Islam Flashcards
1
Q
How old is it?
A
1,500 years old
2
Q
Founder?
A
Prophet Muhammad
3
Q
Symbol?
A
Crescent Moon and Star ☪️
4
Q
Where did it originate?
A
Mecca
5
Q
Sacred Text?
A
Qur’an
6
Q
Places of worship?
A
Mosque
7
Q
What are the festivals?
A
- Eid al-Fitr
- Eid al-Adha
8
Q
What is Eid al-Fitr? How is it celebrated?
A
- End of Ramadan
- Visiting a Mosque
- Meeting friends and family, and giving presents
- It lasts for 3 days
9
Q
What is Eid al-Adha? How is it celebrated?
A
- End of Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca)
- Going to Mosque to sacrifice an animal ( a goat, sheep, cow or camel)
- To reflect the Prophet Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son (Isaac) foe God
10
Q
How do Muslims break their fast?
A
- Adham (call to prayer)
- They eat a date and drink water