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Are you in Lebanon looking for mosques? Look no further! Here are some of the most popular mosques with prayer times in Beirut, the capital and largest city of Lebanon. Beirut is known for its religious diversity, with a significant Muslim population, an estimated 63.1%. It is a cultural hub in the Middle East and has been a regional economic hub. The city is home to an important seaport for the country and region. Islam arrived in the region that is now Lebanon in the 7th century CE, but the city settled over 5,000 years ago. Within the ancient and complex historical fabric of the city, these mosques stand as sanctuaries and reminders for all Muslims.
Located in downtown Beirut, Mohammad Al Amin Mosque is the biggest mosque in Lebanon. The site's historical significance goes back to the 19th century when a zawiya (prayer corner) was built in the mosque. In the 20th century, several attempts were made to re-establish a zawiya. However, civil war and political unrest hindered the functioning until November 2002. The Prime Minister of Lebanon at that time, Rafik Hariri, donated and laid the foundation for the construction of the mosque that was inaugurated in 2008. After his assassination in 2005, the mosque's site was used for his funeral service.
The design of the mosque is evocative of the Ottoman's monumental architecture. It has a high dome coupled with a few minor ones that surround the mosque. It has 4 signature towering minarets on each corner. The mosque covers an area of 11,000 square meters. The minarets of the mosque are 65 meters high, and the iconic blue domes are 48 meters high. The domes and minarets are a significant part of the Beirut's skyline. The facade is mainly made of yellow Riyadh stone, giving it a yellow-gold impression. The inside of the mosque is decorated with classical calligraphies and carpeted floors. Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque is built on the ruins of old Zaouia.
The mosque has a huge prayer room with a massive chandelier in the middle and is a crucial part of Beirut, even though it is not the oldest in Beirut. The mosque attracts a large number of worshippers for weekly Friday congregational prayers as well as for Eid prayers. Regular worshippers cherish the peaceful and spiritual atmosphere of the mosque. During prayer times in Beirut, visitors are not allowed, but the general public can visit at other times, and the mosque is open to visitors. Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque shares great similarities with Sultan Ahmed Mosque because of its blue domes and multiple high-story arches.
Al Khodr Mosque is claimed to be the historical site where Musa (AS) and Khizr (AS) are said to have met. Many claim that it was built during the 13th-century Crusades as a Christian holy site and was later turned into a mosque. The current Imam refuses the claim that the mosque had previously been a church. Its history remains disputed as archeological studies are yet to be done. Located north of the Mar Mikhael neighborhood, the mosque is now a little obstructed from sight by a fuel station. However, if you're in the area looking for a calm and quiet place to pray, Al Khodr Mosque is the perfect place to be.
Al-Omari Grand Mosque was built in the 635 ACE century and is named after one of the Khulfa Rashidun, Omar Bin Al-Khattab (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهُ). It was converted into a church in the 12th century after crusade invasions and was converted back into a mosque by Mamluks in 1291 after recapturing Beirut. Not only is it the oldest, but it is also one of the largest mosques in Beirut. During different times, the mosque had different names. Constructed on a demolished pagan temple, Al-Omari Grand Mosque was known as Yahya Mosque under the rule of Ottomans. However, the name had changed to Islamic Conquest Mosque while the Mamluk rule was going on.
The mosque holds great importance as it safeguards the strands of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) that were gifted by the Ottoman Sultans. The hair of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is considered to be a sacred relic. People could come and see the hair on the 26th of Ramadan every year. However, when the civil war began in 1975, the strands were lost, and the conditions had worsened to the extent that even daily prayers during the prayer times in Beirut weren't performed. The structure of the mosque has undergone several changes since its construction. Its Mamluk-style entrance and minarets were added in 1350, reflecting traces of the former church's Byzantine architecture.
In the first half of the 20th century, a riwaq (columned arcade) was added to the mosque. After suffering damage from the civil war from 1975 to 1990, the mosque went through reconstruction, highlighting its original charm. A second minaret was built on the northwest corner, while an ancient cistern with Roman columns and stone vaults has been preserved beneath the structure. The interior of the mosque has extensive woodwork that was done during the restoration period. The second minaret was built later on in 2004, and the Roman columns and stone vaults of the mosque have been preserved as they were. It is a favorite among the locals and a must-visit mosque while you're in Beirut.
Al Salam Mosque is attended frequently by the locals for Friday congregational prayers. (Friday prayer is available; however, specific times are unavailable; visit the mosque for more information.) It is a clean and well-maintained mosque, attracting Muslims from all over the city due to its calm atmosphere. The interior is adorned in soft white and gold designs, lighting up the space inside the mosque. The mosque has multiple floors to accommodate worshippers. There are small lectures and talks given between the prayers that many find knowledgeable and commendable. The mosque has become a sanctuary for the residents in the area.
Ibad Al Rahman Mosque is home to an NGO, a welfare association established in 1949 for the people of Lebanon. It is recognized by the Lebanese State by virtue of decree No 3517. While the site is essentially a mosque, its facilities include:
The organization is operational, with several sectors functioning towards the betterment of society. They take donations as well to help out families and children in need. The organization also has an educational sector that distributes scholarships and provides basic education to the children in Beirut. The mosque is a strong pillar of support for the community in Beirut.
Al-Majidiyyeh Mosque was known to be a fort in the 18th century used by the Ottoman defense. When the need for a fort no longer remained, in 1841, it was renovated and structured into a mosque. The name of the mosque is reflective of the name of the Ottoman Sultan Abdul Mejid. The mosque features both short and long pencil-shaped minarets that reflect the Ottoman architectural design. The mosque on the inside has vaulted ceilings and arches that are conserved from the fort.
The Al-Majidiyyeh Mosque was converted into a warehouse for merchants in the wood industry. However, the mosque was restored, and a new extension for it was built in 1841. The mosque went through a major restoration once again after being severely damaged during the Civil War era. In 2004, the restoration was completed, a new minaret was added, and the entrance from the Khan Antoun Bey Square was made accessible.
Known for its fountain in the courtyard, Emir Munzer Mosque was commonly known as Masjid Al Nafoura. However, the mosque was surrounded by cafes that gave it its uncommon name, Al-Qahwa Mosque. If you visit the Emir Munzer Mosque before or after prayer times in Beirut, you will still be able to find cafes nearby that serve exquisite Mediterranean food. The closest market near the mosque is Bazarkan Market, where you can find local delicacies.
The mosque is built on the ruins of a Roman building. This is true as there are still columns of the Roman buildings that can be located nearby. The mosque was built by Emir Munzer Al-Tannkouhi in 1620. The slogan that Emir Munzer used during his rule is still present in the Minbar of this mosque. The mosque is located on the west side of the Al-Omari Grand Mosque and can be entered through two ways. One of the gates is connected with Bazarkan Market, and the second entrance is through the three arches from Prince Fakhr Al-Din Street.
Also known as Dar al Wilayah and Saraya Mosque, Emir Mansour Assaf Mosque is built on the eastern side of the Al Omari Grand Mosque at the entrance of the Sursock Market. The mosque was built on land that was once a monastery. In 1936, Mansour Assaf Mosque was declared as an archeological building by presidential decree. During Ramadan, lectures on religious education and iftar are held every day for those fasting and to facilitate the poor. During the prayer times in Beirut, the mosque can host around 800 worshippers at one given time.
| Fajr | Duhur | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:59 | 11:36 | 14:15 | 16:33 | 18:02 |