Unit 3: Teachings of Islam

What was the name of the Arabian man that would become the prophet of Islam?

True or False: Muslims respect parts of the Christian Bible and Jewish Torah's as being factually correct, therefore they consider these people, "People of the Book."

The rules and guidelines used by Muslims to live their religious lives by is called what?

This is the first Pillar of Islam in which Muslims declare their belief in one God.

This second tenent of the Five Pillars of Islam features Muslims praying towards Mecca five times a day.

In your opinion, how difficult do you feel it is to be considered a "good Muslim"?

This pillar of Islam features donating, or giving, away money to the poor or needy in the form of charity.

This pillar of Islam features fasting during holy months, Ramadan in particular.

What is Ramadan?

True or False: During Ramadan, you are not allowed to eat at night and must only eat while the sun is up.

Why do Muslims fast during Ramadan?

True or False: At the conclusion of Ramadan, a feast is held called Eid al-Fitr to celebrate the hardships suffered during Ramadan.

What is the Kaaba?

This final pillar of Islam states that Muslims are required to make a pilgrimage, or holy visit, to Mecca to worship at the Kaaba.

True or False: All Muslims are expected to make at least one pilgrimage, hajj, to Mecca to worship at the Kaaba.

What did Jihad mean to early Muslims?

What did Muhammad consider as "lesser jihad"? Hint: look at slide 36 for help if you need to.

What did Muhammad consider as "higher jihad"? Hint: look at slide 36 for help if you need to.

How do some Muslims, as well as non-Muslims, understand Jihad today?

Based on your notes, and attached image, could you live under a government that practiced Shariah Law?

Chart Context: Personal freedom = rights and liberties. Also the world average, based on these data points, is 7.

Question: Based on what you learned or know about Islam, does this chart surprise you?