Muslims can pray anywhere, but it is especially good to pray with others in a mosque. Praying together in a congregation helps Muslims to realise that all humanity is one, and all are equal in the sight of Allah.

Does it matter where you pray in Islam?

Men and women must both cover themselves with material that covers the skin throughout the prayer. While women must cover everything but their faces and hands, men must keep the area between their navel and knees covered.

Where do Muslims pray in public?

Muslim place of worship

Public worship takes place in the mosque . The muezzin (mu'adhdhin) calls the people to prayer, sometimes from a minaret . Salah is led by the Imam , a man chosen for his knowledge of the Qur'an .