Muslims in South Carolina
Muslims in South Carolina: Dated March 3, 1753:
Muslims from North Africa appear in the records of South Carolina. In the South Carolina Council Journal, dated March 3, 1753–No. 21, Pt. 1, pp. 298-299. Two men by the name Abel Conder and Mahamut (Mahomet) petitioned the South Carolina royal authorities in Arabic for their freedom. ALMOST 260 YEARS AGO!!!
Today in Low Country:
The Central Mosque of Charleston, situated at 1082 King Street, in downtown Charleston, is a house of worship of God for people with ethnic backgrounds of about thirty different nationalities, including blacks, whites, Arabs and non-Arabs. It is open to every Muslim and non-Muslim regardless of race, language, or ethnicity.
Prayers (SALAH) / Worship Services:
The Mosque is open for the five daily prayers. The weekly religious service, “The Jumuah Prayer”, is held at 1:30 pm on Fridays year-round. The CMC also provides wedding and funeral services to Muslims.
Come-in:
The Central Mosque welcomes visitors. Please call the Mosque at 843-720-8614 or email us at: team@charlestonmuslims.com to arrange for a personal or group visits. Schools are also invited to schedule visits.
Guest Lectures:
Please call the Mosque at 843-720-8614 or use the Contact Us link to schedule a visit at your organization. Contact: team@charlestonmuslims.com
Islam – The Straight Path:
With over 1 .7 billion Muslims, Islam is the second largest religion of the world. There are about six million Muslims in the U.S.A. Islam is a universal religion for all mankind. It is based on the belief and worship of One and Only One God of all. Islam is the Straight Path as given by the Messengers of God, which include Adam, Abraham, Moses, Jesus and Muhammad (Peace be upon all God’s Messengers).