OLevel Islamiyat: Life of Prophet in Madinah

These flashcards cover essential terms and concepts related to the life of Prophet Muhammad in Madinah.

Prophet Muhammad

The final prophet in Islam, who taught the monotheistic faith and spread the word of God in Madinah.

Madinah

The city in which Prophet Muhammad and his followers migrated, establishing a Muslim community.

Community

A group of individuals living in Madinah who embraced Islam and supported the teachings of Prophet Muhammad.

Exile

The act of leaving one's country or home; Prophet Muhammad and his followers faced exile from Makkah to Madinah.

Hijrah

The migration of Prophet Muhammad from Makkah to Madinah, marking the beginning of the Islamic calendar.

Constitution of Madinah

A formal agreement established by Prophet Muhammad outlining the rights and duties of the Muslim and non-Muslim communities.

Islamic Jurisprudence

The study and interpretation of Islamic laws that developed in Madinah during the Prophet's life.

Ummah

The global community of Muslims who share common religious beliefs, first established in Madinah.

Medinan Period

The phase of Prophet Muhammad's life characterized by the establishment of a Muslim society in Madinah.

Battle of Badr

The first significant battle between Muslims and Quraysh in which the Muslims achieved a decisive victory.

Prophet's Mosque

The mosque established by Prophet Muhammad in Madinah, which serves as a central place of worship for Muslims.

Judicial Authority

The power held by Prophet Muhammad to make legal decisions and settle disputes within the community.

Religious Tolerance

The acceptance of different religious beliefs, which was practiced during the Prophet's time in Madinah.

Believers

Those who accepted the teachings of Islam and followed Prophet Muhammad.

Pledges of Aqabah

Agreements made between the Prophet and the tribes of Khazraj and Aws in Madinah, establishing support for Islam.

Zakat

A form of almsgiving treated in Islam as a tax or charitable contribution, emphasized in Madinah.