Islamic History and Contributions

The holy book of Islam, believed to be the word of God as revealed to Muhammad.

Muslims pray five times a day, facing the Kaaba in Mecca.

Abu Bakr, a close companion and father-in-law of Muhammad, was the first caliph, leading the Muslim community after Muhammad’s death.

Hajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, that all Muslims must perform if capable.

The Abbasid dynasty moved the Muslim capital to Baghdad, marking a shift in cultural and intellectual focus.

Fasting during Ramadan is indeed one of the Five Pillars of Islam.

Muhammad taught equality among all people, emphasizing social justice.

Al-Khwarizmi, indeed an Islamic scholar, is credited with the invention of algebra. Algebra comes from 'al-jabr'.

Followers of Islam are called Muslims.

Astronomy was a significant field of study in Islamic history.

The Islamic leader after Muhammad’s death is called a 'caliph'.

Muslims fast during the holy month of Ramadan.

The Five Pillars include giving to the poor, known as Zakat.

One of the most famous Islamic literary works is 'One Thousand and One Nights'.

The capital of the Abbasid dynasty was Baghdad.

Islamic scholars contributed significantly to mathematics and medicine.

'Shahada' means 'testimony' or 'declaration of faith'.

Prayer in Islam is important as it is a direct communication with God and is one of the Five Pillars of Islam.

Rumi expressed faith and love in his poetry.

The Abbasid dynasty moved the capital to Baghdad to be at the center of trade routes.