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What is meant by the term Shahadah?
The declaration of faith in Islam
What does the Shahadah reflect?
That Islam is a monotheistic religion
What are the words of the Shahadah?
"There is no God but Allah and Muhammad is his messenger."
By saying the words of the Shahadah, what do Muslims show?
Their commitment to the whole relationship of Allah
How often do Muslims recite the Shahadah?
At various points within their lives
Do the words of the Shahadah vary?
Yes, but the message is still the same
What is the Muslim call to prayer known as?
Adhaan
What are the first words a new born baby hears?
The Shahadah
What ear is the Shahadah whispered into when a baby is born?
Right ear
What should a baby's first taste be?
Something sweet
Why is a baby's first taste something sweet?
Prophet Muhammad believed it helps with tiny digestive systems.
What rite of passage is completed 7 days after a baby is born?
Aqeeqah
Why is ta lamb or goat sacrificed at an aqeeqah?
To give thanks to Allah for the gift of a child.
When is the Shahadah said during an Aqeeqah?
During the sacrifice of the goat or lamb.
What book suggests that the Aqeeqah is a recommended practice for Muslims?
The Hadith
Why is aqeeqah significant?
It was practiced by the early patriarchs (leaders of Islam)
What Prophet is associated with aqeeqah?
Prophet Ibrahim
The rituals associated wit aqeeqah can be seen as what?
A child's initiation into the lessons of tawhid.
How does a person become a Muslim?
They say the Declaration of Faith which is essentially the Shahadah
How many times does a person declare the Shahadah to become a Muslim?
3
Is the Shahadah recited during a marriage service?
Yes
What way should the soles of your feet face when death is approaching?
in the direction of Mecca
What does saying the Shahadah when approaching death?
You reconfirm your belief in Allah, Prophet Muhammad and the Day of Judgement. It is a demonstration of submitting to Allah.
Is the Shahadah developed when saying it approaching death?
Yes, it is a version designed to help those passing from this life to the afterlife.
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