MOSQUE IN MALAYSIA2.1 IntroductionThe mosque is the symbol of the greats of Islam. The development of the mosque developed based on a different culture and country, but it still has the same function and goals. The end of mosque development began during Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to the four major Islamic dynasties. Included are the Ummayad dynasties, Abbasid dynasties, Fatimid dynasties, Safavid dynasties, and Ottoman dynasties. In this chapter, the researcher will explain the development, function, components and structures of mosque among Muslims. In Malaysia, the management of the operations and maintenance of mosques was organized by the religious council of each state. For example, the Negeri Sembilan Islamic Religious Council. Each religious council is responsible for all activities carried out by members of the mosque (qariah). 2.2 Definition of mosque The word mosque was taken from the Arabic language masjid or jami'. Masjid means "place of prostration" or "house" or open area of ​​prayer in Islam. The word mosque refers to the Old French term Mosqueé, the Italian term mosquea, and the Spanish term mezquita. Although there are different common names, the function of the mosque is always the same, a Muslim place of worship. However, it should be noted that the word "masdjid" is also generally used in Arabic literature to refer to any place of worship in any religion (Rasdi MT, 1998). According to Mohamad Tajuddin (1998), the word mosque, as understood in current architectural terminology, is a building used by Muslims for carrying out prayers. Nash Rahman (1998). it also defines the mosque as a symbol of the grandeur of Islamic buildings, which stands majestically throughout the world. It remains a nice... paper center... business at the district level. In terms of maintenance work, PAID is reasonable to identify any issues or issues relating to any defects or damage to the mosque building. The Administration of Islam (Negeri Sembilan) Act 10 of 2003, Section 98 states:Maintenance of mosque and grounds(1) The Council shall ensure that all mosques therein are in a proper state of maintenance and that its components are kept in an adequate state of conservation. adequate state of cleanliness.(2) The Council may raise and use, or authorize the raising and use, special funds for any repairs and maintenance, or may pay the cost of repairs and maintenance from the Treasury.(3) it is not It is possible to make material changes to the structure of the mosque without the written permission of the Council.(4) The Council may appoint a parish committee to maintain the mosque under its responsibility in a suitable condition.