VOICED : Egypt tightens grip on mosques to curb Is

The video discusses the changing dynamics in Egyptian mosques, where authorities are enforcing unified weekly themes to curb Islamist dissent, causing concern among rights activists. The government aims to control religious activities, fearing support for the Muslim Brotherhood. Following the ouster of President Morsi, many imams were dismissed for inciting violence. The move to unify sermons is seen as limiting creativity and leadership, leading to resistance and growing tension in Egypt.

What is one reason people choose a mosque to attend?

• The size of the mosque

• The style and themes of the Imam's preaching

• The architecture of the mosque

• The location of the mosque

What was a significant action taken against imams after the ouster of President Morsi?

• They were promoted to higher positions

• They were given more freedom in their sermons

• They were required to attend government training

• They were dismissed for inciting violence

What topics are now being promoted in mosque sermons according to the new government protocols?

• Traditional religious teachings

• Personal stories of the Imams

• Government-approved issues like youth employment

• Political ideologies

Why are many worshippers against the unification of sermons?

• It requires additional fees

• It introduces too many new topics

• It limits the creativity of the Imam

• It makes the sermons too long

What challenge do religious authorities face in enforcing the new sermon protocols?

• Lack of support from the government

• Inability to control all mosques

• Insufficient funding for religious activities

• Opposition from international organizations