Muslim World Flashcards
(30 cards)
What characterizes the Muslim World?
Interconnected societies despite historical conflicts.
What is the focus of Islamic History?
Study of Islam from 1300-1800 CE.
What are Anti-Muslim Attitudes?
Negative perceptions of Muslims post-9/11.
Who is Juan Williams?
Journalist expressing fear of Muslims in 2010.
What was the 9/11 Backlash?
Public protests against mosques after 2001 attacks.
Who is Mohammad (pbuh)?
Prophet of Islam, received revelations in 610 CE.
Who communicated God’s message to Mohammad?
Archangel Gabriel.
What is the Koran?
Holy book of Islam, written in Arabic.
What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
Core practices: faith, prayer, charity, fasting, pilgrimage.
What percentage of the global Muslim population are Sunni Muslims?
90%.
What distinguishes Shia Muslims?
Minority group with a stricter interpretation of Islam.
What is a Hadith?
Sayings and actions of Prophet Mohammad.
What is Sharia?
Islamic law guiding Muslim life.
What is the Kaaba?
Sacred site in Mecca, Muslims face during prayer.
What is Hajj?
Pilgrimage to Mecca, required once in a lifetime.
What is an Abaya?
Traditional garment worn by some Muslim women.
What is a Burkha?
Full-body covering for women in some cultures.
What is a Hijab?
Headscarf worn by Muslim women.
What was the Ottoman Empire?
Muslim empire from 1300-1923, founded by Osman.
Who was Suleiman I?
Ottoman ruler known as the Lawgiver.
What was the Safavid Empire?
Shia Muslim empire in Iran, 1500-1700.
What was the Mughal Empire?
Islamic empire in India, established by Babur.
What is the Taj Mahal?
Mausoleum built by Shah Jahan in 1653.
Who are the Mujahideen?
Afghan resistance fighters against the USSR.
