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2. (a) Describe the significant features in the prayer area of a mosque
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2. (a) Describe the significant features in the prayer area of a mosque When a Muslim prays, there are many significant features which are located in the pray area. For example, the dome which is located normally above the prayer area symbolises the universe which Allah created and over which he rules. Some mosques may have 4 minarets and a dome, but the significance of the dome allows the circulation of air and it also amplifies the human's voice or chant, normally being the sermon. Also the circulation of air may help in hot countries as the worshippers need to concentrate whilst saying their prayers and the heat may affect them. But the amplification of the human voice due to the dome helps them to hear the sermon when he speaks and this plays a major part in why a dome is directly above the prayer area. The interior of...
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