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Muslims have had a presence in Berkeley for over a half century, and yet no masjid exists within the city. This is attributable, in part, to the fact that the majority of Muslims in Berkeley are students who are not only transient residents of the city, but also have very limited time and financial resources.
Over the past 15 years, an active effort has been underway by the BMF to establish a masjid situated close to the UC campus for students and other Berkeley residents. The process has been a long and arduous one due the limited resources of the intended patrons of the Masjid (i.e. students). By Allahโs grace, their efforts have resulted in the purchase of the present property at 2716 Derby Street.
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ELHADI A
3 months agoSalaam brothers and sisters My friend experienced behavior I had no description other than racism and discrimination from Masjid attendant please read the below message to find out which I already emailed to the Masjid email but they havenโt responded. Assalam Alaykum Berkeley Masjid Community, I am reaching out to the Masjid management regarding a troubling incident that occurred on Saturday, August 4th, 2024, during Dhuhr prayer. My friend, who regularly attends prayers at the Masjid whenever he is in Berkeley, experienced what I can only describe as racial discrimination or profiling. According to my friend, he approached the Masjid as usual to perform Dhuhr prayer. However, upon arrival, he was stopped at the door by a man who refused to let him enter. When my friend inquired why, the man simply responded, "Don't go there." Confused and thinking that perhaps the Masjid was closed, my friend began to walk away. But as he turned back, he noticed the same man allowing two young women and a young man to enter. My friend then attempted to enter again, but the man quickly blocked his way and yelled, "You can't go in there." Feeling increasingly uneasy, my friend questioned why he was being singled out. During their exchange, a young man exiting the Masjid overheard the conversation and intervened. After speaking with the man in a foreign language, the young man informed my friend that the man had assumed my friend was not Muslim. Disturbed by this assumption, my friend expressed his disappointment, stating that even if he were not Muslim, this behavior was unacceptable. Despite this, the man continued to block his entry and even threatened to call the police. My friend was eventually able to enter the Masjid, but the man persisted in trying to force him out. I am writing to seek an explanation for this incident. Is the Masjid not open to the public? If there are specific guidelines for entry, it would be helpful to communicate them clearly to avoid misunderstandings. In these challenging times, it is crucial for us to represent Islam and our sacred spaces in a manner that aligns with the values of compassion, inclusivity, and respect. Thank you for your ongoing efforts to maintain this special place for the local Muslim community. May Allah guide us all to the righteous path. ููููุง ุงููู ู ุฅูุงูู ูู ุง ูุญุจ ููุฑุถู. Sincerely, Abd Elhadi A Muslim brother and concerned friend
Ashuqollah Sharifi
a year agoVery beautiful masjid Masha Allah itโs open 5 times a day.
hafsa yousaf
5 months agoWhat a wonderful Masjid, clean peaceful environment and good spot to pray at. May Allah give a castle in Ferdaus paradise who built this masjid .
Zaify K
3 years agoA beautiful Masjid. Equipped with wudu stations and toilets, separate for men and women. Spacious mosque, including upstairs balcony. Also great for Berkeley students to meet and greet and many will be seen in this Masjid.
Mohammad Haroon (Iqbal)
a year agoI really appreciate the manager of the Musjid for their hard working and amazing management, a few times I went to pray Fajir but unfortunately closed