Intro to Islam

What is the significance of Medina in the origin of Islam?

• • It was the city that the early Muslims settled in to escape persecution from the Quraysh in Mecca. It was their base in the years of conflict with the Quraysh.

• • It was the home of Muhammad and a pilgrimage site for the tribes of Arabia. It was initially controlled by the Quraysh, but eventually taken over by the Muslims.

• • It was the home of a rival religious group. The early Muslims had multiple battles with the inhabitants of Medina.

How is Muhammad perceived by Muslims?

• • A divine figure just as Jesus is perceived by Christians

• • An enlightened man who was the vehicle God used to deliver and spread the Word of God

• • An enlightened man who wrote the Qur'an based on his ideas

What is the significance of the Qur'an in Islam?

• • It is a collection of poems written by Muhammad.

• • It is considered the word of God as revealed to Muhammad, serving as the holy scripture of Islam.

• • It is a historical record of the early Islamic community.

Who are Muslims?

• Followers of Christianity

• Individuals who adhere to the religion of Islam

• Believers in the teachings of Judaism

Which event marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar?

• • The birth of Muhammad.

• • The first revelation of the Qur'an to Muhammad.

• • The Hijra, the migration of Muhammad and his followers from Mecca to Medina.

Which pillar of Islam is the declaration of faith, the Shahada?

• • Charity to the poor and needy.

• • Prayer five times a day facing Mecca.

• • The proclamation of faith in the oneness of God and the acceptance of Muhammad as God's prophet.

What is the significance of the Kaaba in Islam?

• • It is the birthplace of Muhammad.

• • It is considered the house of God and the direction of prayer for Muslims around the world.

• • It is a historical museum of Islamic artifacts.

What is the central text in Islam?

• The Torah

• The Bible

• The Quran

• The Vedas

What does Sunnah mean for Muslims?

• The holy city of Mecca

• The pilgrimage to Mecca

• The daily prayers performed by Muslims

• The teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad

What is the key difference between Christians and Muslims?

• Their worship practices

• Their belief in crucifixion and resurrection and the divinity of Jesus Christ

• Their dietary restrictions

• Their language of scripture