Islam Key word and meaning

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Tawhid

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‘Oneness’ in reference to God. The basic Muslim belief in the oneness of God.

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Prophethood/

Risalah*

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Messengers of God.

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Halal

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Actions or things which are permitted within Islam.

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Haram

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Any actions or things which are forbidden within Islam.

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Islam

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The act of submitting to the will of God (Allah).

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Mosque/masjid

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Place of prostration for Muslims, it is a communal place of worship.

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Muslim

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The person who participates in the act of submission to the will of God (Allah).

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Shariah

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Way of life. Muslims believe God has set out a clear ‘straight path’ for how Muslims should live.

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Ummah

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Means ‘community’. Refers to the worldwide community who share a common religious identity.

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Jihad

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‘To strive/ struggle’ There are two forms of jihad: Greater and Lesser.