Living the Muslim Life vocab Flashcards
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Capitalism
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The economic system adopted by most western governments
2
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Dar-ul-Islam
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The abode of Islam/lands ruled by the Shari’ah
3
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Greater jihad
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Struggle to overcome evil in one’s own life
4
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Lesser jihad
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Struggle in the cause of Islam to overcome injustice in society
5
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Halal
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That which is permitted or lawful
6
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Haram
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That which is forbidden or unlawful
7
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Aqiqa
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The birth ceremony for Muslim children
8
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Sadaqah
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Voluntary payment of charity or good acts of charity
9
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Madrasah
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Qur’anic school attached to the mosque
10
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Hijab
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The headscarf worn by Muslim women
11
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Riba
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Any form of lending or borrowing money at interest
12
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Janazah prayers
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The special Salah used at funerals
