong community.
Mosques frequently carry out charitable work, distributing zakat (alms) and setting up food drives for the less fortunate. Additionally, they might assist those who are struggling financially, upholding the Islamic principle of helping the poor.
Mosque imams and other religious authorities are crucial in advising and counseling people around them. They provide religious counseling, spiritual guidance, and support during difficult times. Mosques are secure locations where people can seek direction and comfort without any fear of being judged.
Mosques are a peaceful place for Muslims where they can freely practice their religion. This place has a lot of virtues connected with it which are:
Mosques are the holy places where Muslims gather to pray and strengthen their bond with ALLAH (SWT). It is the most peaceful place where the only objective is to remember ALLAH and his blessings. Mosques serve as a center of education and guidance for Muslims and bring them closer to the religion and the teachings of Islam
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