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What does the word Islam mean?
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"submit to the will of God"
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What are the followers of Islam called?
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Muslims
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What is the Quran?
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The Quran is the most important book of Islam. It contains the story and teachings of Islam.
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Who was Muhammad?
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a boy born in the oasis city of Mecca
mother died and he was raised by an uncle married a wealthy widow named Khadija changed the history of Arabia when he became a Prophet of Allah founder of Islam whose words are recorded in the Quran |
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What is the Kaaba?
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Mecca's temple - it was like the Pantheon of Rome
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Why did Muhammad and his followers leave Mecca?
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disagreement between Muhammad and city leaders
Muhammad criticized the Meccan's way of life and their belief in many gods |
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What does hijra mean?
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Arabic for "migration" - major turning point in Islamic history
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What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
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the five basic duties of all Muslims
1-the belief in one God and that Muhammad was Allah's prophet 2-prayers offered 5 times a day 3-giving to those in need 4-fast during the holy month of Ramadan 5-to visit Mecca once in their lives if they can afford it |
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What is a pilgrimage?
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a journey for religious purposes
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What customs do nearly all Muslims practice today?
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honor the end of Ramadan with a joyful
feast wear new clothes to celebrate the beginning of the month following the long fast millions of Muslims make a pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca women teach children about the Quran son & daughters memorize large parts of the Quran |