Islam

What does the word Islam mean?

• Comes from the root word Salaam meaning “peace”

• Means “submission to God”

History of Islam…

• Founded by Muhammad in 622 C.E.

• The prophet and his people were persecuted against but conquered Mecca before his

death.

Muslims are followers of Islam

• Muslims believe that Islam is a complete way of life.

• Worship Allah.

• Many different sects and live all over the world.

The Qur’an

• Sacred text of Islam

• Hadith

Pillars of Islam

1. The ShahadahTestimony of Faith

An oath…"I testify that there is none worthy of worship except God and I

testify that Muhammad is the Messenger of God."

2. SalahDaily Prayer

Prayer ritual that must be performed five times a day.

3. ZakatMoney to the Poor

Alms-giving

4. SawmFasting

Ritual involving fasting during Ramadan.

5. The HajjPilgrimage to Mecca

Pilgrimage to Mecca during Dhu al-Hijjah.

Sharia Law

Sunni vs. Shia