Identify the architectural elements of the Islamic mosque and discuss their significance

What will be an ideal response?

Answer: The ideal answer should include:
1. The mosque includes a multicolumned covered area, the hypostyle space, where worshipers gather for prayer.
2. It includes the qibla, a wall that indicates the direction of Mecca.
3. On the qibla is the minbar, or stepped pulpit for the preacher.
4. Also on the quibla is the mihrab, a niche commemorating the spot where Muhammad planted his lance in the direction people should pray.

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