Kapanlagi.com - In Islam, the mosque is considered a sacred place where Muslims gather to worship and seek protection and blessings from Allah SWT. When entering the mosque, every Muslim is taught to recite a special prayer known as the prayer for entering the mosque. This prayer has a deep meaning and provides a feeling of calmness and respect in attending the place of worship.
By reciting this prayer, Muslims are reminded of the importance of maintaining the sanctity of the place of worship and concentration in worship. In addition, the prayer for entering the mosque also serves as a means to strengthen the individual's relationship with Allah, so that the worship performed becomes more meaningful and brings blessings.
Here is a review related to the prayer for entering the mosque that is often recited by Muslims:
1. Prayer for Entering the Mosque and Its Meaning
Prayer for Entering the Mosque and Its Meaning (credit: unsplash)
This prayer reminds Muslims of the importance of attending the mosque with sincere and sincere intentions to worship Allah SWT. In Islam, the mosque is also depicted as a place of closeness to Him, so reciting this prayer is an effort to draw closer to Him.
"A'udhu billahi min ash-shaytanirrajim. Bismillahi wassalatu wassalamu 'ala Rasulillah. Allahummaftah li abwaba rahmatik."
Meaning:
"I seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan. In the name of Allah, may blessings and peace be upon the Messenger of Allah. O Allah, open the doors of Your mercy for me."
By reciting this prayer, a Muslim asks Allah SWT to grant blessings and blessings when entering the mosque.
2. The Virtue of Reading the Prayer for Entering the Mosque
The Virtue of Reading the Prayer for Entering the Mosque (credit: unsplash)
As one of the highly recommended practices of Prophet Muhammad SAW, the prayer for entering the mosque has extraordinary virtues. Here are some of the virtues of the prayer for entering the mosque:
1. Protection from Devil's Disturbance
By reciting this prayer, one seeks protection from the cursed devil's temptations and disturbances while inside the mosque.
2. Seeking Forgiveness for Sins
Reciting the prayer for entering the mosque is also a means to seek forgiveness from Allah. By realizing His greatness and mercy, one is reminded of the importance of repentance and seeking forgiveness for sins before performing worship inside the mosque.
- Seeking Allah's Mercy
The prayer for entering the mosque also includes a request to receive the abundant mercy of Allah. By reciting this prayer, one asks Allah to open the doors of His mercy for those who enter the mosque, so that every step taken inside the mosque is expected to bring blessings and goodness.
4. Maintaining the Purity of Heart and Mind
The prayer for entering the mosque teaches to cleanse the heart and mind from distractions and disturbances of the outside world. By reciting this prayer, one is reminded to enter the mosque with awareness and full concentration in worshiping Allah.
5. Attaining Additional Rewards
Every good deed done with sincere and sincere intentions will receive additional rewards from Allah. Reading the prayer upon entering the mosque is one of the good deeds recommended in Islam, so that a person will receive additional rewards for that goodness.
3. The Sunnah of Entering the Mosque
The Sunnah of Entering the Mosque (credit: unsplash)
In addition to the prayer upon entering the mosque, there are several things to consider when entering the mosque:
1. Before entering the mosque, make sure you are clean and fragrant. Always maintain cleanliness and honor the place of worship.
2. Wear decent and appropriate clothing when visiting the mosque. Neat clothing and preserving modesty are signs of respect for Allah SWT and the place of worship.
3. Read the prayer before entering the mosque.
4. Enter the mosque with the right foot first.
5. When inside the mosque, speak softly and maintain tranquility. Avoid unnecessary conversations and also avoid disturbing other worshipers.
6.If entering the mosque while prayer is ongoing, it is recommended to prioritize the closest row to the imam.
7.After finishing worship in the mosque, it is recommended to recite the prayer for leaving the mosque which reads as follows:
"In the name of Allah, may blessings and peace be upon the Messenger of Allah.O Allah, I ask of You from Your bounty.O Allah, I seek forgiveness from You.O Allah, You are the source of peace and peace comes from You.Blessed are You, O Owner of Majesty and Honor."
Meaning:
"With the name of Allah, may blessings and peace be upon the Messenger of Allah. O Allah, I ask of You from Your abundant grace.O Allah, I seek forgiveness from You.O Allah, You are the source of tranquility, from You comes tranquility.You are the Most Holy, O Lord, the owner of grandeur and glory."
Those are among the explanations related to the prayer for entering the mosque and the prayer for leaving the mosque, as well as some recommended customs and etiquettes when entering the mosque.May it be beneficial, increase knowledge, and enhance faith as a Muslim.Ameen.
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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.