Features Of A Mosque

Features Of A Mosque

1. Platform on which the Qur'an is placed

2. Floor covered with carpet

3. Prayer niche in the wall to show the direction of Mecca

4. Men pray in main hall

5. Minaret from which to call the people to prayer

6. Lamps suspended from the high ceilings

7. Raised platform for the imam to teach the Friday sermon

8. Place to wash

9. People take their shoes off before entering as a sign of respect

10. Large space because all Muslim men are expected to pray in the Mosque on Fridays

11. Women pray from behind screens