Paris Grand Mosque Celebrates 100 Years of French Republic Integration

The Grand Mosque of Paris is celebrating its centenary, marking 100 years since its establishment as an integral part of the French Republic. The celebration included the recitation of specific Quranic verses.

19 Jul, 10:50 — 19 Jul, 10:50

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The Grand Mosque of Paris, 'part of the French Republic' for 100 years

Inaugurated 100 years ago this week, the Grand Mosque of Paris is France's longest-serving Islamic place of worship and a landmark for Muslims and non-Muslims alike. From its origins as a tribute to Muslim soldiers who fought in the French army to its present as a centre of moderate Islam, rector Chems-Eddine Hafiz says it has an integral place in France.

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First report: le-figaro · 19 Jul, 09:47|Full coverage: 2 · 1h|Window: 1h

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Centenaire de la Grande Mosquée de Paris : quels sont ces versets coraniques qui ont été récités pendant la cérémonie ?

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Paris Grand Mosque Celebrates 100 Years of French Republic Integration

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Centenaire de la Grande Mosquée de Paris : quels sont ces versets coraniques qui ont été récités pendant la cérémonie ?

The Grand Mosque of Paris, 'part of the French Republic' for 100 years

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