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    "Mosque" is the English name for a place of Muslim worship, equivalent to a church, synagogue or temple in other faiths. The Arabic term for this house of Muslim worship is "masjid," which literally means "place of prostration" (in prayer).
    A mosque is a place of prayer for Muslims, or followers of the religion of Islam. The first mosque was the courtyard in the home of Muhammad, Islam’s founder. Today many mosques are large buildings with beautiful towers and domes. The inside of a mosque always includes an open space for worship.
    The Muslim building for communal worship is called a mosque. Muslims often refer to the mosque by its Arabic name, masjid. The word comes from the Arabic for "place of prostration". Very often Mosques have a domed roof and a tall tower called a minaret. Muslims are called to prayer from the minaret.
    A mosque is more than just a place of worship for Muslims; it is a cornerstone of the community, a hub for social, educational, and spiritual activities. The Arabic term for a mosque is "masjid," which means "place of prostration," reflecting its primary purpose as a place for prayer.
     
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    A mosque , also called a masjid (/ˈmæsdʒɪd, ˈmʌs-/ MASS-jid, MUSS-), is a place of worship for Muslims. The term usually refers to a covered building, but can be any place where Islamic prayers are performed, such as an outdoor courtyard. Originally, mosques were simple places of prayer for the early Muslims, and … See more

    The word 'mosque' entered the English language from the French word mosquée, probably derived from Italian moschea (a variant of Italian … See more

    Prayers
    There are two holidays (Eids) in the Islamic calendar: ʿĪd al-Fiṭr and ʿĪd al-Aḍḥā, during which there are special prayers held at … See more

    Prayer leading
    Appointment of a prayer leader is considered desirable, but not always obligatory. The permanent prayer leader (imam) … See more

    Origins
    Islam was established in Arabia during the lifetime of Muhammad in the 7th century CE. The first mosque in history could be either the sanctuary … See more

    Styles
    Arab-plan or hypostyle mosques are the earliest type of mosques, pioneered under the Umayyad … See more

    Political mobilization
    The late 20th century saw an increase in the number of mosques used for political purposes. While some governments in the Muslim world have … See more

     
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    The English word "mosque" denotes a Muslim house of worship. The word evolved from the Arabic term masjid, which means "place of prostration." During prayer, Muslims briefly kneel and …

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