In the Name of the God (Allah) Most Merciful Most Compassionate

1. In the Name of the God (Allah) Most Merciful Most Compassionate

2. Islamic Greeting Al Salamu alaykum (Peace be upon you) Saudi Arabia

3. Introduction to Islam Ayman Alzaatreh

4. Muslim Population

5. Muslim Population by Region

6. Numbers of Mosques in United States The US Mosque Survey 2011 counted a total of 2,106 mosques; as compared to the year 2000 when 1,209 mosques were counted — representing a 74% increase from 2000.

7. What is Islam? Islam: “Surrender and submission to the God” Muslim: “One who submits to the God” Madison Ave, NY

8. If we break down the meaning of Islam, then we need 6 English words to describe it: • Surrender • Submission • Obedience • Sincerity • Peace • Tranquility

9. God (Allah) Angels Revealed Messengers Revealed Books Day of Judgment Pre-destination Beliefs and Principles Six Pillars of Faith: Kaba: Mecca, Saudi Arabia

10. Belief in God • Tawheed (Monotheism) Say: He is Allah the One and Only; Allah is the eternal absolute; He neither begets nor is begotten; Nor is there to Him any equivalent.". Surah (Chapter) 112

11. Belief in Angels • Gabriel (Archangel): Was Responsible for Transmitting the Qur’an to the Prophet • Many Others

12. Adam Noah Abraham Ishmael Isaac Solomon David John the Baptist Zechariah Moses Jesus Mohammed Some of Prophets of Islam Istanbul, Turkey

13. Some of Revealed Books • Torah (Moses) • Zaboor (David) • Gospel (Jesus) • Qu’ran (Mohammed)

14. The Qur’an • The Muslim Holy Book. • Revealed to Prophet Mohammed over a twenty three year period. • It is the word of God. • Delivered by the angel Gabriel.

15. Miracle of The Qur’an The miracle of the Quran is that will remain without changing until the day of judgment. Allah says in the Quran: “ Verily we: It is we who have sent down the Dhikr (The Quran) and surely, we will guard it (from corruption)”

16. More Miracles of the Quran • With power did We construct heaven. Verily, We are expanding it. (51:47) • Have not those who disbelieved known that the heavens and the earth were one connected entity, then We separated them?... (21:30) • He is the one who has set free the two kinds of water, one sweet and palatable, and the other salty and bitter. And He has made between them a barrier and a forbidding partition. (25:53) • http://islamyesterday.com/science/

17. Fatiha

18. Translation of Surah Fatiha In the name of Allah Most Gracious Most Merciful. Praise be to Allah the Cherisher and Sustainer of the Worlds. Most Gracious Most Merciful. Master of the Day of Judgment. Thee do we worship and Thee aid we seek. Show us the straight path. The way of those on whom Thou hast bestowed Thy Grace Those whose (portion) is not wrath and who go not astray. Surah (Chapter) 1

19. God’s Relationship With Humanity When my servants ask thee concerning Me, I am indeed close (to them); I listen to the prayer of every suppliant when he calleth on Me; Let them also with a will listen to My call and believe in Me; that they may walk in the right way. 2:186 Faisal Mosque: Islamabad, Pakistan

20. Quran on Race Relations O mankind! We created you from a single (pair) of a male and a female and made you into nations and tribes that ye may know each other (not that ye may despise each other). Verily the most honored of you in the sight of Allah is (he who is) the most righteous of you. And Allah has full knowledge and is well acquainted (with all things). 49:13

21. Quran on Religious Freedom Let there be no compulsion in religion. Truth stands out clear from error; whoever rejects evil and believes in Allah hath grasped the most trustworthy hand-hold that never breaks. And Allah heareth and knoweth all things.(2:256) Those who believe (in the Qur'an) and those who follow the Jewish (Scriptures) and the Christians and the Sabians and who believe in Allah and the last day and work righteousness shall have their reward with their Lord; on them shall be no fear nor shall they grieve. 2:62 New Mexico, USA

22. The Prophet Muhammad's(PBUH) Last Sermon After praising & thanking GOD he said: "O People, lend me an attentive ear, for I know not whether, after this year, I shall ever be amongst you again. Therefor listen to what I am saying to you very carefully & TAKE THESE WORDS TO THOSE WHO COULD NOT BE PRESENT HERE TODAY. O people, just as you regard this month, this city as sacred, so regard the life & property of every Muslim as a sacred trust. Return the goods entrusted to you to their rightful owners. Hurt no one so that no one may hurt you. Remember that you will indeed meet your LORD, and that HE will indeed reckon your deeds. Beware of Satan, for the safety of your religion.

23. The Prophet Muhammad's(PBUH) Last Sermon O people it is true that you have certain rights with regard to your women, but they also have rights over you. Remember that you have taken them as your waives only under ALLAH's trust & with His permission. If they abide by your right then to them belongs the right to be fed & clothed in kindness. Do treat your women well & be kind to them for they are your partners & committed helpers. O people, listen to me earnest, worship your LORD, do your five daily prayers, fast during the month of Ramadan, & give your wealth to Zakat(Charity). Perform Hajj (Pilgrimage) if you can afford to.

24. The Prophet Muhammad's(PBUH) Last Sermon All mankind are from Adam & Eve, an Arab has no Superiority over a non-Arab nor a non-Arab has superiority over an Arab; ALSO a white has no superiority over a black nor a black has any superiority over white except by piety & good action. Learn that every Muslim is a brother to another Muslim & that the Muslims constitute one brotherhood. Remember, one day you will appear before the GOD & answer for your deeds. So beware, do not stray from the path of righteousness after I am gone. O people, NO PROPHET OR APOSTLE WILL COME AFTER ME & NO FAITH WILL BE BORN. Reason well, therefor, O people, understand words which I convey to you. I leave behind me two things, The QURAN & my examples the Sunnah & if you follow these you will never go astray.

25. Day of Judgment • Belief in Hereafter. • Accountability for how one lived life. • Accountability for one’s actions. • Balance of both good and bad deeds. BAD GOOD

26. The 5 basics of Islam SHAHADAH - Declaration of faith SALAT - Five compulsory daily prayers ZAKAH- Welfare distribution SAWM - Fasting in Ramadhan HAJJ - Pilgrimage to Makkah

27. Shahadah (Declaration of Faith) • Believe that there is nothing worthy of worship except the God, and Mohammed (Peace Be Upon Him) is His last messenger.

28. Meaning of Shahadah Allah is He, than Whom there is no other god;- Who knows (all things) both secret and open; He, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.Allah is He, than Whom there is no other god;- the Sovereign, the Holy One, the Source of Peace (and Perfection), the Guardian of Faith, the Preserver of Safety, the Exalted in Might, the Irresistible, the Supreme: Glory to Allah! (High is He) above the partners they attribute to Him.He is Allah, the Creator, the Evolver, the Bestower of Forms (or Colours). To Him belong the Most Beautiful Names: whatever is in the heavens and on earth, both declare His Praises and Glory: and He is the Exalted in Might, the Wise.(59:22-24)

29. Salat (Prayer) • Worship 5 times a day Fajr: pre-dawn Zuhr: noon Asr: mid-afternoon Maghrib: after sunset Isha: night • Qibla (Facing Mecca) • Adan (Call to prayers) • Jummah (Friday Congregational Prayers)

30. Zakat (Charity) • Eligible Muslims pay alms, on an annual basis that helps to “purify” their wealth. • Funds collected are distributed to the poor, orphans, and needy in society. • Zakah consists of giving 2.5% of one’s accumulated wealth.

31. Saum (Fasting) • Cannot eat from dawn to sunset • Muslims fast during the month of Ramadan • Fasting helps Muslims: • O ye who believe! fasting is prescribed to you as it was prescribed to those before you that ye may (learn) self-restraint. 2:183 • Ramadan is the (month) in which was sent down the Qur'an as a guide to mankind also clear (Signs) for guidance and judgment (between right and wrong). So everyone of you who is present (at his home) during that month should spend it in fasting but if anyone is ill or on a journey the prescribed period (should be made up) by days later. Allah intends every facility for you He does not want to put you to difficulties. (He wants you) to complete the prescribed period and to glorify Him in that He has guided you; and perchance ye shall be grateful. 2:185

32. Hajj (Pilgrimage) • Must be performed once in a lifetime if financially and physically capable. • Many of the Rites of Hajj Commemorate the trials of Prophet Abraham and his family. • About 3 millions people perform the Hajj annually. Mecca Saudi Arabia

33. Islamic Holidays • Eid ul- Fitr (end of Ramadan) • Commemorates the end of fasting. • Eid ul- Adha (10th day of the month of Hajj) • Commemorates the Hajj and the sacrifices of Prophet Abraham

34. Religious Rituals Prayer Fasting Pilgrimage Etc. Mundane Acts Business Dealings Marriage Contracts Criminal Justice Medical Ethics Etc. Islamic Law

35. Sources of Islamic Law Quran: Verbatim revealed word of God. Considered 100% authentic. Hadith: The sayings and practices of the Prophet. Not considered 100% authentic. Authenticity of individual Hadith are criticized and rated from indisputable to forgery. Five Principle Objectives Religion Life Intellect Honor Property Islamic Law Madina, Saudi Arabia

36. Dietary Restrictions • For meat to be permissible it must be slaughtered from a person who believed of existence of the God. • Meat in the United States meets this requirement. • Some Muslims, however, will not eat meat unless it has been slaughtered by a Muslim. • Such meat is usually termed Halal. Not permitted: • Pork based products: including gelatin (kosher gelatin is okay) • Alcohol products: including in cooking

37. Addressing Stereotypes

38. Lack of Information about Islam • Reason why people connect Islam with violence • Christianity is not judged by the actions of a few of its followers because people know Christianity and Christians. • Timothy McVeigh • The KKK, Nazis, Skinheads • Ethnic Cleansing by the Serbs • Branch Dividians • Abortion center bombers • *Crusades

39. Jihad • The Act of Struggling and Persevering. • Struggling to better oneself • Struggle to overcome adversity • Adversity tests ones virtues. • Jihad is for example fighting to remain patient when patience is difficult not when it is easy. • My standing before you is an example of Jihad.

40. Jihad • Fight in the cause of God those who fight you but do not transgress limits; for God loveth not transgressors. 2:190 • If they seek peace, then you seek peace. And trust in God for He is the One that hears and knows all things. 8:61

41. Modesty in Islam • Islam values modesty as integral to societal morality. • Muslims see the exploitation of sexuality or sexual imagery, especially feminine sexuality, as clear evidence for the need for modesty. • Modesty in Islam applies to both men and women. • Modesty consists of both appearance and actions.

42. Hijab as Sign of Modesty • Muslim men and women dress in accord with the rules of modesty. • Muslim women cover their hair in accordance to the Quran. • Muslim women who cover their hair do not regard it as a sign of oppression but one of liberation from being judged purely on physical qualities. • Those who wear hijab should be treated with respect.

43. Further References Brief Introduction: • www.islam-brief-guide.org General Islamic Website: • www.ilovezakirnaik.com/videos/index.htm • www.islam.org Council on American Islamic Relations • www.cair-net.org Great Collection of Links: • www.jannah.org History of Islamic Sciences: • users.erols.com/zenithco/

44. Q & A