Islam Flashcards

1
Q

When did Islam begin?

A

622 CE

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2
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What is the Holy City / Place of Founding for Islam?

A

Mecca

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3
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Where is Mecca currently located?

A

Saudi Arabia

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4
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How many gods do Muslims believe in?

A

One

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5
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What are the 5 Pillars of Belief?

A

Shahadah, Salah, Zakat, Saum and Hajj

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6
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What is Shahadah?

A

A declaration of faith

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7
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What does Shahadah state?

A

That God is the one and only God, and Muhammad is only a prophet

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8
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What is Salah?

A

Praying 5 times a day facing Mecca

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9
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What times of day do Muslims pray?

A

Sunrise, Noon, Afternoon, Sunset, and before Sleep

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10
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What is Zakat?

A

Giving a fixed amount of one’s income to those who need it more, or toward the greater good

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11
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What is Saum?

A

Fasting during the month of Ramadan to reflect on your actions and current situation

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12
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What is Hajj?

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Make a pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in your life, as long as your health and financial situation allow it

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13
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Where does Islam rank in terms of popularity?

A

2nd most popular

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14
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How many followers does Islam have?

A

1.3 billion

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15
Q

Who is the founder of Islam?

A

Muhammad

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16
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Is Muhammad the Son of God?

A

No, he is a prophet

17
Q

What is the Muslim term for “God” ?

A

Allah

18
Q

What is the Holy Book for Muslims?

A

The Holy Quran

19
Q

How many chapters are in the Muslim’s Holy Book?

A

114

20
Q

Who communicated the Holy Quran to Muhammad?

A

Allah / God

21
Q

Where do Muslims worship?

A

Mosques

22
Q

What is the name of the black stone of Mecca?

A

Kaaba / Kabba

23
Q

What are the religious leaders of Islam called?

A

Imams

24
Q

What is the Islamic Holy Day?

A

Friday

25
Q

Where is the Kabba located?

A

Within the Masjid al - Haram, or the Great Mosque of Mecca

26
Q

What region of the world is Islam most prevalent?

A

The middle east and Africa