Islam Vocabulary

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The belief in more than one god

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Polytheism

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The belief in a single God

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Monotheism

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Someone who follows the religion of Islam

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Muslim

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This man founded the religion of Islam in the 6th Century C.E.

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Muhammad

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Someone who speaks or interprets the words of God; also a term for someone who can predict the future.

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Prophet

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A Muslim ruler or monarch

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Caliph

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The Holy Book of Islam

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Qur'an

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The most basic acts of worship for Muslims; for example, prayer and charity

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The Five Pillars of Islam

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A Muslim house (or building) of worship

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Mosque

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The Arabic word for God, regardless of religion

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Allah