Imagine undergraduates gathering here. They came to Masjid Ba’alwie before their campus moved. This masjid has a rich history. It was built in 1952. A respected imam from the Alatas family built it.
Masjid Ba’alwie is a Wakaf mosque. It stands on Lewis Road. The nearest MRT station is Newton. This location is central. It serves many worshippers.
The one-story Masjid Ba’alwie can hold 400 people. Daily prayers take place here. Friday prayers are well-attended. Hari Raya prayers draw large crowds. Muslims gather on Thursday evenings. They recite praises to Allah.
Syed Hassan Al-Attas was an imam here. He noted cooperation between Sunni and Shi’a Muslims. They worked together to spread Islam. This unity is significant.
In 1970, the Islamic Religious Council was formed. A Shi’a legal practitioner named Javad Namazie handled the process. Ameerali Abdeali and J.M. Jumabhoy also contributed. They showed no emphasis on Sunni or Shi’a differences.
Rajabali Jumabhoy arrived in Singapore in 1918. He established a multinational company. He was elected to the Legislative Assembly in 1955. He visited Karbala after his victory. The Jumabhoy family greatly contributed to the Muslim community.
Masjid Ba’alwie stands as a testament to faith. It also represents unity. Its history reflects Singapore’s religious harmony. It serves as a reminder of cooperation. The Masjid Ba’alwie continues to be a vital part of the community.