Muhammad & Religion Flashcards
What are the three major monotheistic religions?
Judaism, Christianity, Islam
These religions are characterized by the belief in a single, all-powerful God.
Who is considered the patriarch of the three monotheistic religions?
Abraham
Abraham is a significant figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
What is the term for God in Judaism?
Yahweh
Yahweh is often represented as the covenantal name of God in the Hebrew Bible.
What is the term for God in Islam?
Allah
Allah is the Arabic word for God, used by Muslims worldwide.
Who are the main prophets in Christianity and Islam?
Jesus, Muhammad
Jesus is central to Christianity, while Muhammad is the final prophet in Islam.
What is the significance of Jesus in Christianity?
Messiah
Jesus is believed to be the savior and the son of God in Christian doctrine.
What are the sacred texts of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?
Torah, Bible, Qur’an
These texts contain the teachings and laws of each respective religion.
What are the places of worship for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?
Synagogue, Church, Mosque
Each religion has its own designated place for communal worship and prayer.
What was Muhammad’s message aimed at restoring?
True Arabia (Tradition)
Muhammad sought to return society to its foundational principles of justice and equity.
What is considered the base of society in Muhammad’s teachings?
Justice
Justice is a key principle in Islamic teachings and social structure.
Fill in the blank: Wealth should be _______ according to Muhammad’s teachings.
distributed
This emphasizes the importance of charity and helping those in need.
Who were the first followers of Muhammad?
Women, slaves, poor people
These groups faced societal challenges and were among the earliest to embrace Islam.
Who were the main detractors of Muhammad’s message?
Men, rich people
The wealthy and powerful often resisted the reforms Muhammad advocated.
What significant action did Muhammad take against idols in Mecca?
Destroyed them
This act was part of his efforts to purify the worship of God.
What is the Hijrah?
The migration from Mecca to Medina
This event marks a significant turning point in Islamic history.
What does the term ‘segregation’ refer to in the context of Muhammad’s teachings?
Koreancoto
This term may refer to the social divisions that Muhammad sought to challenge.
True or False: Muhammad was not persecuted during his early ministry.
False
Muhammad faced significant opposition and persecution in Mecca before migrating.
What year is associated with the Hijrah?
622 CE
This marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar.
