muslim symbols

Question 1

WHAT IS SYMBOLISM?

Answer 1

The process of giving new and different meaning to objects, sounds, words, actions or gestures.

Question 2

what does the moon and crescent symbolize ?

Answer 2

Some believe that the crescent moon represents the moon that light the travelers’ ways at night and the star that guide them.

Question 3

what does the dome symbolize?

Answer 3

The dome of the masjid is a symbol of the reign of Allah over the whole world. The dome represents the skies that are stretched over the earth.

Question 4

Shahadah symbolize ?

Answer 4

confession of faith

Question 5

what does zakat symbolize?

Answer 5

Zakat means purification. It can be achieved by giving charitably the amount of 2 ½ per cent of disposable income.it is a religious duty.it must be paid every year.

Question 6

what does the salah symbolize?

Answer 6

Prayer (Salah) is a very important symbol for Muslim. It is required that a Muslim must pray five times a day.

Question 7

what the saum symbolize ?

Answer 7

(Fasting) in Islam is the practice of abstaining, usually from food, drink, smoking, and sexual activity during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan

Question 8

what does the hajj symbolize?

Answer 8

The pilgrimage to Makkah must be undertaken at least once in a lifetime by any physically fit Muslim who can afford to do so. It reminds them that earthly prejudice and personal pride mean nothing because all will be equal on the day on judgement.

Question 9

Symbolism of Hajj-Sacrificing an animal

Answer 9

this reminds the pilgrim of the story of Abraham, who was willing to sacrifice his son.

Question 10

Symbolism of Hajj- Stoning statan

Answer 10

Stoning Satan (Iblis)- throwing pebbles at the rock symbolizes the pilgrim’s commitment to fighting evil in his or her life.