Multiple functions of mosques and mosques during the Rashidun Caliphs period

During the time of the Rightly Guided Caliphs, regarding mosques and masjids in general, Hz. The Sunnah of the Prophet was followed, but some changes were made when necessary, so as not to contradict the spirit of the Quran and the Sunnah. These changes were both architectural and functional. During this period, the Masjid al-Nabawi, which was not only the center of education and administration for Muslims to perform their religious duties, was insufficient for the community, but it was expanded and for the first time, pebbles were laid on its floor and mats or felt were laid. The surrounding wall of the Masjid al-Haram, where the Kaaba is located, was built for the first time during the time of the Rashidun Caliphs. In addition to the restoration and expansion of existing mosques during the Period of the Rashid Caliphs, new mosques were also built in many cities. Masjid al-Aqsa, which is considered the third place of pilgrimage for Muslims after Mecca and Medina, was built during the time of the Rightly Guided Caliphs. During this period, newly founded cities such as Kufa, Basra, Mosul and Fustat were mosque-centered and mosque-oriented in every aspect. During the period of the Rashid Caliphs, Iraq, Palestine, Syria, Egypt, Jazira, Azerbaijan, Iran, Khorasan etc. Thousands of mosques and masjids were built in the new conquered regions. During the period of the Rightly Guided Caliphs, pre-existing and newly built mosques performed important functions. During this period, mosques were religious, educational, political, administrative, financial, judicial, social, cultural, etc. It has functioned in many areas. Along with performing prayers with the congregation in mosques, lesson circles were also formed and educational activities were carried out. In addition, political, military, administrative, judicial and financial affairs were carried out in mosques and mosques served as government centers. Mosques, which were frequented by every Muslim from seven to seventy at that time, with the bazaars and markets established around them, also performed important social and cultural functions. Key Words Islamic History, Rashid Caliphs, Mosque, Masjid, Function