A Muslim community in Malaysia is planning to build a new mosque. The architect asks which feature must be included to ensure worshippers face the correct direction during salah. Which feature is essential for this purpose?

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Question

A Muslim community in Malaysia is planning to build a new mosque. The architect asks which feature must be included to ensure worshippers face the correct direction during salah. Which feature is essential for this purpose?

Accepted Answer

A qiblah wall facing Makkah — Award 1 mark for identifying that the qiblah wall is essential for indicating the direction of prayer towards the Ka'bah. A is incorrect — a dome is traditional but not essential for direction. C is incorrect — separate entrances relate to gender separation, not prayer direction. D is incorrect — washing facilities are for wudu, not direction of prayer.

Answer

A dome over the prayer hall

Answer

Separate entrance doors for men and women

Answer

A qiblah wall facing Makkah

Answer

A courtyard with washing facilities

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