The Role of the Masjid
The Role of the Masjid
Unfortunately, some people carry the notions nowadays that the Masjid only exists for the performance of salah, and no other activities must be permitted in the Masjid. But Islam has determined that the Masjid is expected to play important roles in the Muslim community, and the classical learned scholars have devoted considerable sections in the books of Islamic fiqh (jurisprudence) highlighting these roles, which will become clearer when the tasks which the Masjid is expected to be central to, are examined later in detail.
Imam Ibn Taimyyah said about the role of the Masajed: “The mosques were the stations of the Muslim leaders and the centers for congregations. The prophet (S.A.W.) established the foundation his blessed mosque on piety. In it prayers and Qur’anic recitations were performed, the remembrance of Allah and teaching knowledge established, and speeches were given. And in it were matters of politics (running affairs of the Ummah), troops and platoons were deployed, and in it Muslims gathered for their religious and livelihood affairs, and so were his governing officer of Makkah, At-Ta’if, Yaman, and other similar regions and cities. And the same was the condition with his governing officers in the suburbs. They had gatherings where they performed the prayers and political affair…” {See the book of Al-Fatawa, volume 35 page 39.}
Masjid Manners for Dummies
Masjid Manners for Dummies
(Or, Things that have Happened and should Never Happen Again)
1. Do not enter a Masjid and, upon seeing a dish of food with meat, ask “Is that pork?”
2. Do not enter a one level, open room Masjid and ask “Is this where we pray?”
3. Do not enter a Masjid and ask “Are there any Qurans here?” without looking at the bookcase.
4. Do not enter a room filled with women and ask “Is this the men’s side?”
5. Do not enter a Masjid and change your child’s diapers in the prayer area.
6. Upon changing the babies diaper IN THE BATHROOM, do not leave your child’s diaper on the floor, next to the sink, or in the trash can unless you plan on changing the entire trash can bag.
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