How do you practice your faith? At home, many people pray by their bedsides, erect small devotional or "sacred" spaces containing some of their valued personal effects and religious paraphernalia, or light incense to mark the Divine throughout their days. Still others practice in a way that is invisible to the eye; they may pray silently while going about their work, or sing. But no matter how worship is carried out in the home, devotees of most faiths turn to their local religious communities for a place to experience the Divine and practice their worship among friends, scholars, and mentors. Finding such a place that's suitable for one's faith and personal beliefs, then, is of utmost importance. And despite technically comprising a minority religion in the United States, Islam nevertheless thrives throughout the country, supported by a vast network of dedicated and determined Muslims who aim to share and encourage their knowledge and experiences of the Divine. The Los Angeles Desi community in particular has erected an abundance of quality Mosques, making the city an excellent place for newcomers as well as those who take their commitments to God with great solemnity. If you've just arrived in Los Angeles and are looking for a place to pray, or if you're an established resident in search of a new spiritual home, you've come to the right place; this quick overview will let you virtually explore some of the best mosques Los Angeles has to offer.


Easily accessible from nearly every reach of the pacific metropolis in Culver City, the King Fahad Mosque on Washington Boulevard owes its beautiful and well maintained facade to the dedication and persistence of the congregation, which is actively involved in the building's upkeep as well as many small projects to continually express faith through architectural beauty. Beyond the lofty doors, however, visitors will find more than just a pretty package; the spiritual community at King Fahad is intimate and very supportive of the development of knowledge, resulting in worship that is both aligned with tradition and able to transcend prayer-times to influence all aspects of life. Regular daily prayer schedules and special interest groups for youth, students, and women make the King Fahad an attractive choice for small-city friendliness in big-city Los Angeles.


Nearby in Hawthorne, and just of the 405, the Islamic Center of Hawthorne offers a more contemporary architectural ambience, but is renowned for the livelihood of its adherents and the many special groups it helps to facilitate. The mosque is an especially good choice for families, boasting a K-8 spiritual education program, as well as a seasoned Quran memorization technique and a dedicated summer school. An extensive bookstore and regular discussion groups encourage knowledge and learning among adults. Be a part of something truly divine at this friendly Los Angeles mosque.


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