Islam - The Basics

Reflect on the meaning of the quote: 'Call upon the Lord in humility and in private.' (Qur'an 7:55)

• The importance of public prayer

• The significance of humility and privacy in prayer

• The necessity of communal worship

• The value of loud and expressive prayer

What is the major world religion promulgated by the Prophet Muhammad in Arabia in the 7th century CE?

• Islam

• Christianity

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

What does the Arabic term 'Islam' literally mean?

• The Arabic term 'Islam' literally means 'submission' or 'surrender'.

• The Arabic term 'Islam' literally means 'peace'.

• The Arabic term 'Islam' literally means 'faith'.

• The Arabic term 'Islam' literally means 'prayer'.

Who is viewed as the sole God in Islam?

• Allah

• Brahma

• God

• Odin

What is the sacred text of Islam?

• The Quran

• The Bible

• The Bhagavad Gita

• The Torah

What is the symbol of Islam?

• Crescent and Star

• Cross

• Star of David

• Om

What is the sacred book of Islam that is looked upon by Muslims as the final word of guidance?

• The Bible

• The Torah

• The Quran

• The Bhagavad Gita

The Qur’an was given to the Prophet Muhammad by:

• Angel Gabriel

• Prophet Moses

• Prophet Jesus

• Angel Michael

Muslims believe the words of the Qur’an are the literal, verbal revelation of whom?

For Muslims, why is it important that the sacred text was revealed only to one person and preserved over a short time in oral form before it was written down?

• It ensures the authenticity and purity of the message.

• It allows for multiple interpretations of the text.

• It makes the text more accessible to different cultures.

• It provides opportunities for various religious leaders to contribute.