Islamic Modesty Practices and Ramadan

In Islam, dressing and behaving in a way that avoids drawing unwanted attention.

A type of Muslim head covering that covers the hair and neck, leaving the face visible.

Foods that are allowed to eat in Islam.

The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, during which Muslims observe a fast.

The meal that Muslims have after sunset to break their fast during Ramadan.

A spiritual struggle or effort that Muslims make for Allah.

A lunar calendar based on the moon's orbit around the Earth. It has 12 months, but is shorter than the Gregorian calendar by about 11 days, making Muslim festivals start earlier each year.

The act of abstaining from food, drink, and other activities during daylight hours in Ramadan. It's a way for Muslims to connect with their faith, practice self-discipline, and think of those less fortunate.

The belief that God has a plan for everything, including history and our lives. It emphasizes that we have free will and a choice to follow God's path.

A significant event in Islam that marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting. It involves charitable giving, prayers, festive meals and gift exchange.

The last prophet in Islam according to Islamic belief, to whom the Quran was revealed through the angel Gabriel.

The central text and scripture of Islam, believed to be the literal word of God revealed to Muhammad.

The belief that everyone will be judged for their actions in life after death.

Angel Gabriel is the chief angel, while Shaitan (Satan) is a fallen angel.

The belief that heaven and hell exist as destinations after life based on the final judgment.

The 12th month of the Islamic calendar, in which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset. The Night of Power marks the first revelation received by Muhammad. It is a time of spiritual reflection and reading the Quran.

A belief system that emphasizes the worship of a single, divine God.

The shared spiritual heritage of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, tracing back to the patriarch Abraham.

A set of beliefs that provide a structured framework for a religion. They are based on experiences, myths, and interpretations of sacred texts.

The ethical teachings and guidelines within a religion, outlining right and wrong behavior. They are often derived from sacred texts or teachings of religious leaders.

A formal religious practice or ritual performed individually or collectively. They represent a way to connect with the divine and build a community around shared experiences.

The principle of treating others the way you would want to be treated. It emphasizes empathy and mutual respect.

The shared belief in one God by Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. They all worship the same single God, though they may refer to him by different names (Yahweh, God, Allah).

Sacred scriptures that are considered holy by Christians, Jews, and Muslims. These texts contain stories, laws, and teachings that guide their faith and practices.

Treating others according to their individual preferences and needs, valuing their unique perspectives.

The belief that one's own culture is superior to others, often judging other cultures based on one's own standards.

The belief that all cultures should be respected in their own contexts, acknowledging that cultural practices and values are relative.

Open communication and exchange between individuals or groups from different faiths to promote understanding, respect, and cooperation.

A deeply personal relationship with the sacred or divine, involving individual experiences and beliefs.

The collective ideas, customs, and social behavior of a particular group.

The belief that the existence of God or the divine is unknown or unknowable.

A worldview that places the universe or nature at the center, often focusing on humanity's relationship with the cosmos.

A powerful figure in a cult who controls and manipulates members through a self-created belief system and rules.

Religious practices based on ancient beliefs, emphasizing a deep connection to the natural world, spirits, and ancestors.

Government-funded institutions that forced Indigenous children into assimilating European culture by separating them from their families, banning their languages, and eradicating their culture.

The practice of passing down Indigenous traditions, knowledge, and cultural practices through storytelling, songs, ceremonies, and community involvement.

Authentic religions, led by respected religious figures, follow established rules and traditions found in sacred texts, encouraging moral behavior aligned with societal values.

Belief systems of authentic religions, based on age-old teachings, allow for individual interpretation and understanding of spirituality and ethics.

Cults often rely on a leader's extreme or strange beliefs, demanding complete agreement and suppressing dissenting opinions.

A cleansing ritual using sacred plants like sage, cedar, or sweetgrass to purify individuals, spaces, or objects.

A sacred ritual practiced by Plains Indigenous groups involving dancing, singing, fasting, and physical endurance to honor the Creator, the Earth, and the spirits.

The belief that all elements of nature, including animals, plants, rocks, and natural forces, have spirits or life forces.

A mischievous and unpredictable figure in many Indigenous cultures, often teaching valuable lessons through their actions.

A spiritual healer and guide who communicates with the spirit world, often seen as intermediaries between humans and spiritual beings.

A central deity or force in many Indigenous belief systems, often seen as the creator of all life and the guiding force of the universe.

The elements or forces that sustain life: earth, air, fire, water, and spirit. Often viewed as interconnected and sacred.

A central figure in the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, bringing peace to warring tribes and establishing a system of governance based on cooperation, peace, and mutual respect.