Allaah says in the Holy Qur’an: “O men! Behold, We have created you all out of a male and a female, and have made you into nations and tribes, so that you might come to know one another. Verily, the noblest of you in the sight of God is the one who is most deeply conscious of Him. Behold, God is all-knowing, all-aware.” The Holy Qur’an 49:13

The Mosque
Although the term Mosque is commonly and widely used to describe the place where Muslims worship, Muslims often call it ‘Masjid’, the Arabic term for Mosque.

Clothing in the Masjid
Clothing is expected to be modest for both men and women. This means an ankle length skirt or trousers, which should not be tight fitting or translucent, along with a covering top. A headscarf is expected for women in the Masjid, but it’s optional for non-Muslim women.

Taking off the Shoes
It is customary for Muslims to take off their shoes before entering into the prayer hall. In order to locate shoes easily, and without making the place messy, it is advisable to keep them on the rack by the entrance of the prayer hall.

Separate Seating for Men and Women
Men and women usually pray separately. Therefore, their entrance into the prayer hall is often different to avoid any collusion or confusion.

Ablution
In order to pray, Muslim men and women perform Wudhu or ablutions, if they have not done so earlier at their homes. This is not necessary for non-Muslim visitors. So, don’t stress if you see people rushing towards the Wudhu or ablution area to catch the prayer service on time.

The Prayer Hall
Remove your shoes and enter the prayer hall quietly. Muslims sit and pray on the floor in the prayer hall. Chairs are available for visitors in the rear of the prayer hall. If you are visiting with a group during a time when prayers are taking place, please be seated towards the rear of the hall. During prayer or the on-going sermon, it is expected not to talk. Also, it is advisable not to walk in front of the person who is praying.

Worship in the Prayer Hall
When any prayer is in progress, visitors are welcome to observe. The prayer generally lasts five to ten minutes and is led by the Imam (the religious leader). There are no sacred or holy objects in the masjid, except copies of the Holy Quran on bookshelves along the side walls or elsewhere in the prayer hall. Muslims do not make sacred offerings or carry out blessings of food during Salat (prayer).

The Imam
Imam leads the congregation from the front and faces towards the direction of The Holy Ka’ba in Makkah as does the rest of the congregation. The congregation will form straight lines and act in unison during the entire prayer and follow the actions of the Imam.

• The Imam recites some portions loudly and some portions silently. His recitations are short verses of the Holy Qur’an, but the rest of the congregation follows his actions silently. If a visitor arrives when the prayer is in progress, he or she should find a place near the rear wall and quietly observe the prayer.
• There will be standing, bowing, prostration and sitting during the prayer.

Common Hallways
The Community Halls are used for community gatherings and the place where food is served. These areas are for socializing and there are no requirements for removing shoes.

Free of Charge
The entrance to the Mosque is free.
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