Fatwa #80086 March 2003Pakistan

i wana know that the word mosque is suitabe to use

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According to the Oxford Dictionary, the word ?Mosque? in the English language refers to a place of worship for Muslims.

It is correct to use the word, ?Mosque?. However, it is more appropriate to use the Arabic word, ?Masjid?, which means a place where Sajdah is made.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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