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What significant event occurred in 630 C.E. involving Muhammad and his followers?
What significant event occurred in 630 C.E. involving Muhammad and his followers?
Which term refers to those who made the hijra, the migration from Mecca to Medina?
Which term refers to those who made the hijra, the migration from Mecca to Medina?
How long did it take for the Quran to be revealed to Muhammad?
How long did it take for the Quran to be revealed to Muhammad?
What is the title given to individuals who memorize the entire Quran?
What is the title given to individuals who memorize the entire Quran?
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What is the meaning of the term 'ayah' in the context of the Quran?
What is the meaning of the term 'ayah' in the context of the Quran?
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What describes the main focus of Medinian verses in the Quran?
What describes the main focus of Medinian verses in the Quran?
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What role did Zayd ibn Thabit play in the development of the Quran?
What role did Zayd ibn Thabit play in the development of the Quran?
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Why is the Quran structured into 30 parts known as juz?
Why is the Quran structured into 30 parts known as juz?
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What year marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar?
What year marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar?
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What significant event does the Hijra represent in Islamic history?
What significant event does the Hijra represent in Islamic history?
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Which religious influences did Muhammad encounter before the establishment of Islam?
Which religious influences did Muhammad encounter before the establishment of Islam?
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What was the primary reaction of the Quraysh tribe in Mecca to Muhammad's teachings?
What was the primary reaction of the Quraysh tribe in Mecca to Muhammad's teachings?
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What role did Khadija play in Muhammad's life?
What role did Khadija play in Muhammad's life?
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Before the advent of Islam, the Arabian tribes primarily practiced which form of religion?
Before the advent of Islam, the Arabian tribes primarily practiced which form of religion?
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What is the significance of the Black Stone at Mecca's Kaaba in pre-Islamic culture?
What is the significance of the Black Stone at Mecca's Kaaba in pre-Islamic culture?
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Which symbol is recognized as a representation of the Islamic faith?
Which symbol is recognized as a representation of the Islamic faith?
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What chapter of the Quran is primarily used in daily prayers and is a prayer for guidance?
What chapter of the Quran is primarily used in daily prayers and is a prayer for guidance?
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What is the primary reason the Arabic version of the Quran is considered the true Quran?
What is the primary reason the Arabic version of the Quran is considered the true Quran?
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Which of the following statements accurately describes the compilation of the Hadith compared to the Quran?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the compilation of the Hadith compared to the Quran?
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Which two collections are known as the most respected within the Kutub al-Sittah?
Which two collections are known as the most respected within the Kutub al-Sittah?
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What does the term 'sahih' signify in the context of Hadith collections?
What does the term 'sahih' signify in the context of Hadith collections?
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Which of the following aspects is NOT guided by the Hadith?
Which of the following aspects is NOT guided by the Hadith?
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Which statement about the uniqueness of the Quran globally is true?
Which statement about the uniqueness of the Quran globally is true?
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What is the outcome of the systematic collection of Hadiths that began around the 9th century C.E.?
What is the outcome of the systematic collection of Hadiths that began around the 9th century C.E.?
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Study Notes
Islam - Quarter 2, Lesson 5
- Islam was established around the 7th century CE.
- Islam is the youngest of the world's major religions.
- Over 1.5 billion Muslims worldwide.
- Islam is the second largest and one of the fastest-growing religions globally.
- The majority of Muslims live in Asia and Africa.
- There are 49 countries where Muslims make up 50% or more of the population.
- Indonesia is the largest Muslim-majority country, with nearly 87% of its population practicing Islam.
Islam's Symbolism
- The star and crescent are recognized symbols of the Islamic faith.
- The star and crescent appear on the national flags of states formed after the fall of the Ottoman Empire in the 20th century.
- The crescent moon (hilal) has ties to royalty.
- The symbol was embraced by movements advocating Arab nationalism.
- The star and crescent are linked to the lunar calendar, which governs the religious life of Muslims.
Islam's Beginnings
- Islam originated among Arabian desert people.
- Before Islam, Arabian tribes had diverse religious influences including Byzantine Christianity, Judaism, and Zoroastrianism.
- Pre-Islamic Arabs worshipped many gods, though they acknowledged one supreme deity.
- Local gods, spirits, and animistic beliefs were significant, with sacred objects like the Black Stone at Mecca's Kaaba revered.
- Mecca became a pilgrimage center due to these spiritual associations.
Muhammad
- Muhammad ibn Abdullah was born in Mecca in 570 CE.
- Orphaned at a young age, he was raised by his grandfather Abd al-Muttalib and later his uncle, Abu Talib.
- He worked as a caravan driver, traveling across the Arabian Peninsula and encountering various religious influences, including Christianity, Judaism, and Zoroastrianism.
- At 25, Muhammad married Khadija, a wealthy widow.
- In 610 CE, he began receiving divine revelations from the angel Gabriel.
- These messages, revealed in a cave on Mount Hira, formed the foundation of Islam.
Muhammad's Preaching
- Muhammad initially shared his revelations with close family and friends.
- By 613 CE, Muhammad began preaching publicly, but the polytheistic Quraysh tribe in Mecca opposed his teachings.
Hijra and Leadership in Medina
- In 622 CE, Muhammad and his followers fled to Medina (the Hijra), marking the beginning of the Islamic calendar.
- He united the tribes of Medina and established a constitution, gaining political and religious leadership.
- Muhajirun - those who made the hijra
- Ansar - the helpers
Conquest of Mecca
- After years of conflict with the Meccans, Muhammad and his followers peacefully took control of Mecca in 630 CE, cleansing the Kaaba of its idols.
- By the time of his death in 632 CE, Islam had spread across the Arabian Peninsula uniting the Muslim community under one faith.
The Quran
- The word Quran literally means "recitation" or "reading."
- It is the sacred book of Islam, revealed by God (Allah) to Prophet Muhammad.
- The Quran is considered the foundation of the Islamic faith.
- It holds supreme authority in matters of faith, theology, and law for all Muslims.
- The Quran was revealed gradually over a period of 23 years (609-632 CE).
- Muhammad initially memorized the messages because he was illiterate and recited them to his followers.
- Muhammad's companions recorded the revelations on various materials such as leather, stones, palm leaves, and bones.
- Muhammad's secretary, Zayd ibn Thabit, played a key role in compiling the Quran after his death.
- Around 20 years after Muhammad's death, the Quran was formally compiled into a single book.
- This version has remained unchanged for over 1,400 years.
Structure of the Quran
- The Quran is divided into 114 chapters known as surahs.
- Each chapter contains verses called ayahs.
- The term ayah means "evidence" or "sign."
- The Quran is divided into 30 parts, known as juz, which allows for the complete reading of the Quran in one month, especially during Ramadan.
- The Quran is classified into Meccan and Medinan verses, based on whether they were revealed before or after Muhammad's migration (hijra) from Mecca to Medina.
- Meccan verses emphasize faith and spiritual ideals.
- Medinian verses focus on community organization and law.
Recitation and Memorization
- The Quran's verses are rhythmic and often rhymed, making it easier for memorization.
- Those who memorize the entire Quran are given the title hafiz (guardian), and hafiza for women.
The Most Recited Surah
- Al-Fatihah (The Opening)
- The first chapter of the Quran.
- It is a prayer for God's guidance, mercy, and blessings.
- Used in daily prayers (Salah), making it a central part of Islamic worship.
The Universal Quran
- The Quran was revealed in Arabic, and it remains unchanged and unaltered in its original form across the world.
- Despite translations into many languages, only the Arabic version is considered the true Quran.
- No two copies of the Quran anywhere in the world differ in any way, ensuring universal consistency in the practice of Islam.
The Hadith
- The Hadith is a collection of deeds and sayings of Prophet Muhammad and his followers.
- It serves as the second most important source of Islamic law, after the Quran.
- The Hadith plays a key role in the development of Shari'a (Islamic legal system).
- The Hadith guides aspects of daily life, ritual practices, and legal matters.
- Unlike the Quran, which was compiled under a central authority shortly after the Prophet's death, the Hadith was collected generations later, making its compilation more decentralized and complex.
Collections of Hadiths
- Around the 9th century CE, Muslim scholars began systematically collecting Hadith.
- The collected Hadiths were later known as the Kutub al-Sittah
- These collections are critical to Islamic theology, law, and everyday practices.
Kutub al-Sittah
- "Six Sahih Books"
- The two most respected collections among the Six Sahih are:
- Sahih al-Bukhari: Authored by Imam Bukhari (810-870).
- Sahih Muslim: Compiled by Muslim ibn al-Hajjaj' (c. 815-875).
Authenticity of Hadith
- The word sahih in these collections means "authentic" or "sound."
- The scholars painstakingly sifted through reports, distinguishing between authentic and unsubstantiated narratives.
- Reliability of narrators and the chain of transmission were carefully examined to validate the authenticity of the Hadith.
The Role of Hadith
- The Hadith provides critical details for practicing rituals and obligations, including the Five Pillars of Islam (Shahada, Salah, Zakat, Sawm, Hajj).
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Explore the foundational aspects of Islam, including its establishment in the 7th century CE and its status as the world's youngest major religion. This lesson also delves into the symbolism of Islam, specifically the star and crescent, as well as the geographical distribution of the Muslim population. Enhance your understanding of this rapidly growing faith and its cultural significance.
