Islam

What does the root word of Islam mean?

Surrender or submission to God.

What are the four foundations of Islam?

Qur'an, Prophet Muhammad, Primary Teachings, and Umma.

What is the Qur'an?

The sacred text of Islam, meaning reading or recitation, considered the direct words of Allah.

What is the significance of Prophet Muhammad in Islam?

He is considered the most perfect human, the last prophet, and the 'Seal of the Prophets'.

What event marks the beginning of Muhammad's prophetic career?

The Night of Power and Excellence when Archangel Gabriel instructed him to recite.

What is the shahada?

The Islamic confession of faith: 'There is no God except Allah. Muhammad is the messenger of God.'

List the five requirements of Islam.

1. The confession of faith (shahada), 2. Prayer, 3. Fasting, 4. Almsgiving/wealth sharing, 5. Pilgrimage (hajj).

What is 'sawm'?

The month-long fast observed by Muslims from dawn to sundown.

What is the role of almsgiving in Islam?

Muslims are required to donate 2.5% of their income to charity.

How is Allah described in Islam?

The God of Islam, genderless, personal, and has 99 names.

What happened during Muhammad's night journey?

Muhammad was transported from Mecca to Jerusalem.

What are the five daily prayers in Islam?

Dawn/Sunrise, Midday, Late afternoon/Sunset, Sunset/End of Daylight, and Night.