Rise of Islam
The founder of Islam
Who was Muhammad?
The language that unified Muslims as Islam spread
What is Arabic?
Calligraphy, Pharmacies, Surgery, Checks/Banking System, Toothbrushes
What were some Muslim Golden Age inventions/achievements?
These are known as the guidelines that Muslims must follow
What is The five Pillars of Islam?
This region is where is Islam began to spread
What is Arabia? (the Middle East also accepted)
The foundational principles of Islam
What are the 5 Pillars of Islam?
This event marks Year 1 on the Islamic calendar. It's when Muhammad and his followers fled Mecca to go up to Medina, where the first mosque was built.
What is the Hijra(Hegira)?
These two Islamic inventions are studied by students around the world today.
What are algebra and zoology?
This pillar of Islam lasts an entire month, during which Muslims fast during the day and focus on family and faith. It ends with a large celebration, Eid al'Fitr.
What is Ramadan? (or Sawm)
Muhammad was born in this city
where is Mecca?
The holy book of Islam
What is the Qu'ran?
The Arabic word for leader/successor
What is caliph?
The 3 continents linked by trade during the Islamic Golden Age.
What are Africa, Asia and Europe?
This pillar is practiced by Muslims every day.
What is Salat, daily prayers?
This sea is near Mecca.
What is the Red Sea?
The name of Muslim house of worship
What is a mosque?
The Arabic word that means God
Who is Allah?
Three descriptions of Islamic art.
What is...geometric patterns, floral designs, calligraphy, no depictions of animals or humans?
This is the pillar of Islam that requires Muslims to give to those in need.
What is zakat?
This city was an important center of learning and technology during the Islamic Golden Age.
What is Baghdad?
VOCABULARY: A religion with 1 god
What is monotheistic?
This contributed to the spread of Islam religion
What is an increase in trade and conquest?
This institution was located in Baghdad and attracted the best scholars from around the world.
What is the House of Wisdom?
The official name of the pillar that means journey to Mecca in lifetime
What is Hajj?
This city is important for Jews, Christians & Muslims.
What is Jerusalem?