تلخیص
Present study seeks to highlight the role of mosque as a religious institution in Islam. It is admitted that Mosque is a spiritual centre of the Muslim community. Its position is vitally significant and unique in Islamic society as it is a place of religious actualization where Muslims bow themselves before Allah to attain the spiritual fulfilment and self-realization through prayers and religious congregations. The role of mosque encompasses the daily lives of Muslims; therefore it is imperative to conduct a detailed study in the nature and spirit of this institution with relation to the establishment of a Muslim society. Masjid-i-Nabvi, the first Mosque of the Muslims was built by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) Himself in order to provide them a place for supplication, learning, meeting and socializing with each other, receiving the delegations and preparation for expeditions etc. This paper will analyze the role of Masjid-e-Nabvi as a cradle of learning and the spiritual growth of the Muslims under the leadership of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). It will try to pinpoint the status of Masjid-e-Nabvi as the prime religious institution in Islam and its impact on the existing standing of mosque in Muslim society.