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What strategy did Muhammad use to unite the Arabian tribes under Islam?
What strategy did Muhammad use to unite the Arabian tribes under Islam?
- Preach and persuade individuals
- Diplomatic negotiations
- Military alliances
- Convert or die (correct)
Who became the first caliph after Muhammad's death?
Who became the first caliph after Muhammad's death?
- Umar
- Zaid
- Uthman
- Abu Bakr (correct)
What significant action did Uthman take during his caliphate?
What significant action did Uthman take during his caliphate?
- Expanded the Islamic empire to India
- Promoted the teachings of the Hadith
- Established the first mosque in Mecca
- Chosen Zaid's version of the Quran and burned others (correct)
What year did the Muslim armies stop advancing into France?
What year did the Muslim armies stop advancing into France?
Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?
Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?
During which caliph's rule was the Quran compiled into a single version?
During which caliph's rule was the Quran compiled into a single version?
How often are Muslims required to pray each day?
How often are Muslims required to pray each day?
What percentage of their savings must Muslims give as charity each year?
What percentage of their savings must Muslims give as charity each year?
What is the significance of the Ka’aba in Islam?
What is the significance of the Ka’aba in Islam?
What does the term 'Hadith' refer to in Islam?
What does the term 'Hadith' refer to in Islam?
What are the five moral responsibilities that all Muslims are expected to follow?
What are the five moral responsibilities that all Muslims are expected to follow?
What does the term 'abrogation' refer to in the context of the Quran?
What does the term 'abrogation' refer to in the context of the Quran?
Who is considered the successor to Muhammad?
Who is considered the successor to Muhammad?
What is the meaning of the term 'jihad'?
What is the meaning of the term 'jihad'?
What does 'Shariah' represent in Islamic practices?
What does 'Shariah' represent in Islamic practices?
What year marks Muhammad's flight from Mecca to Medina?
What year marks Muhammad's flight from Mecca to Medina?
What is the primary purpose of Shariah Law?
What is the primary purpose of Shariah Law?
Which statement correctly describes the differences between Sunni and Shia Muslims?
Which statement correctly describes the differences between Sunni and Shia Muslims?
What is required for Muslims to attain salvation according to their beliefs?
What is required for Muslims to attain salvation according to their beliefs?
How did Muhammad initially react to his revelations?
How did Muhammad initially react to his revelations?
Which of the following best describes the Christian understanding of God?
Which of the following best describes the Christian understanding of God?
What is the significance of Uthman’s Quran?
What is the significance of Uthman’s Quran?
What do Christians believe about Jesus in contrast to some Muslim beliefs?
What do Christians believe about Jesus in contrast to some Muslim beliefs?
Which of the following statements about the Quran is true?
Which of the following statements about the Quran is true?
How do Christians view the method of advancing their beliefs compared to some Muslim views?
How do Christians view the method of advancing their beliefs compared to some Muslim views?
Where do Muslims believe is a special place for worship?
Where do Muslims believe is a special place for worship?
What percentage of the world's Muslims are Shia Muslims?
What percentage of the world's Muslims are Shia Muslims?
What do Christians believe is necessary for forgiveness of sins?
What do Christians believe is necessary for forgiveness of sins?
What role does the Hadith play in Islam?
What role does the Hadith play in Islam?
Which of the following pairs share a common belief about God's role as a judge?
Which of the following pairs share a common belief about God's role as a judge?
According to Muslim beliefs, who do they believe is unnecessary for salvation?
According to Muslim beliefs, who do they believe is unnecessary for salvation?
What is one of the roles Christians believe they are called to fulfill?
What is one of the roles Christians believe they are called to fulfill?
Flashcards
Islam
Islam
A monotheistic religion founded by Muhammad, meaning 'submission'.
Muslim
Muslim
One who submits to the teachings of Islam.
Quran
Quran
The holy book of Islam, containing Allah's revelations to Muhammad.
Ka’aba
Ka’aba
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Hadith
Hadith
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Caliph
Caliph
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Shariah (Law)
Shariah (Law)
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Five Pillars of Islam
Five Pillars of Islam
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Muhammad's return to Mecca
Muhammad's return to Mecca
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Convert or Die Strategy
Convert or Die Strategy
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First Caliph
First Caliph
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Zaid's Quran Assembly
Zaid's Quran Assembly
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Second Caliph
Second Caliph
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Uthman's Leadership
Uthman's Leadership
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Battle of Tours
Battle of Tours
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Muslim view of salvation
Muslim view of salvation
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Christian view of salvation
Christian view of salvation
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Triune God
Triune God
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Nature of Jesus in Islam
Nature of Jesus in Islam
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Nature of Jesus in Christianity
Nature of Jesus in Christianity
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Jihad in Islam
Jihad in Islam
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Christian mission
Christian mission
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Worship location
Worship location
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Hajj
Hajj
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Sunni Muslims
Sunni Muslims
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Shia Muslims
Shia Muslims
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Muhammad's Revelations
Muhammad's Revelations
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Study Notes
Vocabulary and Definitions
- Islam: A monotheistic religion founded by Muhammad
- Muslim: A follower of Islam
- Quran: The holy book of Islam, believed to contain Allah's revelations to Muhammad
- Abrogation: A cancellation of laws by authority, often used to explain seeming contradictions in the Quran
- Kaʼaba: A cube-shaped shrine in Mecca, considered the holiest site in Islam
- Allah: The Islamic name for God
- Hadith: A saying or tradition of Muhammad
- Yahweh: The Hebrew name for God
- Caliph: A successor to Muhammad as leader of the Islamic community
- Mosque: A Muslim house of worship
- Jihad: To strive, struggle, or exert effort (both spiritually and, in some interpretations, physically)
- Shariah (Law): Islamic religious laws governing all aspects of Muslim life
People in Islam (Timeline)
- Muhammad (570-578): Born, mother and grandfather died young, taken in by uncle Abu Talib, married Khadijah, received revelations leading to Islam
- Abu Bakr (578-632): Married, claimed Gabriel Cave visions (received recitations from God) near Mecca, fled Mecca to Medina and fought against idol worshippers
- Umar (Omar) (634-644): Became the second caliph upon Abu Bakr's death, spread Islam through conquests, assassinated
- Uthman (644-656): Became the third caliph upon Umar's death, compiled a version of the Quran, assassinated
- Muslim Armies (656-732): Continued Islamic conquests to India, Morocco, and Spain, stopped at the Battle of Tours
The Five Pillars of Islam
- Confession of Faith (Shahada): There is no God but Allah, and Muhammad is His Prophet
- Prayer (Salat): Five times a day, facing Mecca
- Giving (Zakat): Charity to the poor and needy
- Fasting (Sawm): During Ramadan, abstaining from food and drink from dawn till dusk
- Pilgrimage (Hajj): A trip to Mecca for those who are able
Important Islamic Concepts
- Sharia Law: Islamic religious laws encompassing all aspects of Muslim life
- Quran: The primary source of guidance for Muslims and the most important text
- Islam and Christianity Shared Beliefs: Some common ground between the religions regarding the creation of the universe, humanity, and God as lawgiver
Other Significant Islamic Information
- Shia Muslims: Make up approximately 12% of the world's Muslims worldwide; believe the caliph should be a descendant of Muhammad
- Sunni Muslims: Make up approximately 80% of the world's Muslims; believe the caliph should be elected
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