Importance of Mosques in Islam

Spiritual Significance

1. Place of Worship: Mosques are central to Islamic worship. They are where Muslims perform the five daily prayers (Salah) collectively.
2. Community Center: Beyond prayers, mosques serve as community centers for Muslims, hosting educational classes, community events, and social services.
3. Religious Education: Many mosques offer Quranic studies, Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh) classes, and lectures on various aspects of Islamic knowledge.
4. Spiritual Growth: Mosques provide an environment conducive to spiritual growth, including spaces for quiet reflection, supplication (Dua), and remembrance of God (Dhikr).

Social and Cultural Roles

1. Unity and Brotherhood: Mosques foster a sense of unity and brotherhood among Muslims, transcending ethnic, racial, and social differences.
2. Charitable Activities: Many mosques organize charity events and provide aid to the needy, reflecting the Islamic principle of Zakat (almsgiving).
3. Interfaith Dialogue: Some mosques engage in interfaith activities, promoting understanding and cooperation between different religious communities.
4. Cultural Preservation: For Muslim communities, especially in non-Muslim majority countries, mosques help preserve cultural and religious identity.

Shia Mosques in New York

Imam Al-Khoei Islamic Center (Jamaica, NY)

• Location: 89-89 Van Wyck Expy, Queens, NY 11435, United States
• Phone :+1 718-297-6520
• Email: admin@al-khoei.org;
• This center offers religious programs in Arabic, Urdu, Persian, and English, and includes a library, prayer hall, and funeral facilities

Masjid Awliya of Allah

• 327 W 36th St., New York, NY 10018, United States
• Phone: +1 347-759-3245
• A center that caters to the religious needs of Shia Muslims, offering daily prayers and special events during Islamic months.

Masjid-e-Ali

• Location: 64-12 175th St, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
• Phone: +1 732-564-1331
• Email:  info@masjid-e-ali.org
• Significance: A vibrant center for Shia religious activities and education.

Imam Mahdi Association of Marjaeya (IMAM)

• Location: 102-04 33rd Ave, Corona, NY 11368
• Phone : +1 313-562-4626
• Significance: Focuses on religious guidance and community development.

Masjid Zawiyat Sof’Watul Islam

• Location: 135-11 125th St, South Ozone Park, NY 11420, United States
• Phone : +1 718-529-4092
• Gmail: maqws@outlook.com
• Significance: Provides religious and social services to the Shia community.

Fatima Zahra Islamic Center

• Location: 138 Ryans Rd, Green Fields SA 5107
• Gmail:info@fatimazahramosque.com
• Significance: Named after the revered daughter of Prophet Muhammad, it offers religious and educational services.

Masjid Al-Saaliheen

• Location: 7255 Kissena Blvd, Flushing, NY 11367, United States
• Phone: +1 718-544-8218
• Gmail: themasjidsaaliheennyc@gmail.com
• Significance: A key location for Shia prayers and community events.

Majlis Ash-Shura: Islamic Leadership Council of New York

• Location: 88-29 161st St, Jamaica, NY 11432, United States
• Phone:+1 929-777-5592
• Significance: Provides a range of religious services and educational programs.

Masjid Manhattan

• Location:  30 Cliff St, New York, NY 10038, United States
• Phone: +1 212-766-1865
• Email: info@masjidmanhattan.com
• Significance: Emphasizes community service and religious education.

Masjid Al-Aman

• Location: 103-05 101st Ave, Ozone Park, NY 11416
• Email: info@masjidalaman.com 
• Phone: +1 718-277-3976
• Significance: Offers various religious and community activities, catering to the Shia Muslim population.

These mosques not only serve as places of worship but also play vital roles in the cultural and social lives of Shia Muslims in New York. They provide a sense of community, continuity, and support for their congregants.