Islam
A prophet respected in Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. Muslims believe he was a strong believer in one God and the father of Ishmael
Abraham
The angel who Muslims believe delivered God’s revelations to Muhammad.
Angel Gabriel
Something that is forbidden in Islam.
Haram
Muhammad’s first wife and the first person to accept Islam.
Khadija
The holy book of Islam, believed to be the word of God revealed to Muhammad.
Qur’an
A close friend of Muhammad and the first caliph (leader of Muslims) after Muhammad’s death.
Abu Bakr
The political and religious leader of the Muslim community after Muhammad died.
Caliph
A person who leads Muslim prayers in a mosque.
Imam
The mother of Jesus, honored and respected in Islam for her faith
Mary
A title for Muhammad meaning he is the last prophet sent by God.
Seal of the Prophets
One of Muhammad’s wives who helped preserve many teachings of Islam by sharing stories about the Prophet.
Aisha
Collections of sayings and actions of Muhammad used to guide Muslims.
Hadith
The son of Abraham and Hagar; Muslims believe he helped build the Kaaba in Mecca.
Ishmael
The holy city where Muhammad was born and where the Kaaba is located. Muslims pray facing this city.
Mecca
Islamic religious law based on the Qur’an and Hadith that guides Muslim life and behavior.
Shari’a Law
Muhammad’s cousin and son-in-law. He became the fourth caliph and is especially important to Shi’a Muslims
Ali
The wife of Abraham and mother of Ishmael in Islamic tradition.
Hagar
The religion based on worship of one God (Allah) and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.
Islam
The city where Muhammad and his followers moved during the Hijra and where he later died.
Medina
A chapter of the Qur’an
Sura
An Arabic phrase meaning “God is the greatest.” It is used in prayer and expressions of faith.
Allahu Akbar
Something that is allowed or lawful in Islam, especially referring to food and behavior.
Halal
Known as a prophet in Islam; Muslims respect him but do not believe he is the son of God.
Jesus
The final prophet in Islam who received God’s message through the angel Gabriel.
Muhammad
The worldwide community of Muslims who share the same faith.
Umma