Ar-Razzaq Islamic Center

Ar-Razzaq Islamic Center
Religion
AffiliationIslam
Location
StateNorth Carolina
CountryUnited States
Interactive map of Ar-Razzaq Islamic Center
Coordinates35°59′48″N 78°54′56″W / 35.996645°N 78.915541°W / 35.996645; -78.915541
Architecture
TypeMosque
Established1958
Website
arrazzaqislamiccenter.org

The Ar-Razzaq Islamic Center is the first known mosque established in North Carolina, located in downtown Durham. The name "Ar-Razzaq" means "The Provider" or "The Sustainer", one of the 99 names of God in Islam, chosen to reflect the goals of the mosque to provide services to the local community.

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