Origins and Spread
Why is the city of Mecca important in Muslim tradition?
It was the birthplace of Muhammad.
Islam, Judaism, and Christianity have much in common including
the same people in their sacred texts or that they are monotheistic
Shahadah
the profession or declaration of faith."“I bear witness that there is no god but God, and that Muhammad is the messenger of God.”
What was the overall purpose of the Christians in the Crusades?
to gain back the holy land , take control of Palestine
What is the holy book of the religion of Islam?
Qur'an
Before Muhammad was born, the people of Arabia were united by....
a common language.
Which of these would most likely be found in the Sunnah?
guidance from Muhammad
Salat
daily ritual prayer
Why is Jerusalem holy to Muslims?
Muhammad rose to heaven there.
What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
the example that Muhammad set for Muslims about how to live
What geographic feature made Mecca a wealthy city?
location on trade routes
For Muslims, praying five times a day is an act that emphasizes
discipline
Zakat
charity
Which statement describes the effect of the Crusades on Jews?
They were prosecuted throughout Europe
How many times a day are Muslims called to prayer?
five
The word Muslim means one who
surrenders to God.
Why do mosques all over the world have fresh, flowing water?
for washing before prayer
Siyam/Sawm
fasting
Ramadan
• The Seljuk Turks expanded their empire westward
• Christians in Europe were alarmed by the Seljuk advance and concerned about the safety and property of Christians living to the east.
• Christians were worried about the fate of the Holy Land, especially Jerusalem.
• After the Seljuks took control of Palestine, political turmoil made travel unsafe
The body of Islamic law based on the Qur'an and Sunnah
Shari'ah
Why is the Qur’an the holy book of Islam?
It records the words of God spoken by Gabriel.
How is daily life different for Muslims during Ramadan?
They do not eat during the day.
Hajj
pilgrimage
Why was Jerusalem holy to the Christians?
Jerusalem was the city where Jesus was crucified and rose from the dead.
what does monotheistic mean
belief in one God