Vocabulary Development - SS1 English Lesson Note
Islamic- Religion.
Islamic religion defined: Islam is a monotheistic religion based on the teachings of the Quran and the Prophet Muhammad. Muslims believe in one God, Allah, and follow the teachings of the Quran, which they believe is the word of God. They also follow the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, who they believe is the last prophet of God.
Words associated with Islamic religion
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Allah: The Arabic word for God.
Quran: The holy book of Islam, which Muslims believe is the word of God.
Prophet Muhammad: The founder of Islam, who Muslims believe is the last prophet of God.
Mosque: A place of worship for Muslims.
Minaret: A tower attached to a mosque, from which the call to prayer is made.
Imam: A Muslim leader who leads prayers in a mosque.
Mullah: A Muslim scholar or teacher.
Jihad: A holy war or struggle, often against non-Muslims.
Sharia law: Islamic law, which is based on the Quran and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.
Ramadan: The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, during which Muslims fast from dawn to dusk.
Hajj: A pilgrimage to Mecca, which Muslims are required to make at least once in their lifetime if they are able.
Eid al-Fitr: A Muslim holiday that marks the end of Ramadan.
Eid al-Adha: A Muslim holiday that commemorates the willingness of Abraham to sacrifice his son Ishmael.