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This meat is forbidden in Islam, and Muslims do not consume it.
What is Pork?
This language, the most widely spoken in the Muslim world, is also the language of the Quran.
What is Arabic?
This day of the week is considered the holiest day in Islam, when Muslims gather for congregational prayers at the mosque.
What is Friday?
This famous boxer was widely known to practice Islam.
Who is Muhammad Ali?
This term refers to food and drink that are permissible according to Islamic law.
This term refers to the Islamic concept of "community" or "nation," often used to describe the global Muslim population.
What is Ummah?
The pilgrimage to Mecca that every Muslim is required to undertake at least once in their lifetime, if they are able.
What is Haji?
This prophet is considered the last and final prophet in Islam.
Who is the Prophet Muhammad?
This popular Middle Eastern dish is made from ground chickpeas or fava beans, deep-fried into balls.
What is Falafel?
This is the Arabic word for God, used by Muslims worldwide.
What is Allah?
This term refers to the practice of charity or almsgiving, which is one of the Five Pillars of Islam.
What is Zakat?
This Muslim scholar from the Golden Age of Islam is often referred to as the "father of algebra."
Who is Al-Khwarizmi?
During Ramadan, Muslims break their fast at sunset with a meal known by this name.
What is Iftar?
This Persian word meaning "king" is also the title for the rulers of Iran before 1979.
What is Shah?
This holiday marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with feasting and charity.
What is Eid al-Fitr?
This 12th-century Muslim leader became famous for his role in the Crusades and the recapture of Jerusalem.
Who is Salah ad-Din (Saladin)?
This sweet pastry, popular in many Muslim-majority countries, is made with layers of filo dough, honey, and nuts, and is often associated with Ottoman cuisine.
What is Baklava
In Islam, this Arabic word refers to a "struggle" or "striving," sometimes misunderstood as solely meaning "holy war."
What is Jihad?
This pre-dawn meal is eaten by Muslims during Ramadan before beginning their fast.
What is Suhoor?
Known as one of the greatest Muslim philosophers, this Andalusian thinker made significant contributions to philosophy, medicine, and astronomy.
Who is Ibn Rushd (Averroes)?