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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In Islam, a house of worship is called a/an ____
A
Cathedral
B
Mosque
C
Synagogue
D
Temple
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -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 touch their foreheads to the ground as a sign of submission (literally, Islam) to the will of God.

Detailed explanation-2: -Mosques are places of worship for Muslims, but also contain teaching and community spaces. They’re a central gathering place for Muslims, both for worship and faith and also for community and learning.

Detailed explanation-3: -It states that the Kaaba was the first House of Worship for mankind, and that it was built by Ibrahim and Ismail on Allah’s instructions. Verily, the first House (of worship) appointed for mankind was that at Bakkah (Makkah), full of blessing, and a guidance for mankind.

Detailed explanation-4: -Mosques are places where Muslims worship. Some important Islamic holy places include the Kaaba shrine in Mecca, the Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem, and the Prophet Muhammad’s mosque in Medina.

Detailed explanation-5: -HOUSE OF WORSHIP A masjid (place of prostration in Arabic) or mosque is a place for Muslims to gather for Salat (ritual prayer).

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