PRE vocab Flashcards
What is the Arabic word for God used by Muslims?
Allah
Allah is the term used in Arabic to refer to God, central to Islamic belief.
What does the term ‘Islam’ literally mean?
To surrender to God’s will
Islam emphasizes submission to the will of God.
What is a person who follows the religion of Islam called?
Muslim
The term ‘Muslim’ denotes an individual who practices Islam.
What is the language of Islamic worship?
Arabic
Arabic is the language in which the Qur’an was revealed.
What is the Qur’an?
The Muslim scripture
The Qur’an is considered the literal word of God as told to Muhammad.
What belief does monotheism represent?
Belief in one God
Monotheism is a foundational concept in Islam.
What is the name of a Muslim place of prayer?
Mosque
Mosques serve as places of worship and community gathering for Muslims.
What does ‘Iman’ mean?
Faith - believing from the heart
Iman is the inner conviction in one’s faith.
What is ‘Ihsan’ in Islam?
Perfecting your character and actions
Ihsan emphasizes moral excellence and good character.
What are the five daily ritual prayers in Islam called?
Salah
Salah is a fundamental practice in the life of a Muslim.
What is the Shahadah?
The declaration of Muslim belief
It states: ‘There is no god but God and Muhammad is his Messenger.’
What is the daylight fast during the month of Ramadan called?
Saum
Saum involves fasting from dawn until sunset during Ramadan.
What is Zakah?
The charity tax of 2.5% paid by Muslims
Zakah is an obligation for Muslims to assist those in need.
What is Hajj?
The pilgrimage to Makkah
Hajj is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and must be performed at least once in a lifetime by Muslims.
What is Makkah known for?
The holiest city in Islam containing the Kaaba
Muslims face the Kaaba during prayers.
What does ‘Ibadah’ refer to?
An act of worship in Islam
Ibadah encompasses all acts performed with the intention of pleasing God.
What does ‘Ummah’ mean?
The Worldwide Muslim community
Ummah highlights the unity and collective identity of Muslims.
What is the hijab?
A head covering worn by many Muslim women
The hijab represents modesty and privacy in Islamic culture.
What is ‘Lesser jihad’?
The use of physical force to struggle against oppression
War is considered a last resort in this context.
What is ‘Greater jihad’?
The struggle in life to develop personal virtues
Greater jihad focuses on self-improvement and moral integrity.
What does ‘Spoken jihad’ refer to?
The struggle to speak out against oppression
This involves advocating for justice and truth, even in difficult circumstances.
What is humility?
The characteristic of being modest
Humility involves recognizing one’s limitations and valuing others.
What does gratitude mean in an Islamic context?
The characteristic of being thankful
Gratitude is important for acknowledging God’s blessings.
What does compassion entail?
Caring for others and being concerned about their suffering
Compassion is a key value in Islamic teachings.
