Mosque

A mosque (; from Arabic: مَـسْـجِـد‎, romanized: masjid, lit. place of ritual prostration) is a place of worship for Muslims.Any act of worship that follows the Islamic rules of prayer can be said to create a mosque, whether or not it takes place in a special building. Informal and open-air places of worship are called musalla, while mosques used for communal prayer on Fridays are known as jāmiʿ.

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Sunni . Mosque . Home . Salat al-Jama’at

Is it better for me to pray Fajr in congregation at a Sunni mosque where the prayer starts 15 minutes after the Adhan, or should I pray at home instead?

Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi, Sayyed Mohammad al-Musawi is originally from Iraq and heads up the World Ahlul Bayt Islamic League in London. Other than being involved in various humanitarian projects, he frequently responds to... Answered 4 months ago

The reward if praying in any Masjid is greater than the reward of praying at home. The reward of congregational prayer is much greater than praying alone.

Wassalam.

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Money . Sunni . Mosque

Is it permissible to donate some money to help build a Sunni mosque?

Every Masjid is a house of Allah where Muslims worship Allah in. Helping in building any Masjid is good except places of enemies of Ahlul Bayt (AS) because their Masjids are like Masjid of Dhiraar which was not for Allah but for Shaitan.

We help every Masjid based in Taqwa, and we never help Masjid Dhiraar which is called Masjid but used as a centre against Ahlul Bayt (SS).

Wassalam..

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Woman . Mosque . Salat al-Jama’at

Is it more recommended for women to pray alone, or to join congregational prayer in public settings such as a mosque or school?

The Hadeeth says: The Masjid of the woman is her house مسجد المرأة بيتها.

Muslim woman can pray in Majid of school if there is another benefit like learning or attending a Majlis or any other useful purpose which can't be achieved from home.

Muslim women used to pry in the Masjid behind the Prophet (SAWA) which means that it is good to that with all arrangements of Hijab.
'Wassalam.

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Woman . Sunni-Shi'a . Mosque . Salah (Prayers)

What precautions should a solo female traveler consider if she feels uncomfortable praying discreetly in non-Muslim countries and non-Shia mosques? Can she postpone midday prayers until just before sunset to avoid negative experiences?

Zaid Alsalami, Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from... Answered 1 year ago

Bismihi ta'ala

That's very good that you plan your itinerary around your prayer time. This will definitely bring barakah to you in this life and the hereafter.

Such scenarios do not exempt you from not praying, and that is a major sin. If it is a matter of delaying from the recommended time, but still in the shar'i time, that's fine.

Just base things on individual scenarios that you encounter, and make correct judgments accordingly.

And Allah knows best

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Sunni . Mosque . Sunni-Shi'a

As the only Shia follower in my area, is it permissible for me to attend a Sunni mosque and pray according to their practices?

Bismihi ta'ala

Of course you can attend a Sunni mosque, and pray there, but no, you cannot pray according to their method. You must pray according to the Shi'ah method, which means with your hands to your side, prostrating on something from the earth, etc.

If you are in fear of your life, then that is another situation.

And Allah knows best

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Mosque . Masjid . Homosexuality

Is it permissible to allow an LGBT individual to enter a mosque, or should we deny them access?

Amina Inloes, Amina Inloes is originally from the US and has a PhD in Islamic Studies from the University of Exeter on Shi'a hadith. She is the program leader for the MA Islamic Studies program at the... Answered 1 year ago

If you do not allow an LGBT individual to enter a mosque, the next day they will go to a church.

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Shahada . Sunni . Mosque . Taharah (Purity)

What should I do if I took Shahada in a Sunni mosque without being in a state of purity, but now acknowledge Shia as the true path?

Bismihi ta'ala

There is nothing you need to do, as far as this. Congratulations on joining the Ark of Salvation, the Ark of Ahlul Bayt (a.s.).

And Allah knows best

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Mosque . Conversion to Islam . Sunni-Shi'a

I converted to Islam in 2021 but I have come to view Shia Islam as the correct. I have reached out to the nearest mosque and a couple other, but no one ever replies. Are Shi'ites leery of converts? Who can I talk to get me started on the correct path?

First of all we congratulate you in knowing and discovering the real religion from Allah which is Islam. This is one the greatest bounties from Allah on us which we to always appreciate and thank Allah for it. Your faith in the real Islam of the Prophet (SAWS) and Ahlul Bayt (AS) does not need approval from anyone or any Masjid. No doubt Shia Islam welcomes any truth seeker and provides real answers to any question or inquiry. Please feel free to ask Shia scholars about any questions or issues you may have. There are many useful Shia websites including this website which contain many useful information.

Wassalaam

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Mosque . Judaism . Conversion to Islam . Egypt

I was born into an Egyptian Jewish household and I feel I have been called to Islam, specifically the Shia sect. Am I permitted to enter a mosque and ask to learn, and if so how would I go about doing that withount seeming disrespectful?

Bismihi ta'ala

Yes, by approaching the proper individuals in the mosque, and seeking to meet with the scholar, to have a discussion and ask your questions is the best starting point. Of course, once you explain who you are, and what you seek, I am sure they will accomodate and be helpful, in shaa Allah.

This website has abundant resources for that as well.

With prayers for your success

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Women . Mosque . Menstruation (Haidh)

Is it not allowed for women who have their menses to enter a mosque?

Bismihi ta'ala

That is correct, among the things a woman in her monthly cycle (haydh) is not allowed to do is enter into a masjid.

And Allah knows best.

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Mosque . Sadaqa (Charity)

It is highly recommended to give Sadaqa every day and it is better to give Sadaqa every morning and every evening. You can collect the amount and give it to the needy or to trusted persons who make it reach to the needy as soon as possible.

Wassalam.

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Mosque . Conversion to Islam . Makkah

As a convert to Islam, does my Islam need to be validated by a mosque so that I may enter Mecca?

Real Islamic rules do not need such validation document because your faith in Islam (THERE IS NO GOD BUT ALLAH, MUHAMMAD IS THE MESSENGER OF ALLAH) in enough to be a Muslim.

Some Muslim governments ask for a document of being a Muslim from those who were born as non Muslims. Such document can be issued by a mosque or Islamic organization for getting a visa for Hajj or Umrah. It is never compulsory to get such document to be a Muslim. Visa requirement to Macca is different from the conditions to be a Muslim.

Wassalam.