Basic Beliefs
Prophets
5 Pillars of Islam
Arabic Words
Are we allowed to...
100
The number of gods Muslims believe in.
What is one?
100
Out of respect for all of the prophets, Muslims say this phrase after saying their name.
What is "peace be upon him"?
100
As long as a Muslim is financially and physically able, he or she must go to Saudi Arabia for this holy journey.
What is Hajj?
100
“Assalam-u-alaikum,” a greeting used by Muslims when they see each other means this.
What is “May peace be upon you” or “Peace be with you” or “Peace be unto you”?
100
In both Judaism and Islam, one is not allowed to eat this animal’s meat.
What is the pig?
200
An orphan who grew up being known as “The Truthful” by Muslims and non-Muslims alike, he is considered the Last Messenger in Islam.
Who is Prophet Muhammad (S)?
200
Muslims believe this prophet was commanded to build a ship and have all the believers along with one pair of each animal board it to protect them from a flood.
Who is Nuh (A)?
200
Muslims perform this five times daily at specified times at the mosque, at home, in between classes, in congregation, individually… in almost any situation!
What is Salah?
200
Commonly misinterpreted as “Holy War,” this word actually means “struggle” and can be used to describe one’s efforts to curb one’s desires and temptations.
What is jihad?
200
Obtaining this accredited document from an educational institution such is equally as important and valued for Muslim men and Muslim women in Islam because of the great emphasis Muslims place on attaining both worldly and spiritual knowledge.
What is a college degree?
300
Muslims believe in four Divine scriptures sent to God’s people in their original form – the Torah to Moses, the Psalms to David, the Gospel to Jesus, and this to Muhammad.
What is the Quran?
300
This prophet – whose name is mentioned the most number of times in the Quran – led his people out of Egypt to Israel.
Who is Musa (A)?
300
Aside from donating a portion of one’s wealth to the needy, according to the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him), this pillar includes meeting others with a cheerful face, urging others to do good, and checking oneself from doing evil.
What is Charity?
300
“Hijab,” a term that describes not only the outward appearance of a Muslim but an inner character of peace, modesty, and humility is commonly referred to this article of clothing worn by Muslim women.
What is the headscarf?
300
Muslims can consume of the following: Miller Lite, virgin margarita, pepperoni pizza.
What is a virgin margarita?
400
This word is used to end the prayers that Muslims make.
What is Ameen?
400
After boarding a ship across the sea, this prophet was swallowed by a whale after he angrily abandoned a people whom God had commanded to guide.
Who is Yunus (A)?
400
This pillar occurs primarily in the holy month of Ramadan and teaches people self-restraint according to the Quran.
What is fasting?
400
“InshaAllah,” a phrase said whenever a Muslim wishes to do something means this.
What is "if God wills"?
400
Muslims are allowed to repent for, and God may forgive every sin, except this.
What is the belief in more than one god?
500
This city is holy to Christians, Jews, and Muslims alike.
What is Jerusalem?
500
This prophet – considered the forefather of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam – built the Ka’abah in the city of Makkah and established the annual pilgrimage.
Who is Ibrahim (A)?
500
This declaration of faith called the Shahadah is the fundamental cornerstone of Islam.
What is “There is no God except Allah and Muhammad is God’s messenger”?
500
“Halal,” a word that literally means this but is commonly used to describe food that has been prepared by Islamic etiquette.
What is lawful or permissible?
500
Muslims cannot read the Quran or perform the salah before they do this.
What is the wudhu or ablution?