Introduction
The Masjid (mosque) is the spiritual heart of the Muslim community. In the Quran, mosques are honored with the title of Buyut Allah (The Houses of Allah). Because these are sacred spaces dedicated to the remembrance, prayer, and worship of our Creator, they deserve the highest level of respect, clean habits, and peaceful behavior. When we enter a Masjid, we are guests in the house of the King of kings. Therefore, understanding and practicing the correct etiquettes of the Masjid is essential for every visitor. In this article, we outline the primary rules and manners to follow when visiting the Masjid.
Section 1: Entering and Leaving the Masjid
Rasa hormat kita terhadap Masjid dimulai bahkan sebelum kita melewati ambang pintu. Sunnah mengajarkan kita gerakan fisik tertentu dan doa untuk masuk dan keluar:
Memasuki Masjid
- Enter with the Right Foot: Step into the Masjid leading with your right foot.
- Bacalah Doa Masuk: Ucapkan:
"Bismillah, was-salatu was-salamu 'ala Rasulillah. Allahummah-tah li abwaba rahmatik." (Dengan menyebut nama Allah SWT, shalawat dan salam atas Rasulullah. Ya Allah, bukakan untukku pintu rahmat-Mu.)
Meninggalkan Masjid
- Melangkah dengan Kaki Kiri: Melangkah memimpin dengan kaki kiri.
- Recite the Leaving Supplication: Say:
"Bismillah, was-salatu was-salamu 'ala Rasulillah. Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik." (In the name of Allah, and peace and blessings be upon the Messenger of Allah. O Allah, I ask You from Your bounty.)
Section 2: Tahiyyat al-Masjid (Greeting the Mosque)
When you enter the Masjid, it is highly recommended (and considered a necessary etiquette) not to sit down until you have performed a quick prayer of welcome.
This prayer is called Tahiyyat al-Masjid (Greeting the Mosque). It consists of two Rak'ahs of voluntary (Nafl) prayer. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said:
"When one of you enters the mosque, let him not sit down until he has prayed two Rak'ahs." — Riwayat Abu Qatadah, Terhimpun dalam Sahih al-Bukhari & Sahih Muslim
If you enter and the obligatory Fard prayer has already started, or the Iqamah is being called, you should join the congregation immediately, and this replaces the Greeting of the Mosque.
Bagian 3: Menjaga Keheningan dan Kedamaian
Masjid adalah tempat refleksi yang tenang, pembacaan Alquran, dan doa yang terfokus. Para jamaah datang untuk menghindari kebisingan dunia. Oleh karena itu, menimbulkan kebisingan atau gangguan sangat tidak disukai.
- Membungkam Perangkat Anda: Matikan ponsel Anda atau atur ke mode senyap sebelum memasuki aula. Dering telepon saat salat mengganggu fokus puluhan jamaah.
- Do Not Raise Your Voice: Avoid loud talking, joking, or arguing. Even raising your voice in reciting the Quran is discouraged if it distracts other people who are praying or reading nearby.
- Hindari Urusan Bisnis: Masjid dibangun untuk akhirat, bukan untuk keuntungan duniawi. Nabi (saw) melarang membeli, menjual, atau mencari barang yang hilang di dalam Masjid.
Bagian 4: Kebersihan Fisik dan Tata Cara Berpakaian
Because we stand before Allah and sit close to other worshippers, maintaining high standards of personal hygiene is a duty.
Mengenakan Pakaian Bersih
Wear clean, modest, and loose clothing that covers the Awrah properly. Worshippers should avoid wearing socks with bad odors, or clothing with offensive prints or slogans.
The Warning on Odors
The Prophet (peace be upon him) was very sensitive about clean breath, warning those who ate raw garlic or onions to stay away from the congregation until the smell had faded.
In an authentic Hadith, the Prophet (peace be upon him) said:
"Whoever eats garlic or onions, let him keep away from us—or keep away from our mosque—and let him stay in his house." — Narrated by Jabir bin Abdullah, Collected in Sahih al-Bukhari & Sahih Muslim
This principle applies to cigarette smoke, body odor, and any strong, unpleasant smell that might disturb fellow worshippers or the angels.
Bagian 5: Pelajaran Praktis untuk Pengunjung Masjid Biasa
Agar kunjungan Anda ke Masjid menyenangkan dan bermanfaat:
- Berjalan dengan Damai: Berjalan menuju Masjid dengan tenang dan bermartabat. Jangan lari meskipun mendengar iqamah dimulai. Nabi bersabda: "Apa saja yang kamu tangkap dari salat, maka salatlah, dan apa pun yang terlewat, sempurnakanlah." (Sahih al-Bukhari).
- Jauhkan Barisan Lurus: Saat jamaah berdiri, bantulah Imam dengan berdiri dekat dengan orang di sebelah Anda, jangan ada celah bagi setan.
- Keep the Masjid Clean: Dispose of tissues, plastic cups, and books in their proper places. Treat the mosque's property with more care than your own home.
- Greet Worshippers: Say "Assalamu Alaikum" to those you know and those you do not know. It builds love in the community.
- Sit in the first empty space: Do not walk over people or squeeze into tight rows if there is plenty of space in the back.
Common Questions (FAQ)
1. Bolehkah orang dalam keadaan najis berat masuk Masjid?
No, a person who is in a state of major ritual impurity (such as a woman during her monthly cycle, or someone who requires Ghusl) is not permitted to sit or remain inside the main prayer hall of the Masjid. They can, however, pass through the building quickly if necessary, or sit in separate non-prayer areas like offices or classrooms.
2. What should I do if my phone rings during the prayer?
If your phone starts ringing while you are standing in prayer, you should immediately reach into your pocket and silence it using one hand. This minor movement is fully permissible and necessary to prevent further distraction to the congregation.
3. Is it permissible to sleep inside the Masjid?
Tidur di Masjid dibolehkan bagi musafir, orang yang melakukan itikaf, dan orang yang tidak mempunyai rumah. Namun, warga biasa sebaiknya menghindari tidur di musala selama waktu salat untuk menghindari pemblokiran ruang.
4. Bolehkah non-Muslim mengunjungi Masjid?
Ya, non-Muslim diperbolehkan mengunjungi Masjid untuk wisata edukasi, acara lintas agama, atau belajar tentang Islam, asalkan mereka berpakaian sopan, melepas sepatu, dan menghormati kesucian ruangan.
5. Mengapa kita melepas sepatu sebelum memasuki ruang sholat?
Melepas sepatu adalah cara praktis untuk menjaga kesucian (Taharah) karpet tempat kita bersujud. Hal ini juga meniru perintah Allah kepada Musa ketika mendekati lembah suci Tuwa: "Lepaskan sandalmu, sesungguhnya kamu berada di lembah suci..." (QS Ta-Ha, 20:12).
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