Islamic Colonialism Quiz (13th Century to Present)

Study Notes

Islam's influence in the region of Sulu dates back to the 13th century.
Sayyid Abubakar, from Arabia, arrived in the Philippines.
He married Princess Paramisu, the daughter of Rajah Baguinda.
Abubakar became the first Sultan of Sulu.
He introduced the Quran, established the Sultanate of Sulu, and created the first Sulu code of laws, known as the Diwan.
He built a house of prayer and founded a religious school, Madrasa.
Natives from Zamboanga and Basilan converted to Islam.
Islam became a religion and way of life for the people of Mindanao, particularly the Tausug, Maranao, Maguindanao, Yakan, Samal, and Badjao, along with parts of Palawan.

Filipino Muslims see themselves as part of the Ummah (community of believers).
God should not be equated with other beings or concepts.
Islamic art, influenced by Tawhid, shows a focus on contemplation of the divine.

Geometric figures: Islamic art often employs geometric shapes.
Arabesque: This is an ornament style using intertwined lines, floral and sometimes animal patterns to create an intricate design.
Calligraphy: Islamic art values calligraphy, the artistic practice of writing. This is usually found in decorative forms.
Mihrab: A semi-circular niche in a mosque wall that faces Mecca, signifying the unity of the Islamic community.
Buraq: A legendary winged horse, with a woman's face, related to the prophet Muhammad's journey to heaven. A sculpture of Buraq shows indigenous Filipino embellishments.
Okir: A traditional Filipino art form that uses geometric and floral patterns often seen in mosques.
Batik: A cloth dyeing technique originating in Indonesia. It utilizes abstract and geometric designs, and is common in the Philippines.
Houses of Filipino Muslims: These homes often feature framed calligraphy from the Quran.

Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mosque: Located in Cotabato City, this is the largest mosque in the Philippines.
Taluksangay Mosque: Located in Zamboanga City.
Al-Dahab Mosque: Located in Manila.