Islam Flashcards
Salah
Muslim word for pray. They do this 5 times a day and have special movements and actions. It’s one of the five pillars of Islam
Wudu
This is when Muslims wash their faces, ears, mouth, hands and feet before prayer. They do this to feel physically and mentally ready to stand before Allah. It also symbolises spiritual cleanliness.
Imam
This is a Muslim who leads prayer at the Mosque and can give advice to fellow Muslims.
Mosque
Where Muslims pray
Halal
It means allowed and it says what Muslims can eat. Eg. Lamb,cheese,fruit, dish, chicken , vegetables, beef
Haram
It means forbidden and is what Muslims cannot eat. Eg. Alcohol, shellfish and pork
Hajj
This is when Muslims go on a pilgrimage to Mecca, which they must do at least once in their life unless they are ill or looking after somebody.
Ramadan
When Muslims fast for a month during daylight hours
Zakah
One of the five pillars where Muslims give 2.5% of their earnings to charity.
Shahada
The stamens of belief that all Muslims say