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Questionnaire with Answers
Islamic Architecture Conceptual Framework
"In this paper, I have identified and briefly examined
two Islamic concepts which constitute the nucleus of the conceptual framework
for sustainability in Islamic architecture. The two concepts are: 1) man as the
vicegerent (khalifah) on earth, and 2) natural environment as both a field and
means for man’s vicegerency mission. Central to the paper are the
following themes: 1) the meaning and significance of Islamic architecture; 2)
the position and role of man on earth; 3) peaceful and accountable
(sustainable) coexistence with the environment; and 4) the implications of the
Islamic concepts of man and the environment for sustainability in Islamic
architecture. The paper is concluded by presenting some broad ideas as to the
issue of pragmatism in practicing Islamic architecture today. The paper
concludes that Islamic architecture is an architecture that through its
multidimensionality embodies the message of Islam. It both facilitates the
Muslims’ realization of the Islamic purpose and its divine
principles on earth and promotes a lifestyle generated by such a philosophy and
principles. At the core of Islamic architecture lies function with all of its
dimensions: corporeal, cerebral and spiritual. The role of the form is an
important one too, but only inasmuch as it supplements and enhances function.
Indeed, one of the most recognizable features of Islamic architecture must
always be sustainability. This is so because Islam, a comprehensive worldview,
ethics and jurisprudence, aims to preserve man and his total wellbeing, i.e.,
his religion, self, mental strength, progeny (future generations) and wealth
(personal, societal and natural)."
1. What is the main thought of process that
led to the construction of the mosque?
“Our aim was
simply to congregate of all Muslimins and Muslimats, and their cultural
contribution to Islam, from around the world—to perform prayers and
celebrations for Allah & His messenger,
and to share knowledge and experience to one another.”
2. Choose one of these principles that you
think describes the design of the mosque?
TAWHID
IQTISAD
URF
ILMU
IKHLAS
IHTIRAM
HAYA
DHIKR
3. Choose one of these principles that you
think describes the function of the mosque the most?
TAWHID
IQTISAD
URF
ILMU
IKHLAS
IHTIRAM
HAYA
DHIKR
4. Choose one of the answers that truly express
the feeling that you felt upon entering the mosque/inhabit near the mosque?
NEUTRAL
PEACEFUL AND
CALM
NOT
ALONE/FELT ALLAH'S PRESENCE
FEAR
HAPPY
HATRED
HIGH-SPIRITED
SHY/MODEST
WISE
AND SMART
5. Practically, a Muslim's (both man and
woman) lifestyle is generated by the philosophy, the principles and other
teachings of Islam. Rate your lifestyle as a Muslim.
“I follow the teachings of Islam often.”
“I follow the teachings of Islam mostly.”
“I follow the teachings of Islam sometimes.”
“I follow the teachings of Islam a little.”
“I don't follow any teachings of Islam.”
6.The position and role of man on earth is
as the vicegerent (khalifah) of earth based on the Islamic teachings. Choose
any answers or more, that a man should require to preserve that role.
KNOWLEDGE
SELF-RESPECT
RELIGIOUS
WEALTH
SANITY
HUMANITY
HEALTHINESS
LEGACY
7. From your experience, what are the
programmes and events that have held at the mosque?
“Annually,
there is the ‘Women Day’, celebrating Siti Khadijah binti Khuwailid, “the
mother of Islam: the first woman to convert to Islam.”
8.
Have these programmes and events stated in Question 6, benefit you in
terms of...
I-MONEY
II-SPIRITUALITY
III-ISLAMIC TRADITION
PRESERVATION/SUSTAINABILITY
IV-RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN YOU AND ALLAH
V-RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
VI-RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN YOU AND YOUR
FRIENDS/NEIGHBOURS
VII-RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN YOU AND NON-MUSLIMS
9. In Question 3, which part of the mosque
that makes you truly felt that way?
“The praying
hall”
10. In your own view, without this place,
where would you be now?
11. From your knowledge, what are the
facilities available at the mosque at the moment?
“Islamic school,
orphanage hall, offices, homestay houses and a hotel, shops, cafeteria, an
event hall, and praying halls for men and women.”
12. Rate the cleanliness of the mosque and
the environment near it.
“10/10”
13. Do you think the mosque will continue to
develop more, or will it end eventually? And why do you think so?
“Yes, it will.”
14. From your knowledge, what are the rules
that one should strictly follow upon entering the mosque?
“Wear
appropriate clothes upon entering the mosque. And keep it clean.”
References:
1. www.islamicmediacity.com
2. irep.iium.com.my
3. "Islamic Architecture: Its
Philosophy, Spiritual Significance, and EarlyDevelopments" by Spahic Omer
4.
"A Conceptual Framework in Islamic Architecture" by Spahic
Omer
5. "Man and Environment: Implications
for Islamic Architecture" bySaphic Omer
Questionnaire
Islamic Architecture Conceptual Framework
"In this paper, I have identified and briefly examined
two Islamic concepts which constitute the nucleus of the conceptual framework
for sustainability in Islamic architecture. The two concepts are: 1) man as the
vicegerent (khalifah) on earth, and 2) natural environment as both a field and
means for man’s vicegerency mission. Central to the paper are the
following themes: 1) the meaning and significance of Islamic architecture; 2)
the position and role of man on earth; 3) peaceful and accountable
(sustainable) coexistence with the environment; and 4) the implications of the
Islamic concepts of man and the environment for sustainability in Islamic
architecture. The paper is concluded by presenting some broad ideas as to the
issue of pragmatism in practicing Islamic architecture today. The paper
concludes that Islamic architecture is an architecture that through its
multidimensionality embodies the message of Islam. It both facilitates the
Muslims’ realization of the Islamic purpose and its divine
principles on earth and promotes a lifestyle generated by such a philosophy and
principles. At the core of Islamic architecture lies function with all of its
dimensions: corporeal, cerebral and spiritual. The role of the form is an
important one too, but only inasmuch as it supplements and enhances function.
Indeed, one of the most recognizable features of Islamic architecture must
always be sustainability. This is so because Islam, a comprehensive worldview,
ethics and jurisprudence, aims to preserve man and his total wellbeing, i.e.,
his religion, self, mental strength, progeny (future generations) and wealth
(personal, societal and natural)."
1. What is the main thought of process that
led to the construction of the mosque?
2. Choose one of these principles that you think describes the design of the
mosque?
Tawhid
Iqtisad
Urf
Ilmu
Ikhlas
Ihtiram
Haya
Dhikr
3. Choose one of these principles that you think describes the function of the
mosque the most?
Tawhid
Iqtisad
Urf
Ilmu
Ikhlas
Ihtiram
Haya
Dhikr
4. Choose one of the answers that truly
expresses the feeling that you felt upon entering the mosque/inhabit near the
mosque?
Neutral
Peaceful and Calm
Not alone/felt Allah's presence
Fear
Happy
Hatred
High-spirited
Shy/Modest
Wise and Smart
5. Practically, a Muslim's (both man and
woman) lifestyle is generated by the philosophy, the principles and other
teachings of Islam. Rate your lifestyle as a Muslim.
I follow the teachings of Islam often.
I follow the
teachings of Islam mostly.
I follow the teachings of Islam sometimes.
I follow the teachings of Islam a little.
I don't follow any teachings of Islam.
6.The position and role of man on earth is
as the vicegerent (khalifah) of earth based on the Islamic teachings. Choose
any answers or more, that a man should require to preserve that role.
Knowledge
Self-respect
Religious
Wealth
Sanity
Humanity
Healthiness
Legacy
7. From your experience, what are the
programmes and events that has held at the mosque?
8.
Have these programmes and events stated in Question 6, benefit you in
terms of...
i-money
ii-spirituality
iii-Islamic tradition
preservation/sustainability
iv-relationship between you and Allah
v-relationship between you and your family
vi-relationship between you and your
friends/neighbours
vii-relationship between you and non-Muslims
9. In Question 3, Which part of the mosque
that makes you truly felt that way?
10. In your own view, without this place,
where would you be now?
11. From your knowledge, what are the
facilities available at the mosque at the moment?
12. Rate the cleanliness of the mosque and
the environment near it.
13. Do you think the mosque will continue to
develop more, or will it end eventually? And why do you think so?
14. From your knowledge, what are the rules
that one should strictly follow upon entering the mosque?
References:
1. www.islamicmediacity.com
2. irep.iium.com.my
3. "Islamic Architecture: : Its
Philosophy, Spiritual Significance, and EarlyDevelopments" by Spahic Omer
4.
"A Conceptual Framework in Islamic Architecture" by Spahic
Omer
5. "Man and Environment: Implications
for Islamic Architecture" bySaphic Omer
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