05/28/2020
Our prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:” The earth has been made a place of prostration and a means of purification for me, so whenever a man of my Ummah is when the time for prayer comes, let him pray.” Hence the need for prayer space has always been key for a practicing Muslim who never wanted to miss the prescribed time for Salat. There are seven reasons why you should support an online platform that facilitate the process of connecting the prayer space providers and worshippers.
1.The new normal challenge
The New Normal, estimated to last for year or two years, will force the practice of praying in congregation to be suspended, and at the same time it may compel our Mosques to arrange shifts for small groups to pray or attend others religious services. We are in great need for an online platform that, in timely fashion, supplies us: accurate and reliable information, answers to our questions, and easy access to our leadership.
2.The assistance of gathering
It is accepted that two or three people can make a congregation for prayer, and claiming the reward of doing so without risking quarantined at home, if one of the mosque attendees got sick of covid19. We need an online platform that helps the members organize the small congregations.
3.A Unified Platform
Most of us are scattered on many online platforms. It is better to have one platform to communicate better and stay connected when it is needed. We notice the absence of a platform that champions our causes, pertaining to Salat, with one voice.
4.The incentive to participate
Encourage our communities to provide spaces for prayer. By furnishing the platform with a listing of location addresses, time availability, and term of arrangement.
5.The excellence as process
Improving the prayer spaces provided through a rating system; first, to get accurate information, you decide if that the right place for you; second, through donation system to help improve the quality of the space or the cost of maintain it.
6.The accessible alternative
The Mosque will be less accessible because of the lack of mobility; public transportation will be reduced in capacity, or the virus hot spots that emerge from time to time. We need a platform that keeps us informed and keeps us in touch with the members of our communities.
7.The organic growth
Virtual community will be in the palm of our hand, but nonetheless it will lead to real relationships and real learning where students meet teachers, and seekers meet mentors online and offline, when it is possible.
The religious leaders in our communities should come together to discuss best scenarios that provide practical solutions for Muslims in this new reality. They should advocate the proper way to keep the community engaging in religious services according to the laws and common sense.