Untitled Flashcards Set

Ka’ba

A cube-shaped structure in Mecca believed to be built by Abraham and Ishmael; it is the most sacred site in Islam.

Qur’an

The holy book of Islam, believed to be the word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.

Hijrah

Muhammad’s migration from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE, marking the beginning of the Islamic calendar.

Hajj

The pilgrimage to Mecca that Muslims must try to make once in their life, if able; one of the Five Pillars.

Hadith

Collections of sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad that guide Islamic life alongside the Qur’an.

Shahadah

The declaration of faith: 'There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is His Messenger.'

Sawm

Fasting during the month of Ramadan; one of the Five Pillars.

Zakat (or Zakah)

The act of giving alms (charity) to the poor; one of the Five Pillars of Islam.

Mecca

The birthplace of Muhammad and Islam’s holiest city; home to the Ka’ba.

Medina

The city Muhammad fled to during the Hijrah; the first Islamic state and home of the first mosque.

Ummah

The global Muslim community, united by faith.

Mosque

A Muslim place of worship and community gathering.

Salah

The ritual of praying five times a day facing Mecca; one of the Five Pillars.

Prophets

Messengers chosen by Allah to guide humanity; Muhammad is the final prophet.

Abraham (Ibrahim)

Considered a key prophet in Islam who built the Ka’ba.

Eid al-Adha

An Islamic festival commemorating Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son.

Life of Muhammad

Key events include his birth in Mecca, revelations, Hijrah to Medina, and return to Mecca.

Monotheism

The belief in a single God, which Muhammad preached.

Islamic Community

The community established by Muhammad in Medina.

Five Pillars of Islam

The core beliefs and practices in Islam: Shahadah, Salah, Zakat, Sawm, and Hajj.

Absolute Monotheism

The belief in the oneness of God as declared in the Shahadah.

Devotion and Discipline

Reflected in Salah through structured daily worship.

Social Equality

Promoted by Zakat through caring for the poor.

Self-discipline in Ramadan

The purpose of Sawm to develop empathy and spiritual focus.

Unity in Hajj

Symbolizes humility and a fresh start in one’s relationship with Allah.

Sacred Mecca

Birthplace of Muhammad and site of the Ka’ba, the direction of prayer.

Significance of Medina

The first Muslim city where the Islamic community was solidified.

Purpose of a mosque

A place for prayer, community events, learning, and spiritual connection.

Significance of the Qur’an

The final and complete revelation from Allah, serving as the ultimate guide for life.

Reverence for the Qur’an

Shown by reciting it in Arabic, handling it with respect, and memorizing its verses.