Masjid As-Sabur is the oldest Masjid and pioneering Muslim community organization in Las Vegas, with roots dating back to the early 1970s. Originally connected to the Nation of Islam, the congregation—then known as Masjid Muhammad—transitioned to mainstream Sunni Islam in 1975 under the national leadership of Imam Warith Deen Muhammad.
In 1982, the community established its permanent home in Las Vegas’ Historic Westside, where the Masjid became a center for prayer, Islamic education, family life, and community service.
Over the years, Masjid As-Sabur has expanded its impact through youth programs, humanitarian assistance, neighborhood outreach, health and educational initiatives, and Al-Ma’un Neighborly Needs.
Under the leadership of its imams, including Imam Fateen Seifullah since 1999, the Masjid has remained a strong spiritual and community anchor. Today, it continues its legacy of faith, patience, education, compassion, and service to Muslims and the greater Las Vegas community.
1982-1999
The original congregation had already built a mosque in 1982, so 1997 refers to the construction or major rebuilding of the current structure—not the founding of the Masjid itself.
Construction of the current Masjid As-Sabur building appears to have begun around 1997. That year, Mike Tyson donated $250,000 toward the construction, which covered more than half of the project’s cost, while Muhammad Ali also helped with fundraising.
1990s — Neighborhood Action and Community Renewal
Members of the masjid become actively involved in addressing drugs, crime and unsafe conditions in the historic Westside, helping reclaim and improve the surrounding neighborhood.
1996–1999 — Leadership of Imam Luqman Abdus-Salam
Imam Luqman Abdus-Salam serves the congregation before the appointment of Imam Fateen Seifullah.
1999 — Imam Fateen Seifullah Begins His Leadership
Imam Fateen Seifullah becomes imam and expands the masjid’s commitment to worship, education, neighborhood restoration and humanitarian service.
2000s — Expansion of Humanitarian Services. Masjid As-Sabur and Al-Ma’un Neighborly Needs expand programs providing food, emergency assistance, education, health resources and support for individuals and families experiencing hardship.
2010s — The Muslim Village Vision Develops
The masjid works toward creating a broader “Muslim Village” in West Las Vegas—a safe and welcoming environment for worship, education, business development, social services and positive interaction between Muslims and their neighbors.
2020s — Continuing a Legacy of Faith and Service
Masjid As-Sabur continues serving as a center for daily prayer, Jumu’ah, Islamic education, youth and family programs, humanitarian assistance, interfaith engagement and neighborhood development.