Introduction to Islam

A monotheistic religion, following the teachings of one God (Allah), believing Muhammad as the messenger of God.

Submission and obedience to God.

Muslims pray five times a day, facing Mecca (Salat).

Abstaining from food, drink, and sexual relations during Ramadan (dawn to sunset).

Yearly pilgrimage to Mecca (Hajj).

Judaism originated in Israel.

The Torah is the holy text of Judaism.

Jewish New Year, celebrated in September.

A 25-hour period (fasting and prayer) during the Jewish day of atonement.

Jewish Passover, commemorating the Exodus story.

The world's third-largest and oldest living religion, with diverse beliefs, including atheism, monotheism, and polytheism.

Sacred texts of Hinduism that contain hymns, rituals, and philosophical teachings.

The main symbol of Hinduism, representing the sound heard in deep meditation, considered the name of God.

The Hindu festival of lights that celebrates the victory of good over evil and light over darkness.

A nine-night Hindu festival celebrating the victory of good over evil.

The world's largest religion, based on the teachings of Jesus, who is believed to be the Son of God. It originated from Judaism in Nazareth, Israel.

A key concept in Christianity, it refers to the belief in one God existing in three distinct persons: the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit.

A central practice in Christianity that symbolizes the birth of a person into the Christian faith through water.

A major Christian festival celebrated on December 25th to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ.

The part of you that relates to your beliefs, values, and practices about the meaning of life.

Actions or rituals performed by individuals or groups to express their spiritual beliefs.

The freedom for people to choose their own beliefs and practices, regardless of others.

A Jewish festival commemorating the revelation of the Torah to Moses at Mount Sinai, celebrated with reading the Torah, studying, and feasting.

A Jewish festival celebrating the Israelites' journey through the desert, marked by building temporary shelters (sukkahs) and eating meals inside them.

Buddhism aims to achieve Nirvana, a state of enlightenment and liberation from suffering.

The Tripitaka is the sacred text of Buddhism, containing teachings, stories, and rules.

The Dharmachakra wheel symbolizes the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. It has eight spokes representing the Buddha's eightfold path to enlightenment.

Parinirvana Day is an annual Buddhist festival that commemorates the death of the Buddha when he reached Nirvana.

Christianity is based on the teachings of Jesus Christ, emphasizing love, forgiveness, and salvation.

The belief in and worship of a superhuman controlling power, especially a personal God or gods.

The performance of ceremonial acts prescribed by a tradition or sacred law.

An individual's choice of religious belief is influenced by their spiritual self, society, and culture.

Ritual is a common practice across all societies.

Your spirituality can be shown through your religious beliefs and practices.

Society and its culture can influence an individual's religious choice.

Religion shapes a person's moral compass, values, and outlook on life.

Rituals often involve a sense of reverence or awe towards something considered sacred or holy.

Rituals are based on and reinforce a set of beliefs about the world, deities, or spiritual forces.

Ritual actions and objects often have symbolic meanings that connect them to the beliefs and values of the religion.

Buddhism emphasizes achieving enlightenment through personal effort, meditation, and understanding the Four Noble Truths.

Christianity focuses on the teachings of Jesus Christ as the Son of God, emphasizing salvation through faith and acceptance of his sacrifice.