Masjid Manners

When was the first Masjid built?

• 622 AD

• 600 AD

• 610 AD

• 632 AD

What is the proper way to enter a Masjid?

• Remove shoes and enter with right foot first.

• Keep shoes on and enter with right foot first.

• Remove shoes and enter with left foot first.

• Remove shoes and enter with both feet first.

Why are Masjids considered important in Islam?

• Masjids are considered important in Islam because they are historical landmarks.

• Masjids are considered important in Islam because they are a source of entertainment for Muslims.

• Masjids are considered important in Islam because they are tourist attractions.

• Masjids are considered important in Islam because they serve as a place of worship, community gathering, and spiritual development for Muslims.

What is the significance of the mihrab in a Masjid?

• The mihrab is a storage space for religious texts and artifacts.

• The mihrab is used for performing ablution before prayer.

• The mihrab is a decorative element in the Masjid.

• The mihrab indicates the direction of Mecca during prayer.

What is the purpose of the minaret in a Masjid?

• To provide additional seating for worshippers

• To serve as a place for ablution before prayer

• To provide a visual cue for the call to prayer and symbolize the presence of a mosque

• To store religious artifacts and scriptures

What is the recommended etiquette for performing prayers in a Masjid?

• Perform ablution only

• Wear any clothing

• Perform ablution, wear clean clothing, face the qibla, stand shoulder to shoulder, maintain silence and focus, follow the imam's movements.

• Face any direction

How do Masjids contribute to the community?

• Masjids contribute to the community by providing a place for worship, fostering a sense of community, offering educational programs, and providing social services.

• Masjids do not contribute to the community.

• Masjids only focus on religious activities and do not engage in community service.

• Masjids create divisions within the community rather than fostering unity.

What are some common features of historical Masjids?

• Prayer hall, mihrab, minbar, dome or minaret, intricate architectural designs

• Courtyard, library, ablution area, calligraphy

• Stained glass windows, multiple prayer halls, underground chambers

• Wooden structure, lack of minaret or dome, simple geometric designs

What is the role of the Imam in a Masjid?

• To collect donations for the Masjid

• To lead the congregation in prayer and provide religious guidance.

• To clean and maintain the Masjid

• To organize social events for the community

Why is it important to maintain cleanliness in a Masjid?

• Cleanliness promotes a peaceful and hygienic environment for worshippers, enhances the overall experience, and shows respect for the sacred space.

• It is not necessary to show respect for the sacred space in a Masjid.

• Cleanliness in a Masjid is only important for aesthetic purposes.

• Maintaining cleanliness in a Masjid has no impact on the worship experience.