The mosque that was name after Mary Mother Of Jesus

Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. On 14 June 2017, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan decided to rename the mosque to "Mary, Mother of Jesus Mosque". The change was done as an initiative exemplifying the values of co-existence among religions in the UAE, as well as to honour Mary, Mother of Jesus who is a respected figure in Islam.

On 14 June 2017, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan decided to rename the mosque to "Mary, Mother of Jesus Mosque". The change was done as an initiative exemplifying the values of co-existence among religions in the UAE, as well as to honour Mary, Mother of Jesus who is a respected figure in Islam.[1]

The mosque complex is at one corner and besides by a Christian community of numerous church complexes, amongst them are the St. Joseph's Cathedral, Abu Dhabi, the Church of St. Anthony and the neighbouring St. Andrew's Church.

  • Side view of the Mary, The Mother of Jesus Mosque (formerly named Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Mosque) at night.
    Side view of the Mary, The Mother of Jesus Mosque (formerly named Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Mosque) at night.

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