Culture Test: Islamic Empire

First pillar

declaration of faith

second pillar

pray 5 times a day

third pillar

charity

fourth pillar

fasting

fifth pillar

pilgrimage to Makkah

How does monotheism apply to Islam?

the first pillar affirms that all Muslims must believe in one god (Allah)

Goal of Jihad

to overcome challenge

whats the Qur’an

describes God’s laws and moral teachings. It is a sacred, holy book and stays untouched.

whats the Sunnah?

is the example that Muhammad set for Muslims about how to live.

What role did the Islamic Empire play in cultural diffusion in the medieval world? 

Has been around different cultures to blend them and get others to convert.

3 examples of advancments

1. built dams

2. established first hospitals

3. spread the Chinese craft of papermaking