Asked by Elena Cornejo on May 20, 2024
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Which is the supposed precursor of hypostyle-designed mosques, such as the one at Kairouan?
A) Muhammad's house in Mecca
B) The Dome of the Rock
C) The madrasa of Baghdad
D) Muhammad's house in Medina
Hypostyle
A hall in ancient Egyptian architecture, characterized by many closely spaced columns that support the roof.
Muhammad's House
The historical residence of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, often referenced in studies of early Islamic architecture and the prophet's life.
Kairouan
A city in Tunisia, significant in Islamic history as a major center of Islamic scholarship and Quranic learning, hosting one of the oldest mosques in North Africa.
- Trace the development of mosque architecture from early examples to more complex structures.
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Learning Objectives
- Trace the development of mosque architecture from early examples to more complex structures.
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