Islam Ch 3 Flashcard 2025

Front

In a very short amount of time, Islam spread to what areas?

Back

Parts of Asia, northern Africa, and Europe

Front

How did geography influence the Arab way of life—where they lived, how they survived, and what they ate?

Back

They were nomads who lived in tents and ate dates and drank milk.

Front

What was the most important town along the trade routes in Arabia?

Back

Makkah

Front

What did many pilgrims visit in Makkah?

Back

The Kaaba

Front

What did Muhammad say about wealth?

Back

The rich should share their wealth with the poor

Front

What is the Hijrah?

Back

The migration of Muhammad and his followers to Yathrib

Front

How did the people of Yathrib view Muhammad?

Back

As a prophet and their ruler

Front

What did Muhammad do in his new state/empire?

Back

Applied laws to settle disputes and formed an army

Front

What are some core beliefs that Islam has in common with Judaism and Christianity?

Back

Belief in one all-powerful God

Front

What is forbidden by the Quran?

Back

Murder, lying, and stealing