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Masjid Sultan in Arab Street
Masjid Sultan in Arab Street
If you’re living in a multi-cultural city such as Singapore, one way to get into the core of their lifestyles, and maybe even their ways, is to be immersed in their faith. Of course the easiest and well-accepted way to do is to pay homage to their places of worship.
When we speak of
Islam faith, the Masjid Sultan is
one of the most important places of worship in this country. It’s worth the
visit. This is the largest mosque in Singapore, and for a place as solemn as
this, you’ll be surprised to find it at the heart of Kampong Glam district,
where cool restaurants and people hang out together. The cresent-topped mosque
looks striking, even from a far. When you come a little closer, the gold and
flesh colors, together with the hums of people inside the prayer room makes it
even more impressive. Despite the full crowd and festive district, the deserved
veneration of the Sultan Mosque is a sure stand out.
Don’t forget to go barefoot when you
enter inside the Mosque as this is their practice. You’ll see intricate designs
and lots of Muslims in prayer. Did you know that Muslims pray at least five
times a day? And that they have to pray or direct their bodies in a certain
direction? And that they also have such things as fasting, pilgrimage, charity,
symbolisms, and animal sacrifice? So many ways, so many things to learn. It’s a learning experience that is both informative and inspiring.
Just like how traveling is supposed to
change you in ways more than one, visiting the Masjid Sultan is
not just for the sheer passion admiration of the religious culture and
structure. It also helps you appreciate, and value the different perspectives
and religious views out there. It makes you understand the value of homage and
being a part of a multi-cultural world.
Address: 3 Muscat St, Singapore 198833
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