Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid-e-Shams is a well-known neighbourhood congregational mosque situated in Jhanjhari Block of Gonda, Uttar Pradesh 271003, India. It is widely visited by local residents for daily prayers and weekly Friday (Jumuʿah) worship, and holds a respectable place in the spiritual life of the community.
Strategically located within the Jhanjhari Block, Masjid-e-Shams serves as one of the important centres of Islamic worship for neighbouring localities in Gonda. The name “Shams” refers to the Arabic word for sun or radiance, symbolising spiritual light, guidance, and the illumination of faith — a meaningful choice for a place of prayer. As a congregational mosque, Masjid-e-Shams is active throughout the day for the five daily Salah (prayers) — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha — providing a consistent spiritual anchor for worshippers. The mosque’s Jumuʿah prayer on Fridays draws larger attendance, and its khutbah (sermon) often addresses both religious teachings and community concerns relevant to local life. During Ramadan, the mosque becomes a focal point of heightened activity, with Taraweeh prayers after Isha, communal Iftar gatherings, and Quran recitation sessions that foster deeper devotion. On Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, Masjid-e-Shams hosts special congregational prayers that bring the neighbourhood together in celebration and unity.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 4XF4+QHH, Jhanjhari Block, Gonda, Uttar Pradesh 271003
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Gonda
Pincode: 271003
Longitude: 81.95649° E
Latitude: 27.12444° N