What is Ka’bah?
Kaaba, also spelled Kaʿbah, is a small shrine located near the centre of the Great Mosque in Mecca and considered by Muslims everywhere to be the most sacred spot on Earth.
What is Ummah?
Umma (also ummah) is that Arabic term for “nation”. In reference to Islam, ummah refers to the whole Muslim world, or the community of believers.
What is the Quraish tribe?
Muhammad was born into the most powerful tribe in Mecca, the Quraish, who were powerful because they were successful merchants
What is the first pillar of Islam?
Shahadah: The belief in one God, and in Muhammad’s prophet hood
Who is Allah?
God, the creator (same God for Christians, and Jews)
What do angels do in Islam?
God’s work throughout the universe
What do Muslims believe about Judgment?
When you die, you will be judged based on what good and bad you have done in your life. Depending on how you are judged, you will go to Heaven or Hell.
What is Salat?
Daily ritual prayer in Islam - Salat is the second pillar of Islam
How often must Muslims pray?
5 times a day
What is the third pillar of Islam?
Zakat - charity
Why do Muslim people give to charity?
The Qua’ran says that wealthy people should share their fortune (2.5% of it)
What is the fourth pillar of Islam?
Siyam - Fasting (performed during the month of Ramadan)
What does Ramadan encourage and teach?
Generosity, equality, charity, self control, practicing forgiveness
What is the fifth pillar of Islam?
Hajj - The pilgrimage to Mecca that Muslims are expected to make yearly
What are the six basic beliefs of Islam?
- Belief in one God (monotheism)
- Belief in angels
- Belief in God’s books
- Belief in the prophets or messengers of God
- Belief in the day of judgment
- Belief in God’s plan (divine decree)
