Islam Quiz Study Guide

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Mecca

A city in Saudi Arabia, the holiest site in Islam, birthplace of Prophet Muhammad, and destination for the Hajj pilgrimage.

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Ka’ba

Cube-shaped building in Mecca, holiest site in Islam, focal point for Muslim prayer and Hajj pilgrimage.

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Medina

City in Saudi Arabia where Prophet Muhammad and followers emigrated, marking the beginning of the Islamic calendar.

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Pact of Medina

Agreement by Prophet Muhammad in Medina, establishing a multi-religious Islamic community.

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Hijra

Migration of Prophet Muhammad and followers from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE.

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Battle of Badr

Significant battle in 624 CE between early Muslims of Medina and Quraysh of Mecca.

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Battle of Uhud

Battle in 625 CE between Muslims and Quraysh, resulting in Muslim defeat.

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Qira’ut

Various methods of reciting the Quran with unique phonetic and rhythmic characteristics.

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Dar al-Islam

Lands under Islamic rule where Muslims can practice their religion freely.

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Dar al-Harb

Regions not under Islamic rule where Islamic law does not prevail.

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Jihad

In Islam, encompasses inner spiritual struggle and external defense or promotion of Islam.

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Mohammed’s Final Sermon

Sermon by Prophet Muhammad during his final pilgrimage, outlining key Islamic principles.

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Umma

Global community of Muslims bound by their common faith.

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Abu Bakr

First Caliph of Islam, successor to Prophet Muhammad, played a significant role in early Islamic community.

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Quran

Holy book of Islam, believed to be the literal word of God revealed to Prophet Muhammad.

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Hadith

Collections of sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad, used as a source of Islamic law and guidance.

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5 Pillars of Islam

Shahada, Salat, Sawm, Hajj, and Zakat

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Sunni and Shiites

Two main branches of Islam with differences in beliefs and practices.

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Zakat

Form of charity in Islam, one of the Five Pillars.

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Abbasid Caliphate

Major Islamic caliphate known for cultural and scientific achievements during the Islamic Golden Age.

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Baghdad

Capital city of the Abbasid Caliphate, renowned for contributions to knowledge, science, and culture.

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Translation Movement

Intellectual movement during the Abbasid era translating texts into Arabic.

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Algebra

Field of mathematics developed by al-Khwarizmi during the Abbasid era.

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Astrolabe

Ancient astronomical instrument used for celestial navigation.

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Ulama

Scholars in Islam responsible for interpreting religious texts and making religious and legal rulings.

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