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What does the term 'Islam' literally mean?

  • Faithfulness
  • Guidance
  • Peace
  • Submission to God (correct)

    • Muhammed was born in Medina.

    False

    What is the significance of the Night of Power and Excellence in Islam?

    It is the night when the Qur'an was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.

    Islam's calendar begins with the ______________, the migration of Muhammad to Medina.

    <p>Hijra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following prophets with their significance in Islam:

    <p>Isa = Son of Mary and regarded as a prophet Ibrahim = Considered a father of many prophets Ishmael = Son of Abraham celebrated during Eid-al-Adha Moses = Receiver of the Torah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key element of the Sunnah?

    <p>Life practices of the Prophet Muhammad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Muslims believe in original sin as described in the biblical story of Adam and Eve.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the title 'Seal of the Prophets' refer to?

    <p>It refers to Muhammad being the last prophet in Islam.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Allah is considered to be ______________, meaning that He does not possess gender.

    <p>genderless</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following events is expected to occur on the Day of Judgment?

    <p>Mahdi will appear alongside Isa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main belief of Shia Islam regarding leadership after Muhammad's death?

    <p>Only members of Muhammad's family can lead.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sunnis represent approximately 15% of the Islamic population.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Imam in Islam?

    <p>The Imam is a prayer leader and delivers the Friday sermon called the kutbah.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ is the call to prayer in Islam.

    <p>Adhan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their correct definitions:

    <p>Caliph = Successor to Prophet Muhammad Fatwa = Legal opinion or decree Wudu = Ritual washing before prayer Sunnah = Practices of Prophet Muhammad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes 'Ummah'?

    <p>The Muslim community.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Minaret is an architectural feature used to call people to prayer.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Qiblah in a mosque?

    <p>It indicates the direction to the Ka'ba in Mecca.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    __________ is the spiritual struggle or holy war in Islam.

    <p>Jihad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Sunnism from Shi'ism?

    <p>Sunnis believe in the legitimacy of Abu Bakr as the first caliph, while Shi'ahs believe Ali was designated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of Muslims according to the pillar of sharing wealth?

    <p>Zakat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ramadan occurs during the first month of the Islamic calendar.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the English translation of the Muslim declaration of faith?

    <p>There is no deity but God, and Muhammad is the messenger of God.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The fifth pillar of Islam, which involves a pilgrimage to Mecca, is known as __________.

    <p>Hajj</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Islamic practices with their descriptions:

    <p>Zakat = The obligation to give to charity Hajj = Pilgrimage to Mecca Salah = Daily prayers Ramadan = Month of fasting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is often cited by critics regarding Muslim perspectives on women?

    <p>Modesty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Intoxicants are allowed in Islam, provided they are used in moderation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify two modern nations whose government is based on Shari’a.

    <p>Saudi Arabia and Iran</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Holy Month of fasting is called __________ in Islam.

    <p>Ramadan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'jihad' primarily mean?

    <p>Holy war or personal struggle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Islam Review

    • Islam's Meaning: Submission to God.
    • Qur'an Structure: Classical Arabic; contains Psalms of David, Torah of Moses, Gospels of Jesus, and other scrolls.
    • Qur'an Meaning: That which is meant to be read.
    • Muhammad's Birth: 570 AD, Mecca.
    • Night of Power and Excellence: The night the Qur'an was revealed to Muhammad.
    • Hijra: Muhammad's journey from Mecca to Medina, marking the start of the Islamic calendar.
    • Seal of the Prophets: Muhammad is considered the final prophet in Islam.
    • Sunnah: Moral code, actions, and teachings of Muhammad.
    • Allah's Gender: Genderless; unlike any earthly being, omnipotent, and omniscient.
    • Islamic Prophets (besides Muhammad): Jesus (Isa) and Abraham (Ibrahim).
    • Ishmael: Son of Abraham, almost sacrificed, significant in Islam.
    • Muslim Interpretation of the Garden of Eden: Regular story, but no original sin.
    • Day of Judgment Expectations: Mahdi's appearance, false messiah, sun rising from the west, trumpet call, gathering of all people, weighing deeds, crossing a bridge to heaven.

    Additional Teachings and Practices

    • Muslim View of the Natural World: Essential and must be cared for, as the creator is in all creation
    • Umma Inclusion: Religious beliefs and practices.
    • Sharia Law Countries: Saudi Arabia, Iran
    • Muslim Declaration of Faith: "There is no god but God, and Muhammad is the messenger of God" (with an addition for Shia muslims stating that Ali is the custodian of God.)
    • Daily Prayer (Salah): Facing Mecca, bowing, following the sun's cycles.
    • Ramadan: Ninth month of the Islamic calendar, fasting from dawn to dusk.
    • Muslims view of Women, three contentions: modesty, general freedoms, inheritance laws and roles.
    • Requirements of Sharing Wealth(Zakat): A system for charity.
    • Hajj: Pilgrimage to Mecca.
    • Care of the Body Teachings: No intoxicants, no cruel treatments to animals, and no Pork.
    • Jihad: Holy war, or spiritual struggle.
    • Imam: Prayer leader, generally confident and wears a head covering.

    Islamic Sects (Sunni and Shia)

    • Sunni Islam (85%): Belief that Muhammad did not specify a successor. Supported Abu Bakr as the main caliph.
    • Shia Islam (15%): Believe in an infallible imam, and that Muhammad designated a successor.

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    Test your knowledge on key concepts of Islam, including the life of Muhammad, the significance of the Qur'an, and major Islamic beliefs. This quiz covers essential themes such as the Night of Power, Hijra, and other important figures in Islam. Discover how much you know about this major world religion.

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