MASJID AL FAROOQ
About Us
Our Purpose
Masjid al Farooq aims to serve as a safe space for prayer, reflection, social engagement, Islamic education and guidance while upholding the morals and values outlined in the Holy Quraan. Through interfaith dialogue Masjid al Farooq promotes communication with other nations based on moderation and tolerance. We are inclusive of all cultures and transcend political boundaries. We are the heart of our community.
Our Story
Originally founded in the early 1990s by new Muslims to the area, the local Muslims purchased a former Anglican church and adapted this building to suit the requirements of Muslim worship. The mosque that stands on this same site today was reconstructed after an arson attack on the original mosque building on September 21, 2001, just ten days after the terrorist attacks on New York City.
2001
The former church (pictured below) which was converted to a Mosque. This picture was taken shortly before the arson attack on the Masjid.
“ The Kuraby Mosque thereby became the first mosque anywhere in the world to be damaged or destroyed as a direct response to the attacks of September 11. ”
Our Board Members
Imraan Nathie, Muhsin Ally, Farzanah Ally, Husain Surtie, Faris Fazalbhoy, Farhad Ahmed, Muhammad Jangda and Ismail Essof.