Muhammed
Where was Muhammad born?
Mecca.
How many chapters are in the Qur’an?
114
Who do Muslims believe is the one true God?
Allah.
What is the first pillar of Islam?
Shahada — Declaration of Faith
What does the word “Mosque” mean?
Place of prostration.
Who brought Muhammad up after his parents died?
His uncle
What does the word “Qur’an” mean?
“That which is to be proclaimed.”
How many angels does each person have according to Islam?
Two (one records good deeds, one records bad).
How many times per day must Muslims pray?
five times
What is the name of the tower from which the call to prayer is made?
Minaret.
What happened to Muhammad on the Night of Power in AD 610?
Angel Gabriel appeared to him with God’s message.
What name is given to a Muslim who has memorised the Qur’an?
Hafiz
What are angels described as in Islam?
God’s messengers.
What percentage of wealth is given as Zakat?
2.5%
What is the mihrab?
An alcove in the wall showing the direction of Mecca.
What is the name of the journey when Muhammad fled Mecca?
The Hijra
What is the Sunna?
The ‘way’ of the Prophet — what he did, said, and approved of.
What do Muslims believe prophets are sent to do?
Speak for Allah.
What is the 4th pillar of islam and explain when it takes place?
Sawm- Fasting. Takes place during the 9th month of the Islamic Calendar (Ramadan)
What is the raised platform the imam uses to lead prayers?
The minbar
What new name was given to Yathrib after Muhammad arrived?
Medina (City of the Prophet).
What is the Hadith?
Recorded sayings and teachings of Muhammad, covering all aspects of life.
List all 6 core beliefs
No God but Allah, No future without Allah, Angels are Gods messengers, God communicates through sacred texts, Prophets speak for Allah, There will be a final judgement and life after death.
Why do Muslims wash in clean water before they pray?
To prepare themselves for prayer by performing wudu, symbolically cleansing themselves before standing before Allah
What washing ritual must Muslims complete before prayer, and where is this done in the mosque?
Wudu, performed in special washrooms.