The Muslim Community and the Rituals of the Five Pillars Flashcards
dose the Islam faith have a central authority, hierarchy, or priests
no
how is salvation achieved
through community
Wherever Muslims live, the rituals of the ________
bind them together.
five pillars
where do Muslims pray
the Mosque
when and how do Muslims preform the Friday prayer
midday, together at a mosque
what dose the imam do in the mosque
the imam leads the
congregation and gives a sermon that shows how the
Qur’an can be applied to everyday life
do most employers grand Muslims time off to pray on Friday
yes
who calls Muslims to pray five times a day
a prayer caller from the top of a tower beside or in the mosque.
describe the prayer hall
-The prayer hall is a large open area that is usually
carpeted
-Sometimes the hall is divided, with one section for
men and one for women
where must Muslims face while praying
in the direction of
Mecca (This direction is shown by an alcove or recessed
area)
