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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the Islamic house of worship called?
A
church
B
mosque
C
temple
D
synagogue
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: -The mosque, masjid in Arabic, is the Muslim gathering place for prayer. Masjid simply means “place of prostration.”

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: -A musalla may also refer to a room, structure, or place for conducting salah (canonical prayers) and is usually translated as a “prayer hall” smaller than a mosque.

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