i have to write a one page essay on Islamic mosques.
so if anyone knows any kind of information on this topic that would be of much help..
i need info like:
1. facts on islamic mosques, historical description of how they grew
2. detailed description of them
3. purpose or use of them
4. unique features or design styles that sets them apart
5. where a good example of them exists today
:) and is it ok if later i post up a part of my essay.
Oh my! There's a wealth of information in these sites.
http://www.google.com/search?source=ig&hl=en&rlz=1G1GGLQ_ENUS308&q=islam+mosque+architecture&aq=0&oq=Islam+mosque
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&rlz=1G1GGLQ_ENUS308&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=islam+mosque+
Sure -- we'll be glad to comment on part of your essay.
thanks..and some time ago you also gave me a link for MLA format..can i get that again please.
Here are several:
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http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/557/01/
http://nutsandbolts.washcoll.edu/mla.html
thanks:D
can you pleeease tell me how to cite the second site on the first link that you posted.
This one?
http://www.sfusd.k12.ca.us/schwww/sch618/Architecture/Architecture.html
You need to have each source of information cited in TWO places:
1. the Works Cited page that is placed after the last page of your paper, and
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For example, this would go on the Works Cited page (with proper indentation for the second and following lines):
Du Bois, W.E.B. The Souls of Black Folk. Chicago, 1903. Project Bartleby. Ed. Steven van Leeuwen. Dec. 1995. Columbia U. 2 Dec. 2003
<www.cc.columbia.edu/acis/bartleby/dubois/>.
... and this would go immediately after the quotation or whatever:
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Of course! I can provide information to help you write your essay on Islamic mosques. Here are some key points to consider for each of the topics you mentioned:
1. Facts on Islamic Mosques:
- Islamic mosques have been a central part of Islamic culture and worship for centuries.
- The construction and development of Islamic mosques have evolved over time, influenced by various architectural styles and regional traditions.
- Islam spread rapidly during the 7th and 8th centuries, leading to the establishment of numerous mosques in different parts of the world.
2. Detailed Description of Islamic Mosques:
- Islamic mosques typically consist of a prayer hall, marked by a mihrab (a niche indicating the direction of Mecca), and a minbar (a raised platform from where sermons are delivered).
- Many mosques also feature a dome, which symbolizes the celestial sphere, and minarets, tall towers from where the call to prayer (adhan) is made.
- Islamic mosques often have ablution facilities for worshippers to perform ritual purification (wudu) before prayer.
3. Purpose or Use of Islamic Mosques:
- Islamic mosques serve as places of worship for Muslims, where they gather for prayers, especially the congregational Friday prayer (Jumu'ah).
- Mosques are also essential community centers where Muslims come together for religious activities, education, and social interaction.
- Islamic mosques play a crucial role in promoting unity, spirituality, and moral guidance within the Muslim community.
4. Unique Features or Design Styles:
- Islamic mosques showcase diverse architectural styles based on cultural influences and historical periods.
- Key design elements include geometric patterns, intricate calligraphy, and arabesque motifs, often found in the architecture, floorings, and interior decorations.
- Examples of unique Islamic mosque designs include the hypostyle architecture of the Great Mosque of Cordoba and the Ottoman-style architecture of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul.
5. Examples of Islamic Mosques Today:
- The Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, is the holiest Islamic mosque. It surrounds the Kaaba, the sacred center of Islam to which all Muslims pray.
- The Al-Masjid an-Nabawi in Medina, Saudi Arabia, is the second holiest Islamic mosque and is the burial place of Prophet Muhammad.
- The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is a contemporary example of a magnificent and grand mosque.
Feel free to post a part of your essay if you'd like feedback or further assistance!