8 Guidelines When Returning to Pray in Congregation at the Mosque During the New Normal

Kapanlagi.com - New normal or new way of life during the corona virus pandemic has been implemented in some areas. The government urges the public not to perceive new normal as a form of freedom. If previously shopping malls, places of worship, and others were temporarily closed due to the pandemic, now people must reconcile by adhering to the existing health protocols.

If some shopping malls have already reopened, many people have started performing congregational prayers in mosques. In accordance with this situation, the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) of DKI Jakarta has issued guidelines for congregational prayers amid the corona virus pandemic.

Here are the guidelines for the new normal and the reopening of places of worship. What are the guidelines? Check out the complete review below.

1. Have Performed Wudu at Their Respective Homes

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When going to perform worship at the mosque, it is important to note that one must have performed wudu at their respective homes. This is aimed at breaking the chain of COVID-19 transmission to quickly subside. In addition, if one feels unwell, it is advisable to worship at home only.

2. Bring Your Own Prayer Mat and Quran

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If usually when worshiping in the mosque using facilities inside the mosque such as prayer rugs and the Quran, when the new normal order in the midst of a pandemic it is time to change that habit. Now, start getting used to living discipline from ourselves to together help fight the corona virus by obeying the existing rules.

3. Setting a Minimum Distance of 1 Meter Between Congregants

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As we know, the corona virus easily spreads to people through coughing and droplets. Therefore, in order to reduce the spread of the corona virus, when performing worship in the mosque, it is necessary to set a minimum distance of 1 meter between congregants. With this, social distancing is still maintained during worship.

4. Using Masks While in the Mosque or Attending Taklim Gatherings

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Other health protocols that need to be done when performing congregational prayers in the mosque include always wearing a mask. Masks have become a tool to protect oneself from exposure to the coronavirus. Therefore, always use a mask when worshiping in the mosque or attending religious gatherings.

5. Getting Used to Washing Hands with Soap When Entering and Leaving the Mosque

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When entering or leaving the mosque area, get used to washing your hands. Handwashing can be done using soap and running water. Handwashing should be done as often as possible for a duration of 20 seconds. Make sure all parts of the hands are thoroughly washed, such as between the fingers, the back of the hand, and the wrist.

6. After Congregational Prayer, Do Not Proceed with Handshakes

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If usually after prayer is followed by shaking hands, during the new normal order in the midst of a pandemic, it is not necessary to do so. This is because the virus is likely to spread through handshakes. Therefore, prevention should be done as much as possible in that way.

7. Not Coming to the Mosque, Taklim Assembly or Other Crowds When Sick or Unwell

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In the midst of an ongoing pandemic, if you want to perform congregational prayers at the mosque, make sure your body is in good health. If you feel unwell, it is better to avoid worshiping at the mosque for now. Also, avoid crowds.

8. Checking Body Temperature

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Mosque administrators or taklim assemblies conduct body temperature checks for congregants and provide soap or hand sanitizers in the mosque area. This is an important health protocol to be implemented.

Those are some guidelines for performing congregational prayers at the mosque during the new normal. Hopefully, it will be beneficial.

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