Births
http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/islam/ritesrituals/birth.shtml
How children are welcomed into the Muslim faith?
The Muslim call to prayer are the first words a baby should hear. they are whispered into the right ear by his or her father. They babys first taste should be someting sweet, as it is a practice carried out by the Prophet Muhmmed and is believed to help the digestive systems to kick in. There are several events that take place on or afteer the sevethen day. After seven days the babys head is shaved. this is to the that the child is a servant of Allah. Muslims weigh it and give the equivalent weight in sliver to charity.
What is the Aqeeqah?
Is traditionally carried out on the seventh day. Tis is a celebration which involves the slaughter of sleep. Sheep are sacrifced and te meat is distributed to relatives and neighbours, and also given to the poor.
Marriage
Outline the basic elements of an Islamic wedding ceremony?
Marrige is a solemn and sacered, social contract between bride and groom. This contract is a strong covenant. The marriage contract is a mutual agreement that both the bride and groom agree on and follow. The gift of Marh is a divine injuntction. the giving of mahr to the bride from the groom is an essential part of the contract.Mahr is a token commitment of the husband's responsibility and may be paid in cash, property or movable objects to the bride herself. The amount of mahr is not legally specified, however, moderation according to the existing social norm is recommended. The mahr may be paid immediately to the bride at the time of marriage, or deferred to a later date, or a combination of both. The deferred mahr however, falls due in case of death or divorce.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Quran
1. What does the word Quran translate to in English?Recitation
2. What is the purpose of the message sent to Mohammad why was it sent again?Gods own message to the world to remind people of the message already received by the Jews and Christians –Gods guidance for human kind
3. How is the message sent to Mohammad different to the messages already sent to the Christians and the Jews?
It is in Arabic
4. Is the message in the Quran the same message as in the Bible? Yes
5. Name two other prophets mentioned in the Quran. Abraham and Jesus
6. How was the message passed on to others in the beginning? It was an oral / aural transmission
7. Why was the original message not written down by Mohammad?He was not literate in Arabic
8. What language is used for the Quran?
Arabic
9. Which city did Islam originate? Mecca
10. What does ‘Muslim’ mean? Those who submit to God
11. How does the Quran differ from the Bible in the story of the death of Jesus?Belief Jesus was not crucified but lifted to God another man who looked like him was crucified.
12. What does the Quran say about warfare? Muslims may defend themselves only when there is a threat. They should be merciful to those they capture – as Muhammad was when he took over Mecca.
Additional information:
Suras: chapters of the Quran, there are 114 chapters, each one is shorter than the one before it.
The Quran is thought to be the completed message that began wit Judaism & Christiantiy
2. What is the purpose of the message sent to Mohammad why was it sent again?Gods own message to the world to remind people of the message already received by the Jews and Christians –Gods guidance for human kind
3. How is the message sent to Mohammad different to the messages already sent to the Christians and the Jews?
It is in Arabic
4. Is the message in the Quran the same message as in the Bible? Yes
5. Name two other prophets mentioned in the Quran. Abraham and Jesus
6. How was the message passed on to others in the beginning? It was an oral / aural transmission
7. Why was the original message not written down by Mohammad?He was not literate in Arabic
8. What language is used for the Quran?
Arabic
9. Which city did Islam originate? Mecca
10. What does ‘Muslim’ mean? Those who submit to God
11. How does the Quran differ from the Bible in the story of the death of Jesus?Belief Jesus was not crucified but lifted to God another man who looked like him was crucified.
12. What does the Quran say about warfare? Muslims may defend themselves only when there is a threat. They should be merciful to those they capture – as Muhammad was when he took over Mecca.
Additional information:
Suras: chapters of the Quran, there are 114 chapters, each one is shorter than the one before it.
The Quran is thought to be the completed message that began wit Judaism & Christiantiy
Symbols of Islam
The star and cresent
They are the accepted symbols of Islam since the eighteenth century; they appear on several flags of islamic nations. Even before the time of Muhammad they were found on the Ka'aba and it is said that Muhammed allowed these symbols to remain intact when he oordered the removal of the idols in the Ka'aba.
No symbols of Allah
Islam has always insisted that there should be no idols and no images of Allah. An islamic mosque is devoid of all statues and all paintings this is inn contrast to christian churches. Islamic artists have compensated for this restricted by developing beautiful work and calligraphy
Bismillah (in the name of Allah)
One of the most prominent symbolic desgins, is the motif with the words Bismillah (in the name of Allah). All the Suras of the Qur'an except one begin with the words 'in the name of Allah, the Merciful, the compassionate....' so the fiirst word of these Suras has been taken and variously depicted in extremely ornate styles.
They are the accepted symbols of Islam since the eighteenth century; they appear on several flags of islamic nations. Even before the time of Muhammad they were found on the Ka'aba and it is said that Muhammed allowed these symbols to remain intact when he oordered the removal of the idols in the Ka'aba.
No symbols of Allah
Islam has always insisted that there should be no idols and no images of Allah. An islamic mosque is devoid of all statues and all paintings this is inn contrast to christian churches. Islamic artists have compensated for this restricted by developing beautiful work and calligraphy
Bismillah (in the name of Allah)
One of the most prominent symbolic desgins, is the motif with the words Bismillah (in the name of Allah). All the Suras of the Qur'an except one begin with the words 'in the name of Allah, the Merciful, the compassionate....' so the fiirst word of these Suras has been taken and variously depicted in extremely ornate styles.
Monday, October 24, 2011
The Five Pillars of Islam
The Five Pillars of Islam
Watch each of the Videos and provide answers to the questions;
Use this website to answer question one; (Name each Pillar)
Pillar #1: Shahada (faith)
• What is the meaning of the declaration of faith? Fundamental to a Muslims spiritual life, the meaning of this “there is nothing which has the right to be worshipped except Allah and Muhammad who is his messenger.”
• Why do you think that this statement is a significant part of being a Muslim?This means that Muslims choose to only worship one God, their beliefs and traditions are strict and follow it for reassurance that they are doing the right thing.
Video – Islam_vid_muslimpray.mov
Pillar #2:Salah (Prayer)
• Describe the process that Muslims go through to prepare to pray. They wash themselves, to symbolise cleanliness for the lord ,process called evolution
• Describe the process of praying in Islam. How many times each day, and when, do Muslims pray? 5 times a day, at dawn, noon, afternoon, sunset and night time
• What do the prayers sound like? What do the movements look like? They speak/sing in Arabic, and make moments that correspond to the prayer, bowing
• In which direction do Muslims pray? Why do they face this way? The pray facing Mecca, in Saudi Arabia, as it is the holy land
• What are some of the things Muslims say during prayer? God is greater, reminds then that everything is smaller than Allah and nothing else is as important
• Why do Muslims pray?Reminds them who they are and how they respect God
Video – Islam_vid_zakat.mov
Pillar #3: Zakaat (Almsgiving)
• What is Zakaat? What is emphasized in Zakaat?
Almsgiving, a donation to the poor during the time of giving and helping others
• Why do Muslims make donations? How much money is a person expected to give to charitable causes?
Too get more and more blessings, when you calculate and are expected to give 2.5% of total earnings
• What is the relationship between prayer and money?
Establishes prayer and money, mentioned 82 times in the Quran, prayer and giving, taking care of others as God takes care of you.
• How is zakaat different from ordinary charity that Muslims might give?
Compulsory, a gift from almighty, a portion of it belongs to the poor, the poor has right to your money
Video - Islam_vid_islam_celeb.mov
Pillar #4: Ramadan (fasting)
• As part of the Muslim religion, what does it mean to fast?
If you don’t fast you are not a true Muslim, way of cleansing
• Why do Muslims fast?
Spiritual benefits can give to the needy, purify the soul
• What and when is Ramadan? What is Eid al-Fitr?
Dawn to dusk
Rest well, come to mosque, have sweets and nice meal with each other and give gifts
Videos – Islam_vid_hajj (part 1 & 3)
Pillar #5: Hajj (pilgrimage)
• How often must Muslims participate in Hajj?
Once in their lifetime,if health and finances permit
• Where do Muslims go during Hajj?
To the Kaaba in Mecca, spiritual home of Islam
• What and where is the Kaaba? Describe this place.
Was built by God according to the Quran, large cube in the middle of a court yard
• How many Muslims participate in Hajj?
1 million
• What is the goal of Hajj?
To worship God
• What does it mean to enter spiritual purity? What is the purpose of the special garments?
Before you enter the Kaba you must enter spiritual purity, for women it is a consciousness, for men there is also a special garment. It equalise everybody.
• How does Mubarek describe his experiences as a pilgrim?
Focused in worship, forget about everything else.
• What is the significance of Abraham to pilgrims?
Abraham drove Satan away with stones, made the first pilgramage
Watch each of the Videos and provide answers to the questions;
Use this website to answer question one; (Name each Pillar)
Pillar #1: Shahada (faith)
• What is the meaning of the declaration of faith? Fundamental to a Muslims spiritual life, the meaning of this “there is nothing which has the right to be worshipped except Allah and Muhammad who is his messenger.”
• Why do you think that this statement is a significant part of being a Muslim?This means that Muslims choose to only worship one God, their beliefs and traditions are strict and follow it for reassurance that they are doing the right thing.
Video – Islam_vid_muslimpray.mov
Pillar #2:Salah (Prayer)
• Describe the process that Muslims go through to prepare to pray. They wash themselves, to symbolise cleanliness for the lord ,process called evolution
• Describe the process of praying in Islam. How many times each day, and when, do Muslims pray? 5 times a day, at dawn, noon, afternoon, sunset and night time
• What do the prayers sound like? What do the movements look like? They speak/sing in Arabic, and make moments that correspond to the prayer, bowing
• In which direction do Muslims pray? Why do they face this way? The pray facing Mecca, in Saudi Arabia, as it is the holy land
• What are some of the things Muslims say during prayer? God is greater, reminds then that everything is smaller than Allah and nothing else is as important
• Why do Muslims pray?Reminds them who they are and how they respect God
Video – Islam_vid_zakat.mov
Pillar #3: Zakaat (Almsgiving)
• What is Zakaat? What is emphasized in Zakaat?
Almsgiving, a donation to the poor during the time of giving and helping others
• Why do Muslims make donations? How much money is a person expected to give to charitable causes?
Too get more and more blessings, when you calculate and are expected to give 2.5% of total earnings
• What is the relationship between prayer and money?
Establishes prayer and money, mentioned 82 times in the Quran, prayer and giving, taking care of others as God takes care of you.
• How is zakaat different from ordinary charity that Muslims might give?
Compulsory, a gift from almighty, a portion of it belongs to the poor, the poor has right to your money
Video - Islam_vid_islam_celeb.mov
Pillar #4: Ramadan (fasting)
• As part of the Muslim religion, what does it mean to fast?
If you don’t fast you are not a true Muslim, way of cleansing
• Why do Muslims fast?
Spiritual benefits can give to the needy, purify the soul
• What and when is Ramadan? What is Eid al-Fitr?
Dawn to dusk
Rest well, come to mosque, have sweets and nice meal with each other and give gifts
Videos – Islam_vid_hajj (part 1 & 3)
Pillar #5: Hajj (pilgrimage)
• How often must Muslims participate in Hajj?
Once in their lifetime,if health and finances permit
• Where do Muslims go during Hajj?
To the Kaaba in Mecca, spiritual home of Islam
• What and where is the Kaaba? Describe this place.
Was built by God according to the Quran, large cube in the middle of a court yard
• How many Muslims participate in Hajj?
1 million
• What is the goal of Hajj?
To worship God
• What does it mean to enter spiritual purity? What is the purpose of the special garments?
Before you enter the Kaba you must enter spiritual purity, for women it is a consciousness, for men there is also a special garment. It equalise everybody.
• How does Mubarek describe his experiences as a pilgrim?
Focused in worship, forget about everything else.
• What is the significance of Abraham to pilgrims?
Abraham drove Satan away with stones, made the first pilgramage
Thursday, October 20, 2011
the five pillars of Islam
There are 5 major beliefs or obligations for each Muslim, they are as follows:
~Shahadah (Belief)
The first Pillar is for the believer to testify, in Arabic, that "There is no god but God and that Muhammad is His messenger." Also known as the profession of faith.
~Salat (worship)
The second pillar is to worship God 5 tims a day. At dawn, noon, mid afternoon, sunsent and nightfall
~Zakat (Almsgiving)
Is to give Alms to the poor. Muslims are meant to donate a fixed amount to their property to charity every year.
~Sawan/Ramadan (fasting)
The third Pillar of Islam is to abstain from food and drink, as well as smoking and sex, between sunrise and sunset during the month of Ramadan, the ninth month in the Muslim calendar.
~Hajj (Pilgrimage)
The fifth Pillar of Islam is to undertake the pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in one's lifetime, if one is able, during the first days of Dhu'l-Hijja, the twelfth month of the Muslim calendar.
http://www.pbs.org/empires/islam/faithbelief.html
~Shahadah (Belief)
The first Pillar is for the believer to testify, in Arabic, that "There is no god but God and that Muhammad is His messenger." Also known as the profession of faith.
~Salat (worship)
The second pillar is to worship God 5 tims a day. At dawn, noon, mid afternoon, sunsent and nightfall
~Zakat (Almsgiving)
Is to give Alms to the poor. Muslims are meant to donate a fixed amount to their property to charity every year.
~Sawan/Ramadan (fasting)
The third Pillar of Islam is to abstain from food and drink, as well as smoking and sex, between sunrise and sunset during the month of Ramadan, the ninth month in the Muslim calendar.
~Hajj (Pilgrimage)
The fifth Pillar of Islam is to undertake the pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in one's lifetime, if one is able, during the first days of Dhu'l-Hijja, the twelfth month of the Muslim calendar.
http://www.pbs.org/empires/islam/faithbelief.html
excusion to the Mosque
Where was it, What did you see and do at the mosque?
Gallipoli Mosque is located in Auburn. At the mosque we saw the different features of the building and the main hall. We were given a guided tour and talk from a representative of the Muslim community.
What did you Learn? - identify major items/facts
We learnt about their culture, including how and when they pray. We learnt about the compulsory pilgrimage, to Mecca that every Muslim must take in their lifetime. We were informed about the different features of the Mosque, both inside and out, and the purposes that they serve. We also learnt about their views and traits for God.
What have you gained from the experience?
From the experience I have gained a wide knowledge of different religions, and their practices. It was an interesting and informing experience.
Gallipoli Mosque is located in Auburn. At the mosque we saw the different features of the building and the main hall. We were given a guided tour and talk from a representative of the Muslim community.
What did you Learn? - identify major items/facts
We learnt about their culture, including how and when they pray. We learnt about the compulsory pilgrimage, to Mecca that every Muslim must take in their lifetime. We were informed about the different features of the Mosque, both inside and out, and the purposes that they serve. We also learnt about their views and traits for God.
What have you gained from the experience?
From the experience I have gained a wide knowledge of different religions, and their practices. It was an interesting and informing experience.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
facts about islam
-What does Islam mean?
The arabic word 'Islam' means submission and derives from a word meaning peace.
-What are the origins of Islam?
the origins go back to the prophet and patriarch Abraham, and their three prophets are directly descended from his sons Muhammad from the eldest, Ishmael, and Moses and Jesus from Isaac. Abraham established the settlement which today is the city of Makkah, and built the Ka'ba towards which all Muslims turn when they pray. 645AD
-How does someone become a Muslim
by simply saying 'there is no god apart from God, and Muhammad is the Messenger of God.' By this believer announces his or her faith in all God's messengers, and the scriptures they brought.
-How do Muslims practice their religion?
~Pray 5 times a day
~ wash themselves before prayer
~face the direction of Mecca while Praying
~uphold the five pillars of Islam
-What is the Ka'ba?
The Ka'ba is the place of worship which God commanded Abraham and Ishmael to build over four thousand years ago. The building was constructed of stone on what many believe was the original site of a sanctuary established by Adam. God commanded Abraham to summon all mankind to visit this place, and when pilgrims go there today they say 'At Thy service, O Lord', in response to Abraham's summons.
-What were the highlights of of Muhammeds life?
At the age of 40 he gets his first revation from Gabrielle, Founder of Islam, Was the chosen messenger from God
-What is the Qu'ran?
The Quran is a record of the exact words revealed by God through the Angel Gabriel to the Prophet Muhammad. Islam holy book. Not one word of the 114 chapters has been changed over the centuries.
Information from: http://www.islamicity.com/mosque/uiatm/un_islam.htm
The arabic word 'Islam' means submission and derives from a word meaning peace.
-What are the origins of Islam?
the origins go back to the prophet and patriarch Abraham, and their three prophets are directly descended from his sons Muhammad from the eldest, Ishmael, and Moses and Jesus from Isaac. Abraham established the settlement which today is the city of Makkah, and built the Ka'ba towards which all Muslims turn when they pray. 645AD
-How does someone become a Muslim
by simply saying 'there is no god apart from God, and Muhammad is the Messenger of God.' By this believer announces his or her faith in all God's messengers, and the scriptures they brought.
-How do Muslims practice their religion?
~Pray 5 times a day
~ wash themselves before prayer
~face the direction of Mecca while Praying
~uphold the five pillars of Islam
-What is the Ka'ba?
The Ka'ba is the place of worship which God commanded Abraham and Ishmael to build over four thousand years ago. The building was constructed of stone on what many believe was the original site of a sanctuary established by Adam. God commanded Abraham to summon all mankind to visit this place, and when pilgrims go there today they say 'At Thy service, O Lord', in response to Abraham's summons.
-What were the highlights of of Muhammeds life?
At the age of 40 he gets his first revation from Gabrielle, Founder of Islam, Was the chosen messenger from God
-What is the Qu'ran?
The Quran is a record of the exact words revealed by God through the Angel Gabriel to the Prophet Muhammad. Islam holy book. Not one word of the 114 chapters has been changed over the centuries.
Information from: http://www.islamicity.com/mosque/uiatm/un_islam.htm
Monday, October 10, 2011
Islam Introduction
1. the words Islam and muslim both mean submission
2. Muslims believe that Allah madde everything
3. the muslim holy book is called the Qu'ran
4. a star and cresent moon is the symbol of Islam
5. a Muslim should submit to Allah because he is their God
6. Muslims think that Mhammad is a significant prophet but not a god
7.
8. Two Muslim countries are Saudi Arabia and Pakistan
2. Muslims believe that Allah madde everything
3. the muslim holy book is called the Qu'ran
4. a star and cresent moon is the symbol of Islam
5. a Muslim should submit to Allah because he is their God
6. Muslims think that Mhammad is a significant prophet but not a god
7.
8. Two Muslim countries are Saudi Arabia and Pakistan
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