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Islam

Islam. Islam Basics. Founder: Mohammed (prophet) Year : around 630 CE Origin Region: Arabia God(s): Allah Sacred Writing(s): Koran and Hadith Leader on Earth: Caliph and Imam Place of Worship: Mosque. Mosque. History and Story of Islam.

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Islam

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  1. Islam

  2. Islam Basics Founder: Mohammed (prophet) Year: around 630 CE Origin Region: Arabia God(s): Allah Sacred Writing(s): Koran and Hadith Leader on Earth: Caliph and Imam Place of Worship: Mosque

  3. Mosque

  4. History and Story of Islam • In 610 CE, Mohammed received a message from Allah to re-establish the true religion of Abraham (Jewish and Christian faiths) and spread the belief of 1 God to other Arabs (who were polytheists). • He recorded the revelations of Allah in the Koran. http://www.history.com/videos/principles-of-islam#who-was-muhammad http://www.history.com/videos/principles-of-islam#allahs-messenger-and-the-koran • Mohammed was not well received by other Arabs and was forced to flee from Mecca to Medina (Hijra)

  5. History and Story of Islam • In Medina, he became a powerful political and religiousleader • He returned to Mecca with a strong armyand recaptured the holy city, establishing Islamas the main religion in the Arab world.

  6. History and Story of Islam • The ancient shrine in Mecca, the Kaaba, became the centre of the Islamic world. • The Islamic religion spread throughout the Middle East, northern Africa, and southern Europe. • During the Medieval time, the Crusadesslowed the spread of Islam. • The Islamic religion split into two sects: Sunnites (elect their leaders) and the Shi’ites (who have a descendentof Mohammed as their leader).

  7. Main Teachings and Beliefs Monotheist – belief in 1god (Allah) Believe the Koranis the true message of Allah Allah is loving but on Day of Judgement, they will go to Heavenor Hell based on whether they obeyed and submitted to Allah’scommands. Believe Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Mohammed were all prophets(Mohammed last prophet) The Jewish and Christian scriptures are legitimate sacredwritings but they have been corruptedby the followers.

  8. Main Teachings and Beliefs 5 Pillars of Islam – Muslims must follow: Shahadah - creed “There is no god but Allahand Mohammed is his messenger” Salat – prayers 5times/day Zakat – give alms to the poor Siyam – holy fast from sunrise to sunset during the month of Ramadan Haj – pilgrimage to Meccaonce in a lifetime (if able) http://player.discoveryeducation.com/index.cfm?guidAssetId=8BA4C427-4B9F-4CFC-9BFE-404C9F122FB7&blnFromSearch=1&productcode=US

  9. Islamic Traditions & Celebrations • Ramadan – 9th month of the Islamic calendar when the Koranwas revealed to Mohammed; most holyand blessed month; fasting from sunrise to sunset and extra prayers (purify the soul and make self-sacrifices) http://www.history.com/videos/history-of-ramadan#history-of-ramadan • Eid al-Fitr – three day celebration that marks the end of Ramadan; big feasts and giving of gifts

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