Story of Muhammad
Where was Muhammad born?
Mecca
What is a caliph?
The spiritual leader of an Islamic community, leading after Muhammad.
What is cultural diffusion?
The spread of ideas between different cultures
What is Zakat?
Charity, sharing with those who need.
What books comprises the main teachings of Islam?
The Qur'an
Who spoke to Muhammad on his spiritual retreat?
"The Party of Ali"
Shi'i Muslims
Who was the father of algebra?
Al Khwarismi
What is Siyam?
Fasting (going without food)
Why did many Meccans not accept Muhammad's ideas?
They feared him gaining more power and thought he would hurt business in Mecca.
"The People of the Sunnah"
Sunni Muslims
What is Hajj?
The pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca
What is Shari'ah?
The body of Islamic law based on the Qur'an and the Sunnah
What is the night journey?
Muhammad was brought to Jerusalem by a winged horse creature, where he met different prophets and God.
Why was the Arabian Peninsula great for cultural diffusion?
Central location for trade, many trade routes passed through the Arabian Peninsula.
What is Salat?
Daily ritual prayer
What is the Sunnah?
The example Muhammad set
What did Muhammad's army do after marching into Mecca?
Destroyed the idols at the Ka'bah and rededicated it to one God.
What is the main difference between Shi'i and Sunni Muslims?
Who should lead after Muhammad.
Shi'i Muslims believe only descendants of Muhammad should lead.
Sunni Muslims believe the leader should be someone chosen by the community.
How did acceptance of Arabic help spread ideas?
Common language made it easier to share ideas.
What is Shahadah?
The profession or declaration of faith
What is Jihad?
"To strive"
Two different interpretations, human struggle to overcome difficulty / fight to protect and enforce beliefs