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Name ____________________________ Period _____________________________ Chapter 7 – Section 2 Islamic Beliefs and Practices (p. 174 -179) 1. What is the Qur’an? Muhammad’s teachings that were collected after his death. Muslims believe the Qur’an to be the exact word of God as it was told to Muhammad. 2. Who is Allah? God 3. Who is Muhammad? God’s prophet. 4. What does Islam teach about the world? The world had a definite beginning and will end one day. 5. What three things does the Qur’an describe? Muslim acts of worship, guidelines for moral behavior and rules for social life. 6. What is the difference between an explicitly stated guideline and an implicit guideline? Explicit is fully revealed. There is no question as to what it means. Implicit in not clearly put into words. 7. What does jihad mean? What has it been translated to? To make an effort, or to struggle. Holy War. 8. What is the hadith? The written record of Muhammad’s words and actions. 9. What is the Sunnah? Refers to the way Muhammad lived, which provides a model for the duties and the way of life expected of Muslims. It guides Muslims’ behavior. 10. What are the five acts of worship required of all Muslims called? The Five Pillars 11. What is Shariah? Islamic law, based on interpretations of the Qur’an and Sunnah. 12. Why is Mecca considered the holiest city in Islam? Mecca is the place where Muhammad lived and taught more than 1,300 years ago. The white garment symbolizes the equality and unity of all Muslims. 13. Why do the pilgrims wear a simple white garment when visiting Mecca?