c. 2012 Religion News Service (RNS) Devout Muslims pray five times a day, facing the holy city of Mecca. But what if you don't know what direction Mecca is? Try the new illuminated prayer mat.

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(RNS) A new prayer mat lights up when facing Mecca, helping Muslims to pray properly. By Lauren Markoe. (RNS) Devout Muslims pray five times a day, facing the holy city of Mecca. But what if you don’t ...