Islam

Question 0

What is the “key figure” for a Muslim?

Answer 0

The “key figure” for a Muslim is the “crescent moon and stars.”

Question 1

What does “Islam” mean?

Answer 1

Submission or Submitter

Question 2

List the “five core beliefs” of a Muslim:

Answer 2

1) the oneness/unity of Allah
2) the prophets/Messengers of Islam with primacy on Muhammad
3) the scriptures with primacy on the Qur’an
4) angelic activity
5) the day of resurrection and final judgement

Question 3

List the “Five Pillars of Islam:”

Answer 3

1) the confession of faith (shahadah)
2) the contact prayers (Salat)
3) charity (zakaf)
4) fasting (sawm)
5) pilgrimage (hajj)

Question 4

Describe Islam’s “plan of salvation:”

Answer 4

A Muslim’s plan of salvation is entering paradise on judgement day, and escaping hell with the emphasis on the submission to Allah as demonstrated by strict adherence to the five pillars