Islam Pratices Flashcards
(19 cards)
What are the five pillars of Sunni Islam?
- Shahadah - Declaration of faith
- Salah - Prayer 5 times per day
- Zakah - Charity
- Sawm - Fasting in the month of Ramadan
- Hajj - Obligatory Pilgrimage at least once a lifetime
What is the quote that suggests that Allah is the only God
“There is no God but Allah, and Muhammed is the Messenger of Allah”
What is the significance of the Shahadah for newborns and converts?
The Shahadah should be whispered to a newborn child as the first words they hear and should be the last words on a Muslim’s lips before they die. It is also how non-believers convert to Islam.
What sin is committed by abandoning the Shahadah?
Anyone who abandons this belief commits the sin of apostasy.
What is Salah?
Salah is the ritual Muslim prayer carried out five times a day to gain Allah’s favor.
What are the five daily prayers in Salah?
Fajr - Morning prayer between dawn and sunrise
Zuhr - Early afternoon prayer
Asr - Late afternoon prayer
Maghrib - Evening prayer just after sunset
Isha - Night-time prayer
What is the Adhan?
The First Call to prayer (adhan) is made from the minarets at mosques by the muezzin to call people to pray, reflecting the Shahadah.
What is the Iqmah?
The Second Call to Prayer (Iqmah) is made by the muezzin in the Main Worship Hall, telling worshippers that prayer is about to begin.
What is Wudu?
Wudu is the mandatory ritual washing before Salah prayer, reinforcing the Niyyah declaration.
What is tayammum?
Tayammum is the practice of using fine sand or dust for purification when water is not available.
What are Rak’ahs in Salah prayers?
Rak’ahs are complete sequences of prayer that involve recitations and movements, with eight movements in each sequence.
What is Jummah prayer?
Jummah prayer is a congregational prayer held during Zuhr on Fridays at mosques, emphasizing the unity of the Muslim community.
What is the role of the Imam during Jummah prayer?
After the Salah is complete, the Imam delivers a sermon called the Khutbah to promote unity and address community issues.
How do Shi’a Muslims approach prayer?
Shi’a Muslims may combine prayers, prostrating on natural materials like clay from Kerbala, which they consider pure.
What is the significance of prostrating on natural materials for Shi’a Muslims?
Shi’a Muslims believe prostrating on natural materials is preferable as it aligns with the practice of Prophet Muhammad.
What concerns do Sunni Muslims have regarding the use of clay from Kerbala?
Sunni Muslims may be concerned that using clay from Kerbala implies a level of holiness to that city over Mecca.
What is Du’a prayer?
Du’a is a private prayer where Muslims ask for guidance, forgiveness, and help from Allah.
When can Du’a prayers be said?
Du’a prayers can be said at any time of the day, in any language.
What are prayer beads used for in Du’a prayers?
Prayer beads, either 33 or 99, are used to recite the 99 names of Allah or repeat phrases that glorify Him.
Many Muslims prefer to count on their fingers instead of using prayer beads, as Prophet Muhammad did not use them.
