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[ "The conflict over the mosque was directly linked to rioting in Bombay ( present-day Mumbai ) as well as bombings in 1993 that killed 257 people .", "The controversy surrounded the mosque was directly linked to rioting in Bombay ( present-day Mumbai ) as well as bombings in 1993 that killed 257 people ." ]
[ "A link between political views and mosque attendance can still be seen in other parts of the world .", "Nevertheless , a link between political views and mosque attendance can still be seen in other parts of the world ." ]
[ "During each night of prayers , one member of the community who has memorized the entire Qurâ an will recite a part of the book . It can last for up to two hours .", "During each night of prayers , which can last for up to two hours each night , usually one member of the community who has memorized the entire Qur...
[ "American mosques host voter registration and civic participation drives . In the United States , Muslims are often immigrants , or the children of immigrants .", "American mosques host voter registration and civic participation drives that promote involving Muslims , who are often first - or second-generation im...
[ "Some mosques have several domes , as well as the main large dome . The other domes are often smaller .", "Some mosques have multiple , often smaller , domes in addition to the main large dome that resides at the center ." ]
[ "People pray in rows parallel to the qiblah wall . They arrange themselves so they face Mecca .", "Congregants pray in rows parallel to the qiblah wall and thus arrange themselves so they face Mecca ." ]
[ "Like other places of worship , mosques can be at the center of social conflicts .", "As they are considered important to the Muslim community , mosques , like other places of worship , can be at the heart of social conflicts ." ]
[ "It is also considered as rude to walk in front of Muslims in prayer or otherwise disturb them .", "In addition , it is disrespectful to walk in front of or otherwise disturb Muslims in prayer ." ]
[ "In nearly two-thirds of American mosques , women pray behind partitions or in separate areas , not in the main prayer hall ; some mosques do not admit women at all .", "In nearly two-thirds of American mosques , women pray behind partitions or in separate areas , not in the main prayer hall ; some mosques do not...
[ "One or more iwans face a central courtyard that serves as the prayer hall .", "In iwan mosques , one or more iwans face a central courtyard that serves as the prayer hall ." ]
[ "In modern Turkey non-Muslim tourists are allowed to enter any mosque , but must obey the rules of decorum .", "In modern Turkey non-Muslim tourists are allowed to enter any mosque , but there are some strict rules ." ]
[ "Saudi involvement in building mosques around the world only goes back to the 1960s .", "Although the Saudi involvement in mosques around the world can be traced back to the 1960s , it was not until later in the twentieth century that the government of Saudi Arabia became a large influence in foreign mosques ." ]
[ "Larger mosques sometimes offer special , optional prayers . They are done after the last required prayer of the day .", "Following the last obligatory daily prayer ( isha ) special , optional tarawih prayers are offered in larger mosques ." ]
[ "The first minaret was built in 665 in Basra during the reign of the Umayyad caliph Muawiyah I. Muawiyah encouraged the building of minarets , as they were supposed to be the same as bell towers on Christian churches .", "The first minaret was constructed in 665 in Basra during the reign of the Umayyad caliph Mua...
[ "In the warm Mediterranean and Middle Eastern climates , the courtyard served to hold the large number of worshippers during Friday prayers .", "Historically , in the warm Mediterranean and Middle Eastern climates , the courtyard served to accommodate the large number of worshippers during Friday prayers ." ]
[ "Men are supposed to come to the mosque wearing loose and clean clothes that do not show the shape of the body .", "Men are supposed to come to the mosque wearing loose and clean clothes that do not reveal the shape of the body ." ]
[ "Because of this , mosque architects used the shape of the bell tower for their minarets . Both the minaret and the bell tower serve the same purpose â '' to call the faithful to prayer .", "Consequently , mosque architects borrowed the shape of the bell tower for their minarets , which were used for essentially ...
[ "Mosques are places of worship . For this reason , those inside the mosque should be respectful to those who are praying .", "As mosques are places of worship , those within the mosque are required to remain respectful to those in prayer ." ]
[ "The top of the minaret is the highest point in the mosque , and usually the highest point in the area around the mosque .", "The top of the minaret is always the highest point in mosques that have one , and often the highest point in the immediate area ." ]
[ "The flat roof of the prayer hall was supported by columns . Many rows of columns were needed to support such roofs ; this is called `` hypostyle architecture '' .", "Most early hypostyle mosques had flat roofs on prayer halls , which required the use of numerous columns and supports ." ]
[ "Many forms of mosques have developed in different regions of the Islamic world .", "Many forms of mosques have evolved in different regions of the Islamic world including those in southeast Asia ." ]
[ "Islamic law requires men and women to be separated in the prayer hall .", "Islamic law does n't require men and women to be separated in the prayer hall ; there is nothing written in the Qur ` an about the issue of space in mosques and gender separation . However , traditional rules have segregated women and men...
[ "Although there are sections only for women and children , the Grand Mosque in Mecca is desegregated .", "Although there are sections exclusively for women and children , the Grand Mosque in Mecca is desegregated ." ]
[ "The Ottomans began building central dome mosques in the fifteenth century .", "The Ottomans introduced central dome mosques in the fifteenth century ." ]
[ "The conflict between two Muslim groups in Iraq had already led to other bombings . However mosque bombings are not limited to Iraq .", "Other mosque bombings in Iraq , both before and after the February 2006 bombing , have been part of the conflict between the country 's groups of Muslims ." ]
[ "They say that non-Muslims may not be allowed into mosques at all .", "Today , the decision on whether non-Muslims should be allowed to enter mosques varies . With few exceptions , mosques in the Arabian peninsula as well as Morocco do not allow entry to non-Muslims ." ]
[ "Similarly , women who come to the mosque are expected to wear loose clothing , shirts , pants that cover to the wrists and ankles and cover their heads such as with a hijab .", "Likewise , it is recommended that women at a mosque wear loose clothing that covers to the wrists and ankles , and cover their heads wi...
[ "The tallest minaret in the world is in the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca , Morocco .", "The tallest minaret in the world is located at the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca , Morocco ." ]
[ "Mosques or the community usually provide meals at times through the night .", "Mosques or the community usually provide meals periodically throughout the night ." ]
[ "Some mosques have Arabic calligraphy and Qur ` anic verses on the walls to help worshipers focus on the beauty of Islam and its holiest book , the Qur ` an , as well as for decoration .", "Some mosques have Arabic calligraphy and Qur ` anic verses on the walls to assist worshippers in focusing on the beauty of I...
[ "Modern mosques should appeal to the community they serve . For this reason , other facilities may also be available at the mosque , like health clinics , libraries and gymnasia .", "As mosques are supposed to appeal to the community , they may also have additional facilities , from health clinics to libraries to...
[ "The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca is one of only two mosques in Morocco currently open to non-Muslims .", "For example , the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca is one of only two mosques in Morocco currently open to non-Muslims ." ]
[ "Iwan mosques are famous for their domed rooms and iwans .", "Iwan mosques are most notable for their domed chambers and iwans , vaulted spaces opening out at one end ." ]
[ "Important mosque types include the early Abbasid mosques , T-type mosques , and the central-dome mosques of Anatolia .", "Notable mosque types include the early Abbasid mosques , T-type mosques , and the central-dome mosques of Anatolia ." ]
[ "As a result , both men and women must follow this rule when they attend a mosque ( though mosques may not always enforce the rules ) .", "As a result , although many mosques will not enforce violations , both men and women when attending a mosque must adhere to these guidelines ." ]
[ "The style borrows from pre-Islamic Iranian architecture . Most mosques with this style are in Iran .", "The style represents a borrowing from pre-Islamic Iranian architecture and has been used almost exclusively for mosques in Iran ." ]
[ "The second caliph Umar at one time stopped women from attending mosques , especially at night , because he feared they may be teased by males , so he made them to pray at home .", "The second caliph Umar at one time prohibited women from attending mosques especially at night because he feared they may be teased ...
[ "Mosques organise iftar dinners after sunset . These are done after the fourth required prayer of the day .", "As Muslims must fast during the day during Ramadan , mosques will host iftar dinners after sunset and the fourth required prayer of the day , maghrib ." ]
[ "The King Fahd Mosque in Culver City , California and the Islamic Cultural Center of Italy in Rome are two of Saudi Arabia 's largest investments in foreign mosques as former Saudi king Fahd bin Abdul Aziz al-Saud gave US$ 8 million and US$ 50 million to the two mosques , respectively .", "The King Fahd Mosque in...
[ "The domes were often placed directly above the main prayer hall . They represent the vaults of heaven and the sky .", "The domes , often placed directly above the main prayer hall , may signify the vaults of heaven and the sky ." ]
[ "During the last ten days of Ramadan , larger mosques will host all-night programs to observe Laylat al-Qadr . It is the night Muslims believe that the Islamic prophet Muhammad first received Qur ` anic revelations .", "During the last ten days of Ramadan , larger mosques will host all-night programs to observe L...
[ "The qiblah wall is usually at the other side of the entrance to the prayer hall .", "Usually opposite the entrance to the prayer hall is the qiblah wall , the visually emphasized area inside the prayer hall ." ]
[ "Visiting a mosque is allowed only between prayers ; visitors must wear long trousers and take off their shoes ; women must cover their heads ; no photos ; no loud talk is allowed . No references to other religions are allowed ( no crosses on necklaces , no cross gestures etc.", "Visiting a mosque is allowed only...
[ "A mosque is a place where Muslims worship .", "A mosque is a place of worship for followers of Islam ." ]
[ "In February 2006 , a bombing seriously damaged Iraq 's al-Askari Mosque .", "A February 2006 bombing that seriously damaged Iraq 's al-Askari Mosque , exacerbated tensions that had already existed ." ]
[ "Nearly all the mosques in the Arabian Peninsula as well as Morocco do not allow non-Muslims .", "With few exceptions , mosques in the Arabian peninsula as well as Morocco do not allow entry to non-Muslims ." ]
[ "Saudi citizens have also given a lot of money to mosques in the Islamic world , especially in countries where they see Muslims as poor and oppressed .", "Saudi citizens have also contributed significantly to mosques in the Islamic world , especially in countries where they see Muslims as poor and oppressed ." ]
[ "On that night , between sunset and sunrise , mosques employ speakers to teach the worshipers about Islam .", "On that night , between sunset and sunrise , mosques employ speakers to educate congregants in attendance about Islam ." ]
[ "After the September 11 attacks , several American mosques were targets of attacks . These ranged from simple vandalism to arson .", "Following the September 11 attacks , several American mosques were targeted in attacks ranging from simple vandalism to arson ." ]
[ "The earliest mosques , opened in 7th century were open-air spaces . They are the Quba Mosque and Masjid al-Nabawi .", "They have developed significantly from the open-air spaces that were the Quba Mosque and Al-Masjid al-Nabawi in the 7th century ." ]
[ "Arab-plan mosques were built mostly during the Umayyad and Abbasid dynasties . The Arab plan was very simple , which did not allow for much further development .", "Arab-plan mosques were constructed mostly under the Umayyad and Abbasid dynasties ; subsequently , however , the simplicity of the Arab plan limited...
[ "Many Mosques throughout the United States welcome non-Muslims as a sign of openness to the rest of the community and to encourage conversions to Islam .", "Many mosques throughout the United States welcome non-Muslims as a sign of openness to the rest of the community as well as to encourage conversions to Islam...
[ "Muhammad said , women should pray at home , not at the mosque . Muhammad thought women should not be forbidden in mosques .", "Traditionalists try to argue that Muhammad preferred women to pray at home rather than at a mosque , and they cite a hadith in which Muhammad supposedly said : `` The best mosques for wo...
[ "Countries with small Muslim populations use mosques as a way to support civic participation . They are more likely to do this than Muslim-majority countries of the Greater Middle East .", "Countries with a minority Muslim population are more likely than Muslim-majority countries of the Greater Middle East to use...
[ "A few scholars of Islamic law believe that non-Muslims may be allowed into mosques , as long as they do not sleep or eat there .", "Under most interpretations of Islamic law , non-Muslims may be allowed into mosques , as long as they do not sleep or eat there ." ]
[ "Loud talking or discussion of topics that could be disrespectful , is forbidden in areas where people are praying .", "Loud talking within the mosque , as well as discussion of topics deemed disrespectful , is forbidden in areas where people are praying ." ]
[ "After the al-Askari Mosque bombing in February 2006 , imams and other Islamic leaders used mosques and Friday prayers to call for calm and peace during the widespread violence .", "Following the al-Askari Mosque bombing in February 2006 , imams and other Islamic leaders used mosques and Friday prayers as vehicle...
[ "For mosques in other areas , it has most commonly been taken that non-Muslims may only enter mosques if granted permission to do so by Muslims and if they have a proper reason .", "For mosques in other areas , it has most commonly been taken that non-Muslims may only enter mosques if granted permission to do so ...
[ "Before a solution could be found , the mosque was destroyed by about 200,000 Hindus . It took place on 6 December 1992 .", "Before a mutual solution could be devised , the mosque was destroyed by approximately 200,000 Hindu extremists on December 6 , 1992 as the mosque was built by Babur allegedly on the site of...
[ "They only took up a small part of the roof near the mihrab . Later , they took the whole roof above the prayer hall .", "As time progressed , domes grew , from occupying a small part of the roof near the mihrab to encompassing the whole roof above the prayer hall ." ]
[ "Some of these rules are the same all over the world , such as no shoes should be worn in the prayer hall . Other rules are different from mosque to mosque .", "While there are several rules , such as those regarding not allowing shoes in the prayer hall , that are universal , there are many other rules that are ...
[ "In April 2006 , there were two explosions at India 's Jama Masjid .", "In April 2006 , two explosions occurred at India 's Jama Masjid ." ]
[ "Part of the food is given by members of the community , which creates nightly potluck dinners .", "Food is provided , at least in part , by members of the community , thereby creating nightly potluck dinners ." ]
[ "In June 2005 , a suicide bomber killed at least 19 people at an Afghan mosque .", "However , mosque bombings have not been exclusive to Iraq ; in June 2005 , a suicide bomber killed at least 19 people at an Afghan Shia mosque near Jade Maivand ." ]
[ "The mihrab serves as the place where the imam leads the five daily prayers .", "The mihrab serves as the location where the imam leads the five daily prayers on a regular basis ." ]
[ "Mosques often have fountains or other facilities for washing in their entrances or courtyards , so that people can perform the washing ritual before prayer .", "As ritual purification precedes all prayers , mosques often have ablution fountains or other facilities for washing in their entryways or courtyards ." ...
[ "The community contribution to these dinners is required . For this reason , mosques with smaller communities may not be able to hold the iftar dinners daily .", "Because of the community contribution necessary to serve iftar dinners , mosques with smaller congregations may not be able to host the iftar dinners d...
[ "Often , hypostyle mosques have outer arcades . They allow the visitors to enjoy the shade .", "Frequently , hypostyle mosques have outer arcades so that visitors can enjoy the shade ." ]
[ "In traditional mosques , there is often a building specially for washing . This is often in the center of the courtyard .", "In traditional mosques , this function is often elaborated into a freestanding building in the center of a courtyard ." ]
[ "Dogs are usually banned from entering mosques , but on 24 September 2008 , the Muslim Law Council UK made special ruling , called a fatwa , which granted a blind Muslim permission to take his guide dog into the mosque .", "Dogs are usually banned from entering mosques , but on September 24 , 2008 , the Muslim La...
[ "Many early mosques have a square or rectangular plan . They also have a prayer hall and an enclosed courtyard .", "These mosques have square or rectangular plans with an enclosed courtyard and covered prayer hall ." ]
[ "There may also be smaller domes , which are off-center over the prayer hall or the rest of the mosque .", "In addition to having a large central dome , a common feature is smaller domes that exist off-center over the prayer hall or throughout the rest of the mosque , where prayer is not performed ." ]
[ "In a properly sited mosque , it will be set perpendicular to a line leading to Mecca .", "The qiblah wall should , in a properly oriented mosque , be set perpendicular to a line leading to Mecca , the location of the Kaaba ." ]
[ "There are many events in Ramadan , Islam 's holiest month .", "Islam 's holiest month , Ramadan , is observed through many events ." ]
[ "One of the most famous hypostyle mosques is the Mezquita de CÃ rdoba in Spain . It is supported by over 850 columns .", "One of the most notable hypostyle mosques is the Mezquita de CÃ rdoba in Spain , the building being supported by over 850 columns ." ]
[ "There were similar attacks in the United Kingdom after the 7 July 2005 London bombings .", "Similar attacks occurred throughout the United Kingdom following the 7 July 2005 London bombings ." ]
[ "An estimated US$ 45 billion has been spent by the Saudi Arabian government for mosques and Islamic schools in foreign countries .", "An estimated US$ 45 billion has been spent by the Saudi Arabian government financing mosques and Islamic schools in foreign countries ." ]
[ "Domes normally have the shape of a hemisphere . The Mughals in India popularized onion-shaped domes in South Asia and Persia .", "Although domes normally took on the shape of a hemisphere , the Mughals in India popularized onion-shaped domes in South Asia and Persia ." ]
[ "There are two large holidays ( Eids ) in the Islamic calendar . During these days , there are special prayers at mosques in the morning .", "There are two holidays ( Eids ) in the Islamic calendar , Eid ul-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha during which there are special prayers held at mosques in the morning ." ]
[ "Followers of the Maliki school of Islamic jurisprudence disagree . They say that non-Muslims may not be allowed into mosques at all .", "A dissenting opinion is presented by followers of the Maliki school of Islamic jurisprudence , who argue that non-Muslims may not be allowed into mosques under any circumstance...
[ "Many mosques today will put the women behind a barrier or partition or in another room .", "Many mosques today will put the women behind a barrier or partition or in another room against most Islamic beliefs ." ]
[ "Islam requires that its believers wear clothes that show modesty .", "Islam requires that its adherents wear clothes that portray modesty ." ]
[ "In many countries like Singapore where Muslims are not the majority , mosques are stopped from loudly playing the call to prayer .", "In many countries like Singapore where Muslims are not the majority , mosques are prohibited from loudly broadcasting the call to prayer ( adhan ) , although it is supposed to be ...
[ "Ain al-Yaqeen , a Saudi newspaper , reported in 2002 that Saudi money may have helped to build as many as 1,500 mosques and 2,000 other Islamic centers .", "Ain al-Yaqeen , a Saudi newspaper , reported in 2002 that Saudi funds may have contributed to building as many as 1,500 mosques and 2,000 other Islamic cent...
[ "Babri Mosque was the center of such a conflict up until the early 1990s when it was demolished .", "Babri Mosque was the subject of such a conflict up until the early 1990s when it was demolished ." ]
[ "The word mosque comes from the Arabic word masjid .", "The Arabic word masjid literally means a place of prostration . The word `` mosque '' in English refers to all types of buildings dedicated for Islamic worship , although there is a distinction in Arabic between the smaller masjid dedicated for the daily fiv...
[ "In the 1980s , the Saudi Arabian government began to pay for the building of mosques in countries around the world .", "Beginning in the 1980s , the Saudi Arabian government began to finance the construction of mosques in countries around the world ." ]
[ "In the qiblah wall , usually at its center , is the mihrab , a niche or depression showing the direction of Mecca .", "In the qiblah wall , usually at its center , is the mihrab , a niche or depression indicating the direction of Mecca ." ]
[ "Larger mosques will normally hold them for their own communities as well as the people from smaller local mosques .", "These Eid prayers are supposed to be offered in large groups , and so larger mosques will normally host them for their congregants as well as the congregants of smaller local mosques . Some mosq...
[ "Following the fall of the Soviet Union , in 1992 , mosques in Afghanistan received money from Saudi citizens .", "Following the fall of the Soviet Union , in 1992 , mosques in war-torn Afghanistan saw many contributions from Saudi citizens ." ]
[ "Daily prayers can be done anywhere . However , Muslims are expected to do their Friday prayer at the mosque .", "Leadership at prayer falls into three categories , depending on the type of prayer : five daily prayers , Friday prayer , or optional prayers ." ]
[ "Outside the Western world , in June 2001 , the Hassan Bek Mosque was the target of attacks .", "Outside the Western world , in June 2001 , the Hassan Bek Mosque was the target of vandalism and attacks by hundreds of Israelis ." ]
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[ "Johnny Reid `` John '' Edwards ( born 1953 ) is an American politician who served one term as U.S. Senator from North Carolina .", "Johnny Reid `` John '' Edwards ( born June 10 , 1953 ) is an American politician , who served as a U.S. Senator from North Carolina ." ]
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