1. Islamic Architecture By: Stacy & Stephen

2. Overview Schools Palaces Hospitals Mosque (Masjihad)- “House of God” – Four parts: 1.Mihrab- niche; marks direction of prayer (Qibla) 2.Minbar- elevated pulpit; sermons and readings 3.Qibah- dome; prominent feature 4.Minarat- minaret; for muazzin, person called to prayer Buildings contained many arches and domes Very geometric Floral designs and calligraphy on walls

3. Role in Islamic Empire Symbol of Islam One of 5 pillars of Islam- Muslims are called to pray 5 times a day facing Mecca Primary institution for worshipping Allah- readings of Qur’an Combines religious and social activities – Completes the community Muhammad recommended travel if only to 3 mosques (Masjid Al- Haram, Masjid al AQSA, and his own mosque in Medina) Pilgrimage to Mecca (hajj)

4. Areas of Influence Architecture – Abbasid influence from Sasanian Empire and Central Asia – Umayyads often placed mosques on the sites of historical or religious importance Development of Islam

5. Impact on Modern Society Symbol of Islam – Later, a mosque was the first building established when new lands were settled Place of Worship Palaces

6. Bibliography www.islamicarchitecture.org www.muslimgheritage.com http://archnet.org/library/dictionary/entry.js p?entry_id=DIA0001&mode=fulluslimheritag e.com http://archnet.org/library/dictionary/entry.js p?entry_id=DIA0001&mode=fulluslimheritag e.com http://www.suite101.com/article.cfm/arabic _islamic_architecture/44354/2 http://www.suite101.com/article.cfm/arabic _islamic_architecture/44354/2 http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/umay /hd_umay.htm http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/umay /hd_umay.htm