The merit expressed in مَنْ بَنَى لِلَّهِ مَسْجِدًا highlights the dignity of a mosque. It does not mean competing to spend the most, sacrificing obligatory rights, or pursuing recognition. Both the motive and the method matter.
Example 1: Support a genuinely needed mosque project through lawful, transparent arrangements.
Example 2: After construction, responsibly maintain cleanliness, drinking water, lighting, and safety.
Example 3: Protect donated funds and building resources as a trust.
The verb بَنَى highlights building, while لِلَّهِ protects the intention from self-promotion.