Middle ages (islam) Flashcards
1
Q
What is islam?
A
It is a monotheistic religion founded in mecca saudi arabia
2
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who is Muhammed?
A
He is the prophet for islam
3
Q
What do Muslims believe about Muhammed ?
A
They believe Gods angel , Gabriel spoke to him considered to be a prophet .
4
Q
What do they call God in islam?
A
Allah=God
5
Q
What are the five pillars ?
A
The five key practices that all Muslims are obligated to fulfill in their lifetime .
6
Q
What is the first pillar of islam?
A
1) Belief in one God
7
Q
what is the second pillar of islam?
A
2) prayer-prays five times a day facing the mecca
8
Q
what is the third pillar?
A
Charity - give to the poor
9
Q
What is the fourth pillar?
A
Fasting-no eating during the day in the holy month - ramadan
10
Q
What is the fifth pillar?
A
Hajj-pilgrimage to the mecca once .
