practices Flashcards
What is the first pillar of Islam?
Shahadah
What does the Shahadah declare?
The declaration of faith that there is no god but Allah and Muhammad is His messenger.
How many times a day are Muslims required to perform Salah?
Five times a day.
What is Wudu?
The ritual purification performed before Salah.
What is the significance of Jumah?
It is the Friday prayer, which is a congregational prayer held just after noon.
True or False: Shia Muslims pray five times a day.
True
What is the key difference in prayer between Sunni and Shia Muslims?
Shia Muslims combine certain prayers, allowing them to pray three times a day instead of five.
What is Dua?
Supplication or personal prayer to Allah.
What is Zakah?
The obligatory almsgiving or charitable donation in Islam.
What percentage of savings is typically given as Zakah?
2.5%
What is Hajj?
The pilgrimage to Mecca that every Muslim must perform at least once in their lifetime if able.
What is the significance of the Kaaba during Hajj?
It is the sacred structure Muslims face during prayer and is the focal point of Hajj.
Fill in the blank: The two main branches of Islam are ______ and ______.
Sunni and Shia.
What is the Arabic term for the call to prayer?
Adhan
How many days does Hajj take place over?
Five days.
What is the term for the fast during the month of Ramadan?
Sawm
What is the purpose of fasting during Ramadan?
To develop self-discipline, empathy for the less fortunate, and spiritual growth.
True or False: Wudu must be performed before every Salah.
True
What is the term for the night of power during Ramadan?
Laylat al-Qadr
What is the Arabic term for the community prayer on Fridays?
Salat al-Jumu’ah
What is the spiritual significance of Zakah?
It purifies wealth and helps those in need.
What is the term for the pilgrimage rituals performed during Hajj?
Manasik
Fill in the blank: The act of seeking forgiveness from Allah is known as ______.
Tawbah
What is the main objective of Salah?
To establish a connection with Allah and seek guidance.
