HISTORY
HISTORY OF THE MIDDLE EAST
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Building of worship for Islam
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Decorated with Patterns and Arabic
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contain an ornamental niche set into the wall that indicates the direction of Mecca
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All of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Which statement best describes why mosques were the first buildings that Muslims constructed after conquering new lands? A mosque provided a location for Muslims to pray and gather.
Detailed explanation-2: -A mosque is called a masjid in Arabic, literally a place where a Muslim prostrates in reverence to Allah. In a “congregational mosque” (masjid-i-jami or jama masjid) Muslims read their prayers (namaz) together.
Detailed explanation-3: -One of the most visible aspects of mosque architecture is the minaret, a tower adjacent or attached to a mosque, from which the call to prayer is announced. Minarets take many different forms-from the famous spiral minaret of Samarra, to the tall, pencil minarets of Ottoman Turkey.
Detailed explanation-4: -Common features. The architecture of a mosque is shaped most strongly by the regional traditions of the time and place where it was built. Sahn (courtyard) Mihrab (niche) Minaret (tower) Qubba (dome) Furnishings. Mosque patronage.