INTEGRATION OF THE BASIC DYNAMICS OF MOSQUE MANAGEMENT: EXPERIENCES OF SOME OUTSTANDING MOSQUES

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SOLAHUDDIN ABDUL HAMID, MOHD. NIZHO ABDUL RAHMAN, MOHD SOBHI ISHAK, SOLAHUDDIN ISMAIL

Abstract

As an Islamic institution, the mosque plays a general role consistent with the wide concept of worship in Islam. The mosque’s function should not be limited to only a place of worship, such as for performing prayers, but should also be regarded as a place for general worship, such as a centre for community development, educational activities, administration, uniting the ummah, and activities related to national interest, economy and social etc. Empowering the mosque as an Islamic institution requires a transformation in management that leads to an efficient and effective management that is in line with the Syariat and contemporary needs. This study focused on forming the mosque management’s organisational structure by identifying the expert background of selected members as well as their experience in mosque management. Respondents comprised management representatives from the most outstanding mosques in each state in West Malaysia. Findings show that all the selected mosques had Committee Members (AJK) from various fields of expertise. Combining these members who possess various expertise has led to a dynamic mosque management that has always maintained its relevance to society. It is hoped that the findings of this study can be a guide to other mosque committees in the country as well as related agencies when transforming a mosque into an Islamic institution that acts as place of worship and a platform for social integration

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SOLAHUDDIN ABDUL HAMID, MOHD. NIZHO ABDUL RAHMAN, MOHD SOBHI ISHAK, SOLAHUDDIN ISMAIL

Solahuddin Abdul Hamid1, Mohd. Nizho Abdul Rahman2, Mohd Sobhi Ishak3

and Solahuddin Ismail4

1 Associate Professor, School of Languages, Civilization and Philosophy, Universiti Utara Malaysia.

 (Corresponding author)

2 Senior Lecturer, School of Languages, Civilization and Philosophy, Universiti Utara Malaysia, Malaysia

3Associate Professor, Institute of Ethnic Studies (KITA), National University of Malaysia, Malaysia

  1. Senior Lecturer, School of Government, Universiti Utara Malaysia, Malaysia

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