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Islam

The monotheistic religion of Muslims.

Prophet

A person who speaks or interprets the words of God.

Muslim

A follower of the Islamic faith.

Qur'an

The holy book of the religion of Islam.

Mosque

A Muslim house of worship.

When was Muhammad born?

570 C.E.

Where was Muhammad born?

Mecca

What faith did Muhammad begin?

Islam

What was Muhammad known for as a trader?

He was very honest and trustworthy.

Who approached Muhammad in a cave?

An angel named Gabriel

What did Muhammad receive from Gabriel?

The call to be a messenger of God also known as a prophet

What did Muhammad teach about believers in God?

All believers in God are equal.

What did Muhammad teach about wealth?

The rich should share their wealth.

What did Muhammad teach about orphans and the poor?

Take care of orphans and the poor.

What did Muhammad teach about the status of women?

Improve the status of women.

What did Muhammad teach about hospitality?

Show hospitality to others.

What significant event happened in 622 C.E. in Muhammad's life?

He developed a Muslim community in Medina.

What happened in 630 C.E. regarding Mecca?

Muhammad captured Mecca and rededicated the Ka'bah to Allah.

What is the Night Journey in Muhammad's life?

He traveled by winged horse to Jerusalem to pray with Abraham, Moses, & Jesus, then traveled to heaven to meet with God.

What is the significance of the Dome of the Rock?

It is a symbol of Muhammad's Night Journey and makes Jerusalem holy for Muslims.

When did Muhammad die?

632 C.E.

What was the impact of Muhammad's death on the Arabian Peninsula?

By his death, the western half of the Arabian Peninsula had been converted to Islam.

Why did the Meccans persecute the Muslims?

Meccan leaders did not want to share their wealth

Why did the Meccans persecute the Muslims?

Leaders were worried that Muhammad would become too powerful and overthrow the government

Why did the Meccans persecute the Muslims?

Business owners were worried religious pilgrims would stop coming to Mecca and that would hurt business.

Why did the Meccans persecute the Muslims?

Many Arabs still believed in many gods and feared change.

How did Islam spread to other areas?

Muhammad convinced many people of his belief in one God through preaching and leading by example.

How did Islam spread to other areas?

The religion spread throughout the Middle East and North Africa as Muslim armies conquered new territories.

How did Islam spread to other areas?

Later, Islam spread through trade beyond the Middle East and Northern Africa

What happened after Muhammad's death in relation to leadership in the Islamic Empire?

After Muhammad's death, 4 caliphs ruled the Islamic Empire.

What caused the division among Muslims after the death of the 4th Caliph, Ali?

Muslims were divided over who would lead next.

What do Sunni Muslims believe about the next ruler after Muhammad?

Sunni Muslims believe the next ruler did NOT need to be a descendant of Muhammad.

What percentage of Muslims in the world are Sunni?

Currently around 85% of the Muslims in the world are Sunni.

What do Shi'ite Muslims believe about the next ruler after Muhammad?

Shi'ite Muslims believe the next ruler had to be a descendant of Muhammad.

Mecca

(Makkah)

Muhammad's birth city and a holy place of worship for Muslims.

Medina

The city that Muhammad moved to that became known as the "city of the prophet."

Ka'bah

A house of worship built by Abraham and used as a place of worship today. One of the Five Pillars of Islam is to make a pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in a Muslim's life.

Dome of the Rock

The shrine in Jerusalem which stands at the site where Muhammad ended his famous Night Journey.

Caliphate

Muslim government led by the caliphs (Muslim rulers).

Allah

The Arabic word for God

Hijrah

Muhammad's migration (622 CE) from Mecca to Yathrib (Medina) to escape persecution in Mecca