Islam Flashcards
Which concept is an inherent element in the Muslim belief system?
being obedient to the will of God
How did the Arabian Peninsula’s location affect ability to trade?
Its proximity to Africa and India made trade quite successful.
How did the nomadic lifestyle contribute to the spread of Islam?
It kept people moving, enabling them to share their personal belief systems.
What was Muhammad’s role in the Islamic religion?
He was the original founder of Islam.
According to Muslim beliefs, why did Muhammad become a prophet?
He was said to have received a message from an angel.
Pious Muslims are told to behave in what way in Allah’s presence?
submissive
What does Islam have in common with Judaism and Christianity?
All three religions perceive Abraham as a prophet of God.
When Muslims speak of “people of the book,” to whom are they referring?
Christians
What do Muslims do during Ramadan?
fast
Islamic law is also known as what?
Sharia law.
