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A Visit to
A Mosque
In America

Driving along I-75 in Cincinnati OH, all eyes are drawn as a magnet to the unique building with its golden dome and unusual architecture. The Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati is located at the base of a residential street in a neighborhood in West Chester. The center houses an Islamic school, a community center, an international school and the Mosque, which is the place of worship for Muslims.
There are many misconceptions regarding Islam and Muslims. In reality most Muslims are non-Arabs and most live outside the Middle East. There are five million Muslims in the United States. There are an estimated 10,000-15,000 Muslims in the Greater Cincinnati area.
Passing through the wrought iron gate, my eyes rivet to the cluster of flags to the right, one to reflect each of the 49-predominately Muslim countries. The United States flag is not among these as America is predominately Christian with Muslim being the third largest religion.......

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