Islam Flashcards
What is a “Muslim”
Someone who submits or obeys
How many names are their for “Allah”?
99 beautiful names
Name three other names for “Allah”
The Light
The Judge
The Avenger
Why do you think Allah is given the name “All Powerful”?
Because he is powerful enough to create and erase anything. He is extremely powerful as Muslims believe that he creates The Earth, everything and everyone on Earth (Omnipotent)!
What does the “Declaration of Faith” sum up?
The key beliefs of a Muslim
What is The First Pillar Of Islam?
Shadahah
When do Muslims recite the “Shahadah”
Muslim recite the “Shahadah” every day
When are the main events in life when Muslims hear or recite the “Shahadah”?
Muslims recite or hear the Shadahah as soon as they are born and as they are dying
What is the Second Pillar Of Islam?
Salah
What Is Salah the Arabic word for?
Prayer
What does “Islam” mean?
Submission
How many times should Muslims pray every day?
Five times every day
Why should Muslims pray five times a day?
To show discipline and dedication to Allah
What is the name for the special Call to Prayer?
An Adhan
What does an Adhan remind?
Muslims to pray
Who is the person that does the call to prayer?
The Muezzin
Where will the Call To Prayer take place in Muslim countries?
The roof of the Mosque
Does Prayer have to take place in a Mosque? If not where can it take place?
No, it can take place anywhere as long as the person and the place are clean.
What will Muslims often use to pray and how does this item help?
A prayer at to ensure he place is clean
Where do Muslims face towards?
Mecca/Makkah
What is Makkah to Muslims?
Their Holy City
What is the direction to Makkah named?
The Qibla
If a Muslim is not in a Mosque when praying, what will they use to help them find the right direction?
A compass
What is the special ritual named that Muslims prepare themselves before Prayers?
Wudu or Wuzu
When praying what do Muslims do?
Muslims follow a sequence of movements along with quotations from the Qur’an.
What is the name for each Cycle during prayers?
Raka’at
What happens at the end of each cycle?
A Muslim prostrates himself or herself (lying stretched on the ground)
What does prostrating show?
To show Muslims totally accept the Will of Allah
Why do Muslims perform Wuzu before they pray?
So they can be cleansed of Sin; Muslims have to be respectful and humble as they will be in the presence of Allah
Why do Muslims have a set of actions they go through each time they pray?
So they do not make up and accidentally offend Allah with a bad or fake sequence. They have a set that respects Allah and shows they are part of the Ummah.
What is symbolized by the fact that all Muslims pray at the same time, the sam direction, in the same way and using the same words?
To show Allah their respect at once and to show they their connection with each other around the world, it also shows they all worship one place which i Holy as they connect at the Ka’bah.
Why is Prayer one of the 5 Pillars Of Islam?
Because you need prayer to worship and get closer to Allah, unlike Charity Tax that makes you closer to others.
What are the times of day that Muslims pray?
Dawn, Mid-day, Afternoon, Sunset and Night-time
How many times do Muslims have to visit Makkah?
Once in their whole life (At least)
What do Muslims visit in Makkah?
The Great Mosque, The Mina and camp for three, The Plain Of Arafut, Circle the Ka’bah seven times visit the Muzdalifah and The Mount of Mercy.
What do Muslims pack to go to Makkah?
Two sheets of White Cotton (Ihram), an umbrella to protect themselves from the heat and Sandals
What does the Ihram show?
Respect and equality
What should Muslims NOT show?
Wealth as the Ihram is the clothing that makes everyone equal
Why do Muslims go on the Hajj?
To repent their sins and to show obedience and respect to Allah. It also vanquishes the Devil from their life as Allah’s reward from the Hajjis preventing the Devil from controlling them.
What do Muslims use to live?
Natural resources
What do Muslims additionally do in Makkah?
Visit the Five Pillars Of Islam go to where the Qur’an was presented by Muhammad, avoid the Devil, circle the Ka’bah seven times and maybe even kiss it, moreover going to worship in a Mosque in Saudi Arabia
What do Muslims drink from in Makkah?
The Well Of ZamZam
What are the Ten Commandments?
The Ten Commandments are the rules that God chose and gave to Moses. The Ten Commandments are kept in The Ark Of The Covenant that Moses placed the two slabs of stone in.
What is Charity Tax in Arabic? What Pillar Of Islam is it?
The third Pillar Of Islam is named Zakat
What is the named for Hajj in English? Which Pillar Of Islam is it?
The fifth Pillar Of Islam is named Pilgrimage
What is the fourth Pillar Of Islam and what is it’s name in Arabic and English?
Fasting = English Saum = Arabic
What is the purpose of Hajj?
To show Allah respect and that you can wishtand the temptation of The Devil. God will reward you by removing your sins.
What do Male Muslims pack?
Ihram, sandals and an umbrella
What do females pack to Makkah?
Head Veils, sandals and simple cloths
What is the prupose of all men and women wearing the same clothes as the same gender?
To show purity, equality and it does not let men or women wear any disrespectful clothing
What must you NOT do during the Hajj?
Trim nails or hair, wear any jewelry, perfume or any scented soap
Why can you not trim you nails or hair etc. on Hajj?
Because you have to present yourself spiritually and not physically.
Why can you only wear simple clothes on the Hajj?
Everyone must be equal, even if they are rich or poor
If Muslims are close or far from the Ka’bah, what action do they perform?
If close, Muslims kiss the Ka’bah
If far, Muslims raise their hands
How large is the Ka’bah?
10 meters wide and 15 meters long
Who created the Ka’bah?
Ishmael and Abraham (Thought)
What do Muslims do at Maqam Ibrahim?
Run seven times between two hills to remember how Ibrahim’s wife ran between the two hills looking for her baby son, Hajar. Muslims drink from The Well Of ZamZam as Ishmael dug his toes in the well.
What happens at Arafat and where is it?
20 kilometers rom Makkah. They stand before Allah (Wuquf). They ask Allah to forgive their sins. The pilgrims stand from midday until sunset. They think of Allah the whole time. This is the most important part and lastly they travel to Muzdalifah for evening prayers.
What is Israel’s second holiest city?
Medina
What indicates which Mosque wall points towards Mecca
Mihrab
What book contains the saying of The Prophet?
The Hadith
Define the term “Halal”
Meat prepared as prescribed by the Muslim law
Define the term “Haram”
Forbidden food as prescribed by the Israel law
What are the Muslim rules for relationships?
Muslims are not allowed to have a relationship as a teenager
Muslims should not mix with the opposite gender until they are teenagers
Muslims cannot go out alone for boys
Parents should choose a Muslims partner when they want to get married (arranged marriage)
Where was Muhammad (pbuh) born?
In Makkah
What does the term “Polytheists” mean?
You believe in many Gods
As Muhammad grew up he began to believe in Monotheism?
What does this mean?
You believe in one God
How did Muhammad come to having this belief?
Muhammad was meditating in a cave when an angel came to him with the words of God
What was Muhammad’s representation as a young man?
Peaceful, kind, calm and loving were the words to describe Muhammad’s reputation
Why was Muhammad concerned about the people in Makkah?
Because they got drink, they stole and treated their children like animals
What was the name of the city shrine in which 360 idols were kept and about which Muhammad was particularly concerned?
Kabah
What is the name of the angel who appeared to Muhammad’s vision?
Gabriel
What happened during Muhammad’s vision?
Gabriel the angel told him to recite, however he found it difficult. After a while he could say the words that God had said
What is believed the Qur’an contains?
The words revealed to Muhammad during his vision
What was the name of the mountain that Muhammad would meditate on and had his famous vision?
Mount Jabal-An-Nour
How did the majority of people in Makkah react to Muhammad and his followers?
They threw stones at Muhammad
Why did Makkah they react like this?
Because they believed differently
Where did Muhammad and his followers eventually have to flee toin 622CE?
They fled south
Who do Muslims think Muhammad was?
A messenger
What are the two things that Muhammad taught his followers to do in their everyday lives?
A) Wash before you pray
B) Treat everyone fairly
What does the term “The Less Jihad” mean?
Physical struggle or war
What are the aims or goals during “The less Jihad” if violence has to be used?
It must be authorized by a Muslim authority, it must be though with a minimum amount of suffering, innocent civilians mus not be attacked, it should aim for peace and freedom, it should be a last resort if non-violent methods have been used and it should e fought in a case of injustice.
What does the Arabic word “Islam” mean?
Peace
What does “Salaam aleikum” mean?
May peace be with you
What does “Jihad” mean?
Struggle
What does the term “The Greater Jihad” mean?
The struggle than Muslims should face within themselves in order to make themselves better Muslims
Name some examples of “The Greater Jihad”
Fighting against desires such as greed and envy
Doing good deeds
Visiting the mosque regularly and studying the Qur’an
Helping the poor and needy
Being a good friend and neighbour
What is the reward of “The Greater Jihad”
The Greater Jihad bring a believer closer to God
Why do Muslims believe that war or armed force is never the right response?
Peace ad reconciliation is at the heart of Islam and the teaching of the Qur’an
Modern weapons (especially nuclear weapons) cannot possibly be used in a way that is compatible with the Muslim rules about fighting in a war - innocent civilians will always be injured and killed
Non - violent methods are the only way to achieve peace in the end- there are always different ways to try and people should persevere
Violence only leads to more violence even if the ‘enemy surrenders’. War only increases hatred and distrust between bith sides and therefore never leeds to lasting peace.
Muslims believe that under what rules should they fight?
. The Qur’an teaches that Muslims must fight if they are attacked
. Muhammad himself fought in wars
. Many of the statements of Muhammad (Hadith) permit Muslims to fight in Just wars
. The Qur’an teaches that anyone who dies in a just war will go straight to heaven
What are the paths to God?
The Lesser Jihad and The Greater Jihad
Name three Muslim countries
Iran, Saudi Arabia and Iraq
What are the three names given to the different branches of Islam?
Sunni, Shia and Sufi
What does “Sunni” mean?
Sunni means “The one who follows the traditions of the Prophet”
What does “Shi’a” mean?
“The Party Of The Ali”
What are three beliefs that all Muslims share?
God is their only God who is Allah, they are monotheist and they all repeat Shadahah
Name on different belief between Sunni and Shi’a
One different belief between Sunni and Shi’a are that they follow different parties, e.g. Party Of The Ali and Party Of The Prophet. another difference between Sunni and Shi’a are that each division is found in different countries.
Who believes that Muhammad (pbuh) is Allah’s final prophet?
Sunni, Shi’a or both?
Both
Who believes elected leadership by the community should be the best way to find a new leader?
Sunni, Shi’a or both?
Sunni
Who believes that you become a leader because you are born of / related to the previous leader?
Sunni, Shi’a or both?
Shi’a
When Muhammad (pbuh) died in the year 632 CE the best person to lead the Muslim community was his friend and advisor Abu Bakr? Does Sunni, Shi'a or both believe this?
Shi’a
Who believes in Tawhid (belief in one God)?
Sunni, Shi’a or both?
Both
Who believes that Imams are seen as saints and you can go on a pilgrimage to their tomb and ask them for divine help?
Sunni, Shi’a or both?
Shi’a
Which division is mainly found in Saudi Arabia, South East Asia, China, South Asia, Africa, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Turkey and Syria?
Sunni, Shi’a or both?
Sunni
Which of the divisions are mainly found in Iran, Iraq, Bahrain and Azerbaijan?
Sunni, Shi’a or both?
Shi’a
Who believes that The Qur’an is a Revelation from Allah (God) and is the book with the most authority
Both
What does “Pbuh” mean?
Peace Be Upon Him - it’s what is written after Muhammad’s name to show respect and reverence
What is “ The Sunnah “ ?
Muhammad’s teachings on the way of life including all forms of how to behave, commands and actions. Sunnah means “Clear Path”. In the Sunnah you find Muhammad’s practices which have been passed on by a community from generation to generation
What is the “Hadith”?
The Prophet Muhammad’s sayings about how to live as a Muslim, passed down through word of mouth. Hadith’ means a report, tale or story
What is a “Caliph”?
The name given to the leader of the Ummah - entire Muslim community
What is an “Iman” ?
The name given to the religious / spiritual leader of a local Muslim community - leads worship in a Mosque
Are people allowed to draw pictures of Allah?
No, it is an abusive act to draw a picture of Allah or a prophet
What happened after Muhammad (Pbuh) died?
Islam split into three main divisions
What are the three main division of Islam?
Sufi, Sunni and Shi’a
What are the percentages of the amount of people divided into each division of Islam?
Sunni - 84%
Shi’a - 15%
Sufi - 1%
What does the term “Islamaphobic” mean?
Discrimination to Muslims and Islamaphobic also mean “The fear of Muslims and Islam”
Name reason why the UK misunderstand Islam
Ladies from Islam are liberated
Husband provides for the family
Not all Muslims are extremists (Fundamentalists)!
Why does the UK not understand Islam?
That female Muslims wear head scarfs
Why is the Qur’an important?
The Qur’an is important because it represents Allah’s revelation to Muhammad. Another reason is it shows Muslims to follow the right path in worshipping Allah. Muslims learn from the Qur’an about religious aspects and a positive personality.
What do you have to do before Wudu?
Take your shoes off
What is the style of writing in a Mosque
Calligraphy
What are Caliphers?
Islamic state rulers (Carried on Religion)
What does throwing seven stones at each pillar of the Hajj do?
Resist the devil
What is the Hadith?
The Hadith is the sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad
Why is the Hadith important to Muslims?
The Hadith contains the teachings and sayings of the Prophet Muhammad that explains the teachings of the Qur’an.
Why is the Hadith not as important as the Qur’an?
The Hadith is not as important as the Qur’an because the Hadith only explains the teachings of the Qur’an where as the Qur’an contains the teachings of Allah
What is the “Sirah” and what is the “Sunnah”?
The Sirrah is the book which are the things that people reported about Muhammad (It is not as important as the Hadith). The Sunnah is when the Hadith and The Sirrah are placed together
What is the “Ummah” and how does it work locally?
The local Muslims will meet together in homes and at the Mosque. he act as advisors.
Why do Muslims believe the Ummah is so important?
The Ummah gives a sense of family and belonging as you share a common interest with all other Muslims. It gives them the feeling of unity.
Give an equation for The Holy Books for Muslims
Ummah = Sunnah = Hadith + Sirah = Qur’an
