Do Muslims pray alone or together?

Answer 1

Muslims need not say their prayer in groups all the time. They can also say their prayer individually at home or at any other public place, say the office, prayer room, or wherever he/she may please, as long as the place is clean and away from filth and noise interference. However, Muslims are strongly encouraged to pray in congregation or groups whenever they have the chance or opportunity, as group prayer brings in multiple reward and blessing from Allah SWT. During congregational prayer the imam will lead the prayer whilst the others immediately follow him from behind in unison. This is the beauty and grandeur of any congregational prayer, as everyone is treated equal, irrespective of whether you are kings or paupers.

Answer 2

Islam gives a message of universal human brotherhood. It should start from their own ranks. Therefore, they are advised to pray to Almighty Allah in groups. It teaches them to be loving, kind and considerate.

Answer 3

Men must perform their prayers in the mosque, in congregation, especially if they have heard the call to prayer or have been told that it is time for prayer, unless they have a valid excuse not to do so.

Women can also pray in congregation in the mosque if they wish, but this is not obligatory for them.

"A woman's prayer in her house is better than her prayer in her courtyard, and her prayer in her bedroom is better than her prayer in her house." (Reported by Abu Dawud in al-Sunan, Baab maa jaa'a fee khurooj al-nisaa' ilaa'l-masjid. See also Saheeh al-Jaami', no. 3833).