Islam Flashcards
What was the time before Islam called?
Pre-Islamic Arabia.
What are the key events in the Prophet Muhammad’s life?
Migration to Medina, conflict with community, rebuilding the Kabah, the conquest of Mecca and the final Hajj pilgrimage.
Why is Muhammad the messenger of Allah?
Through divine revelation, Muhammad received the word of the Lord and scribed the Qu’ran.
Who were the first 4 rightly guided caliphs?
Abū Bakr (reigned 632–634), ʿUmar (reigned 634–644), ʿUthmān (reigned 644–656), and ʿAlī (reigned 656–661).
What are the 6 principal beliefs of Islam?
Belief in one God (Tawhid), Belief in angels (malaikah) Belief in holy books (kutub), Belief in the prophets (nubuwwah), Belief in the Day of Judgement and the afterlife (Akhirah), Belief in predestination (Al-Qadr).
What are the 2 sacred texts of Islam?
The Qu’ran (definitive word of Allah) and the Hadith (a collection of narratives and laws of Allah).
What are the 5 core ethical teachings of Islam?
The Qur’an, the Sunna and Hadith as well as ‘ijma’ consensus among religious leaders and ‘qiyas’ comparison with teachings of the Qur’an or Hadith.
What are the 5 pillars of Islam?
The declaration of faith (shahada), prayer (salah), alms-giving (zakat), fasting (sawm) and pilgrimage (hajj).
Qur’an quote on the importance of the Qur’an.
“It is a guide, a Mercy, and a Glad tidings to all Muslims.”
Quote on the importance of the belief of Tawhid (the oneness of God).
“And who is it that governs all? And they will surely answer. It is God.”
Quote on Muhammad as a model for Muslim life.
“Indeed you are a great moral character.”
