Prayer times – Jinju

Muslim Presence in Jinju Jinju, a city in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea, is home to a small but established Muslim community. While the historical roots of Islam in the region are relatively recent, the presence of Muslims in Jinju has grown steadily over the years, supported by both local converts and expatriates from various countries. The community maintains its religious practices discreetly, reflecting the broader pattern of Muslim settlement in South Korea's urban centers.

Community and Prayer Places The Muslim community in Jinju is served by several prayer places in the surrounding areas. Notable among them is Masjid BAHRUL ISLAH in Tongyeong-si, approximately 50 km away, which serves as a central hub for Muslims in the region. Other mapped prayer places include 한국다와트이슬라미 함안성원 in Haman-gun, Masjid AL-HIDAYA in Changnyeong-gun, Faizan e Madina Gunbuk Haman in Haman-gun, and Masjid Changwon in Changwon-si. These facilities, located in nearby cities and counties, provide essential spaces for daily prayers and community gatherings, reflecting the dispersed but connected nature of the Muslim population in the area.

Prayer Times and Orientation Prayer times in Jinju follow the five daily prayers: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha. These times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude and the seasons. Jinju operates on Asia/Seoul timezone. The Qibla direction for prayer is oriented towards Mecca, with a specific bearing that Muslims in Jinju use when performing salah. The distance to Mecca is approximately 8,000 km. The calculation method used for prayer times is typically the standard method for South Korea, ensuring accurate timings for the local community.