Islam Flashcards
Who was the founder of Islam?
Muhammad
Where and when was Muhammad born
Mecca in 570 AD
When did he become an orphan?
At age 6
What mountain did Muhammad visit on the Night of Power and Excellence.
Mount Hira
When did Muhammad visit Mount Hira
610 AD
Why did Muhammad visit Mount Hira
To find peace and be alone
Who appeared to Muhammad on Mount Hira
Angel Gabriel
What did Angel Gabriel say to Muhammad
Your Lord is the most Generous
Who was Muhammad’s first believer and follower?
His wife
Name of Muhammad’s wife?
Khadja
What is a prophet?
A person chosen to give people a message from God
Where did Muhammad start preaching?
Mecca
Where did Muhammad flee to
Medina
What is the journey Muhammad took from Mecca to Medina called?
Hijra
What does Hijra mark?
The beginning of Islam
Where was the first Muslim community born?
Medina
What happened when Muhammad returned to Mecca?
He returned with an army and took over Mecca
When did Muhammad die and at what age?
At 62 in 632AD
What is a creed?
A creed is a statement that sums up a religions deeply held Beliefs
What are the six main Muslim beliefs?
Belief in Allah, Belief in angels, Belief in the sacred text, Belief in prophets and Belief in a Day of Judgement.
Shahadah
Reciting the Muslim profession of faith
Salat
Praying five times a day
Zakat
Donating to charity
Sawm
Fasting during Ramadan
Hajj
Pilgrimage to Mecca
What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
Shahadah, Salat, Zakat, Sawm and Hajj.
What is the holiest month in the Muslim year?
Murrham
Name the two main Muslim festivals?
Eid Al-Fitr and Eid-ut-Adha.
