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Legally you can reference: Holy Perfect Qur'an 20:12: Verily I am thy Lord! therefore (in My presence) put off thy shoes: thou art in the sacred valley Tuwa. Also in The Bible Exodus 3:5 "Do not come any closer," God said. "Take off your sandals, for the place where you are standing is holy ground." Most of the websites I've seen say that it's done because it's holy ground, and is a sign of reverence. However, my Muslim guide when I visited said it's done to protect the beautiful rugs inside from getting worn out and dirty. I suspect there's some truth to both reasons, though how much of it is each is still a question.
Also, to add on to the answer above, the sole of the shoes that we walk on have may have possibly been covered with some dirty substances such as dog excretion, therefore it is farz (compulsory) that the ground we pray on must be clean of such substances, otherwise, our prayers wil not count and we must repeat it. Also, it is sunnat (the way of the prophet muhammed (s.a.w)) to take of your shoes when entering the masjid (mosque).
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Muslims remove their shoes before entering mosque NOT as a religious ritual but only for hygienic reasons to keep the fine carpets/rugs clean and tidy.
If the prayer hall is not carpeted and one's shoes are clean then it's permissible to go in the mosque with shoes. It's also permissible to pray in shoes if shoes are clean (don't have impurity)
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∙ 13y agoA mosque is sacred. Muslims remove their shoes to respect the sacred grounds and keep them clean. Also, in Middle Eastern culture, the shoe is seen as something very unclean. To show the sole of your shoe to someone(throw it at them) is a great disrespect. Likewise, to walk onto sacred grounds(like those of a mosque) with your shoes is to disrespect those sacred grounds.
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∙ 11y agoTo prevent any impurities form being carried into the mosque as you may have tramped in something impure. The act of Salaah(prayer) is something between you and God and shoudl be done with the utmost respect, of which cleanliness is the foundation.
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∙ 13y agoUmmm because we pray in there who nos what we step in and it's cleaner and respectful
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∙ 11y agoTo keep the masjid (or mosque) floor clean from any dirt or dust to maintain the validity of their praying especially that the touch the floor with their heads during praying
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∙ 10y agobecause shoes are considered dirty.. you have stepped in multiple things with them. the mosque is a clean place and environment.
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∙ 15y agoTo keep mosque clean
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What is a shoe hall in a mosque used for?
It's for the muslims to take their shoes off as it is respect to be in a mosque without shoes.
What are the shoe racks for in a mosque?
The mosques is an extremely sacred place for the Muslims. It is meant for worship of Almighty Allah, learning or reciting of the Qur'an, or remembrance of Almighty God. The Muslims keep it neat and clean. The Muslims come to pray, but they have to do ablution (wash their hands, mouths, nose, feet etc) before offering prayers. That is the purpose of washing area. It is NOT a part of the mosque. Shoe racks are for placing shoes as they may be dirty. Racks should be placed out of the Mosque Room.
Why are shoes so significant for Muslims?
they are not ... if u mean why do Muslims take their shoes off before entering the mosque ( masjid ) then that's just because a mosque is the house of god and it should be respected and kept clean .. so u shouldn't walk with ur shoes on into the mosque to bcoz u step on all sorts of stuff in the street and u shouldn't drag them into the mosque and it's also a sign of respect to the place..and Allah knows best
At an Islamic mosque what do you have to do before entering?
take off your shoes and wash
Why must shoes be taken off in a mosque?
The reason is actually more practical than it is religious. Shoes are taken off to keep the floors and carpets clean, which Muslims pray on. When praying outside, for example, one can keep his/her shoes on.
What do Muslims have to do before they enter the prayer room?
Take off their shoes.
Do Jews have to take their shoes off to enter the synagogue?
They don't. The only requirement in Judaism to wash the feet before worship, is for the Kohanim in the Holy Temple (which is no longer standing). See Exodus ch.30. It is Muslims who wash their feet before entering a mosque.
Why do you have your shoes of in a mosque?
because when you enter a mosque it is clean. And when you pray you have to take your shoes off because the holy prophet muhammed was wearing his shoes when he was praying and then angel gabriel came to him during his prayer and told him that you have to take your shoes off and he did.He did this because you walk on unclean ground and when you pray in the mosque you must be clean.:]
How can non-Muslims show their respect for Muslims when visiting a mosque?
the same respect they show in their own church or synagogue. They sould be clean, wearing tidy clothes, taking off their shoes, and it is preferred for women to wear scarves.
Which religions have to take off their shoes when entering their place of worship?
Removing shoes before entering a house is usually a cultural rather than a religious tradition. It is common to many Eastern countries, as well as Scandinavia. However, some religions require removing shoes before entering a house of worship or a temple. Muslims remove their shoes before entering a mosque, Hindus remove shoes before entering a temple, and Sikhs remove shoes before entering a gurudwara.
Why do Muslims have to take off their shoes before prayer?
Yes it is a way of respect. When entering people's homes and the Masjid they take off their shoes. Muslims don't want to get the rugs and the floor they pray on dirty with dust or minerals/particles from the outside world. They are supposed to keep their prayer rugs or special prayer sanction clean from anything that isn't pure or anything that is dirty.
What is the place that Muslims worship?
The place of worship for a Muslim any where in the world; including Egypt; is the local Masjid or Mosque. Worship can be done any where: at home, at work, in own garden, in Garage, or out in the open and only congregational prayers and special prayers like Eid prayers and funeral prayers are done in the Masjid (or mosque). However, it is to be emphasized that worship in mosques; whenever possible; is preferred.
