Random vocab Flashcards
Muhammad’s example (something Muslims try to follow in their daily lives)
Sunnah
Names of the archangels
Jibril, Izra’il and Mika’il.
The criminal is losing something,
e.g. freedom if imprisoned, money, time, etc.
Retribution
E.g. water, food, shelter and the right to a fair trial.
Human rights
A type of punishment that involves taking
the life of a criminal who has committed a serious crime.
Capital punishment or the death penalty
A ritual where Muslims wash their face, arms, head and feet. This is done
before performing Salah. This is to ensure Muslims are physically and spiritually clean.
Wudu
Every Friday afternoon, a special prayer takes place, usually in a
mosque.
the Jummah prayer
(The Night of Power) is considered to be the holiest night for most Muslims as it
is believed this was the night the Qur’an was revealed to Prophet Muhammad.
Laylat al-Qadr
Considered the
‘House of Allah’ (which is the holiest place in the world for Muslims)
Ka’ba
Pilgrims have an animal sacrificed.
Id-ul-Adha
Satan
Shaytan
The spiritual struggle against evil temptations and the struggle to be a good
Muslim.
Greater Jihad
The physical struggle against injustice or defending Islam.
Lesser Jihad
‘Festival of Sacrifice’. It is a
celebration that remembers the sacrifice of Prophet
Ibrahim when Allah commanded him to sacrifice his
son. Muslims celebrate this day because it reminds
them of the importance of developing faith and trust
in Allah. There is a special Id prayer that is performed,
and charity is given, usually through the distribution
of meat.
Id-ul-Adha
‘Festival of breaking the fast’ and takes place the day after Ramadan ends. It is a
celebration that marks the completion of Sawm (fasting). There is a special Id prayer that is
performed, and charity is given
Id-ul-Fitr
