Islamic Ruling on Keeping the Masjid Closed Outside Prayer Times

The fatwa explains that praying in the masjid is better than praying at home. Because of this, it is better and mustahab to keep the masjid open so people can benefit from it for prayer and other needs. However, if there is a fear that the masjid or its items may be harmed, stolen, or disrespected, then it is permissible to keep it closed. Based on the current conditions, Islamic scholars say that keeping the masjid closed is appropriate. This Islamic ruling is taken directly from the given text and follows the position mentioned in the fatwa.