Information About Islam

Islam / Muslim

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Islam is the second most popular religion in the world with over a thousand million followers. It is more often thought of as a complete way of life rather than a religion.
Islam began in Arabia and was revealed to humanity by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Those who follow Islam are called Muslims. Muslims believe that there is only one God, called Allah.
Islam is mainly followed in the Middle East, Asia, and the north of Africa.

Place of Origin.Saudi Arabia
Founder.Muslims believe in a chain of prophets starting with Adam.
Sacred Text.The Qur’an
Sacred Building.Mosque
Holy Places.Mecca, Medina, Jerusalem
Major Festivals.Ramadan, Eid-ul-Fitr, Eid-ul-Adha

Who is the founder of Islam?
The prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), who was born in A.D. 570 at Mecca, in Saudi Arabia, is often regarded as the founder of Islam. He was the last prophet to be sent by Allah. However the first prophet was Adam.

There were many prophets before Muhammad (pbuh) including: Adam, Noah, Abraham (Ibrahim), Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Job, Moses (Musa), Aaron, David, Solomon, Elias, Jonah, John the Baptist, and Jesus (Isa), peace be upon them. (peace be upon him – Muhammad is so revered that it is usual to make this statement every time his name is mentioned)

What does Islam mean?

The Arabic word ‘Islam’ means submission and obedience, and derives from a word meaning ‘peace’.

What is Islam based on?

Islam is based on the ministry of a man named Muhammad (peace be upon him), and on the words that Allah gave to the world through Muhammad.
(NB. Muhammad is so esteemed by Muslims that it is usual to utter the blessing “peace be upon him” after his name

What or who is a Muslim?

A Muslim is a follower of the religion of Islam