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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. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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