Masjid History

In the mid nineties, the Muslim population not only increased to an unprecedented level but it also spread extensively to the suburbs of Atlanta. To meet the worship and educational needs of Muslims and their children, Al-Farooq Masjid was prompted to establish Masjid Omar Bin 'Abdul-'Aziz in the Lilburn / Norcross area of Atlanta. This neighborhood community mosque not only attracts a large number of Muslims for daily five-time Salahs but also over 500 Muslims for Friday Salah.

Masjid Omar bin Abdul Aziz is not affiliated or subordinate to any organization either inside or outside the U.S. The organization is operated and maintained by those who believe in the unity of Allah and the Last Day, establish Salah, practice Zakah and fear none except Allah (SWT). The goals and missions include: 1. Serving the best interest of Islam and needs of Muslim community of metro-Atlanta, 2. Helping the international Muslim community of Atlanta to carry out activities in pursuance of Islam as a complete way of life, 3. Providing a place of worship to carry on religious,