Islamic Tiles

Muhammad Born in 570 in Saudi Arabia Wrote the Qur’an and began to preach in 610 Islam is Arabic for “submission” The Qur’an teaches against idolatry and realistic images are not often seen in Islamic art

5 Pillars of Islam Profession of faith Prayer (5 times a day) Almsgiving (tax to the poor) Fasting (during Ramadan) Pilgrimage (to Mecca)

3 types of Islamic patterns Calligraphy Geometric designs Plantlike designs

Calligraphy The art of beautiful writing Found in the Qur’an, books, on buildings, etc.

Geometric Designs Express the logic and order of the universe

Plantlike Patterns Show appreciation for Allah’s (Arabic for God) creation

Tiles Decorate buildings Patterns can go on forever