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Where was Islam founded?
Where was Islam founded?
- Mecca, in what is now the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (correct)
- Cairo, in what is now the Arab Republic of Egypt
- Jerusalem, in what is now the State of Israel
- Medina, in what is now the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
What is the translation of 'Allah'?
What is the translation of 'Allah'?
- The Prophet
- The Creator
- The God (correct)
- The Savior
In which region of Saudi Arabia was Muhammad born?
In which region of Saudi Arabia was Muhammad born?
- Najd region
- Asir region
- Tabuk region
- Hejaz region (correct)
When was Muhammad born?
When was Muhammad born?
Who took young Muhammad into his home after he was orphaned at age six?
Who took young Muhammad into his home after he was orphaned at age six?
Where did the Angel Gabriel (Jibril) first appear to Muhammad?
Where did the Angel Gabriel (Jibril) first appear to Muhammad?
What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
What event led Muhammad to lead his followers to Medina in 622?
What event led Muhammad to lead his followers to Medina in 622?
What was the occupation of the merchant who Muhammad approached for work?
What was the occupation of the merchant who Muhammad approached for work?
What was the message of Muhammad's teachings?
What was the message of Muhammad's teachings?
Study Notes
Early Life of Muhammad
- Islam was founded in Mecca, Saudi Arabia
- 'Allah' translates to "the one God" in Arabic
Birth of Muhammad
- Muhammad was born in Mecca, Saudi Arabia in 570 CE
- Muhammad was orphaned at age six and taken in by his uncle, Abu Talib
The Call to Prophecy
- The Angel Gabriel (Jibril) first appeared to Muhammad in a cave on Mount Hira
- Muhammad was 40 years old when he received his first revelation from Allah
The Hegira
- Muhammad led his followers to Medina in 622 CE due to persecution in Mecca
- This event is known as the Hijra or the Migration
Muhammad's Career
- Muhammad approached a merchant named Khadija for work, who later became his wife
Core Beliefs
- The Five Pillars of Islam are: Shahada (faith), Salat (prayer), Zakat (charity), Sawm (fasting), and Hajj (pilgrimage)
- Muhammad's teachings emphasized the oneness of God and the importance of living a virtuous life
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Test your knowledge about the founder of Islam and its origins in this informative quiz. Learn about the Prophet Muhammad and the history of Islam's beginnings in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
