No, generally a menstruating woman cannot sit in the mosque, although there's an exception for passing through.
According to the provided reference, it is not permitted for a menstruating woman to enter the mosque to sit and listen to the khutbah or engage in other activities that involve staying in the mosque. However, the reference clarifies that it is permitted for a menstruating woman to enter the mosque if she is only passing through.
| Activity | Permitted for Menstruating Woman? |
|---|---|
| Sitting in the mosque | No |
| Listening to the khutbah while seated | No |
| Passing through the mosque | Yes |
In summary, while sitting and staying in the mosque is generally prohibited for menstruating women, briefly passing through is allowed.
