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Muslims And The Arabian Peninsula Flashcards

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What is Islam?

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A religion based on the teachings of the prophet, Muhammad.

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Who is Muhammad?

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The founder of Islam and the prophet of Allah.

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Who are Muslims?

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Followers of Islam.

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Who is Allah?

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The Arabic word for God.

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What is the Qu’ran?

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The holy book of Islam.

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What is Mecca?

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Muslim’s most holy city and the birthplace of Muhammad.

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What is medina and why is it important?

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Muslims’ second most holy city where Muhammad’s body is entombed.

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What are nomads?

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A group that has no fixed home and moves from place to place.

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What is a clan?

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A group of various families.

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What is a tribe?

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A group of families and clans.

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What is the Kaaba?

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A sacred shrine in Mecca which formerly housed statues of polytheistic gods.

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What is an idol?

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An image used as an object of worship.

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What is shari’ah?

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Islamic laws that prohibit certain behavior such as drinking alcohol, eating pork, gambling, and dress guidelines for women.

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What is a sunnah?

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A book for Muslims revealing Muhammad’s teachings, practices, and deeds.

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What is a Ramadan?

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Muslims’ holy month for fasting.

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What is a hajj?

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A journey (pilgrimage) to Mecca.

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What is almsgiving?

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Muslims’ obligation to give to charity to help the needy.

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What is a mosque?

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A place of worship for Muslims.

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What and who is a muezzin?

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A Muslim who calls other Muslims to prayer.

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Who is a caliph?

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Religious leader of a Muslim empire/region.

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Who is a Shi’a Muslim?

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A Muslim who believes that a caliph should be a blood relative of Muhammad.

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Who is a Sunni Muslim?

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A Muslim who believes that a caliph doesn’t have to be a blood relative of Muhammad.

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What is a sedentary?

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A permanent settler, no longer a nomad.

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What is monotheism?

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The belief that there is only one god.

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What is an oasis?

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A small area in the desert watered by springs and wells and where vegetation is grown.

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