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Introduction to Islam
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ISLAM
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Islam is the name of the religion.
SILM or SALAM….meaning peace
complete submission to one God and living in
peace with the creator, with yourself and with
the environment
fastest growing religion in the world
a complete way of life
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ALLAH “God”
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Muslims believe that there is only one
God.
99 names
Christians, Jews and Muslims worship
the same God.
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The Prophet Muhammad
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Muhammad (PBUH) is the last prophet for all
mankind
born in 570 CE in Mecca, Arabia
He was entrusted with the Message of Islam at
the age of 40 over multiple years
– Received it from the Angel Gabriel
The revelation was revealed in the Quran
– the message is called Islam
Islam is for all mankind
Similar to…..?
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Source of Islam
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The teachings of Islam are found in the Quran
Sharia is the codification of traditional Islamic
law
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The Holy Quran
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exact word of Allah “God”.
The record of the exact word revealed by Allah
“God” and it has been translated into more than
80 languages.
Memorized by the prophet Muhammad and many
of his companions.
Revealed over a period of 23 years.
Millions of Muslims memorize the Quran by heart.
– madrassas
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MUSLIMS
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Muslims come from ALL parts of the
world
The population more than 1.2 billion.
In the United States : 7 million Muslims.
There are two major sects of Islam
– Sunni (founded by Abu Bakr…father-in-law)
– Shi’ite (founded by Ali
….cousin and son-in-law.
– Wahabbism
– Sufism
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Indian sub-continent
Africa
Arab countries
Southeast Asia
Iran
Central Asia
China
Turkey
Europe
North America
South America
Australia
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Source: Kosmin, Barry & Seymour Lachman. One Nation Under God: Religion in
Contemporary American Society; Harmony Books: New York (1993), pg. 88-93.
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The Five Pillars of Islam
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Declaration of Faith
Prayer
Fasting
Alms
Pilgrimage
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The Five Pillars of Islam
1. Declaration of Faith
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“There is no God but Allah “God” and
Muhammad is the messenger of Allah “God”
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The Five Pillars of Islam
2. Prayers
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Five Obligatory prayers each day.
Direct link between the Muslim and Allah
“God”.
Islam has no hierarchical authority or
priesthood.
– Caliphs (political)
– Imams (religious)
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Prophet’s Mosque
Medina
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Jerusalem
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The Five Pillars of Islam
3. Fasting
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Fasting is a total abstinence from food and
drinks
The whole month of Ramadan which is the 9th
month of their lunar calendar. (July 20th 2012)
Starts from dawn to sunset during the entire
month of Ramadan.
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4. Alms
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It is a mandatory charity (2.5% of net worth)
It is one of the most important principles of
Islam.
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The Five Pillars of Islam
Pilgrimage - Hajj
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Pilgrimage to
Mecca
It is required once in
a lifetime for those
who have the
means (physical and
financial).
Every year more
than 2.5 Million
Muslims perform
this pilgrimage.
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Kabba
“House of God”
Mecca
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The Six Articles of Faith
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Belief in One God
Belief in Angels
Belief in ALL the prophets
Belief in ALL the books revealed by
God
Belief in the Day of Judgment
Predestination
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Some More Principles of Islam
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Oneness of Mankind
– All people are created Equal
Innocence of Man at Birth
Prescribes moderation
State and Religion
– Islam is the complete way of life
– State and Religion are not separate in an
Islamic State
No Idols or images
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Islam And Other
Religions
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Islam respects other beliefs like
Christianity, Judaism
The Quran advocates dealing
justly with the non Muslims.
Prophet Muhammad emphasized
protection of the people of the
Book in the Muslim Community
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Jihad in Islam
• Means to Struggle or strive
• Levels of Jihad
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– Struggle to improve yourself
– Struggle against evil in the society
– Struggle in battlefield
Valid reasons for Jihad in the
battlefield
– Self Defense
– To remove human
tyranny,oppression and
persecution
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ETIQUETTE OF JIHAD
• Seek your protection.
• Give Peace a Chance Before Battle Starts
• Respect All Treaties
• Declaration of War when attacked
• Spare those who are not fighting against you
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Women
Children
Old men
Religious persons
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Jihad in Islam
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Prohibited from …
– Killing Animals
– Destroying Farms
– Destroying Infrastructure
Never Kill the Innocent or Injured
Never hurt the Prisoners of War
– This was created in 7th Century long before the
Geneva Convention
– Prisoners of War given very good treatment
– Never Mutilate the bodies
– Allow the dead to be buried in dignity
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Islam and Terrorism
Islam does not support
terrorism under any
circumstances
Terrorism goes against every
principle of Islam
If a Muslim engages in
terrorism s/he is not
following Islam
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Jordanian women sign condolences at
the US Embassy in Amman.
Lebanese General signs
condolences at the US
Embassy in Beirut.
Government buildings in Turkey lower
their flags to half mast.
Schoolgirls in Palestine pray in
a moment of silence.
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Islam And Women
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Why do some women in the contemporary Middle
East argue that Western-style feminism is not
necessary because women’s rights can be
maintained through Islam??
Highest respect to women in the society.
According to the Koran, they are entitled to
education, owning businesses, inheritance, work
and many other rights including the right to vote
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Are these women free?
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Islam And the Veil
Dress Modestly
– The Islamic rules for modest dress apply to
women and men equally.
– Muslim women cover their heads using scarves
called “the Hijab”
• Arabic/Middle Eastern tradition found in many cultures
and religions
– Ex. the Virgin Mary used to wear head cover and
modest clothes
– How can the veil be seen as liberating
• video
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Honor Killing and how the act
goes against Islamic principles
• Definition: an ancient tradition where a male
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member of the family kills a female relative for
tarnishing the family image
Began in pre-Islamic societies
– Much like other practices
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Appears in many communities in the Middle
East and South Asia
– Growing issue in western nations
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Many are trying to stop the practice within and
outside of the communities
– video