WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE MUSLIM WORLD AND AFRICA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is a mosque?
A
A Muslim house of worship
B
Muslim king
C
The holy book of Islam
D
d. African tribe
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Muslims worship in a mosque. A mosque can be used for prayers, religious events, and community services. A religious leader in a mosque who leads people in prayers is referred to as Imam.

Detailed explanation-2: -A mosque (Arabic: , romanized: masjid), literally meaning “place of prostration", is a place of worship for followers of Islam.

Detailed explanation-3: -In addition to being a place of prayer, the mosque provides educational, political welfare, and conflict resolution services in times of dispute between groups, families, couples, and individuals.

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.

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