1. MONOTHEISTIC RELIGIONS
Islam

2. Islam
A monotheistic religion that began in the Middle East about 1,400 years ago
Founded by Muhammad (sometimes spelled Mohammed)
Followers of Islam are called Muslims

3. Ramadan
Holy month celebrated, month when the Koran was first revealed to Muhammad
Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset

4. Mecca City where Muhammad was born
Holy city that Muslims pray to 5 times a day
Pilgrimage city

5. Pilgrimage
A religious journey to a sacred place

6. Mosque
Muslim place of worship

7. Koran/Qu’ran Holy book of Islam
Muslims believe it contains the words of God as told to Muhammad

8. Allah
Arabic word for God

9. Muhammad
Founder (prophet) of Islam

10. 5 Pillars of Faith Five laws that serve as a CODE for Muslims to live by.1
The Testimony of Faith: “There is no true god but God (Allah), and Muhammad is his Prophet.” 2
Pray five times per day 3
Fasting the Month of Ramadan 5
The Pilgrimage to Mecca (at least once in a lifetime) 4
Support of the Needy