What is the holy book of Islam called?

The Muslim scripture is the Holy Qur’an.

Muslims believe it is ‘the word of God’. Muslim beliefs and practices are rooted in the Qur’an.

Muslims treat the Qur’an with great respect because they believe that the Qur’an is from Allah, and every word and every letter is sacred. It is usually placed on a special wooden stand to be read. Muslims regard the Qur’an as the unaltered word of God.

Where do Muslims worship?

The Muslim building for communal worship is called a mosque. Muslims often refer to the mosque by its Arabic name, masjid. The word comes from the Arabic for “place of prostration”.

Very often Mosques have a domed roof and a tall tower called a minaret. Muslims are called to prayer from the minaret. The man who who enters the minaret and calls them to prayer is called a muezzin.

In Britain, calling Muslims to pray this way is not allowed, so some Islamic communities broadcast the call to prayer on a radio frequency which Muslims can pick up in their homes and places of work using a small receiver.

There are no pictures or statues in a mosque. They are decorated with patterns and words from the Qur’an. There is also very little furniture inside because Muslims use prayer mats for prayer.

When people go into the mosque they take off their shoes. This is to keep it clean for prayer.

There is often a fountain or pool, or at least an area with water where people can wash (wudu). Muslim wash their hands, mouth, throat, nose, ears, arms up to the elbow and feet. This is a sacred wash that symbolises spiritual cleansing and purity in readiness for coming before God.

There is always a quibla wall in a Mosque which is the one facing Makkah (Mecca), it has an empty arch to signify the direction. It is important that Muslims always know the direction of Mecca. (see pray)

Women do not pray in the same place as men, there is usually a screened off area for them.

When are services held?

Services are held every day at the Mosque.

When is the most important service at the Mosque held? On Friday at noon . All Muslims go to the mosque on Friday. Is a special day for prayer.

What do Muslims believe?

The basic belief of Islam is that there is only one God, whose name in the Arabic language is Allah, and who is the sole and sovereign ruler of the universe.

Muslims have 6 main beliefs

1. Belief in Allah as the one and only God.
2. Belief in angels.
3. Belief in the holy books.
4. Belief in the Prophets (special messengers).
   e.g. Adam, Ibrahim (Abraham), Musa (Moses), Dawud (David), Isa (Jesus).
   Muhammad (peace be upon him) is the final prophet.
5. Belief in the Day of Judgement…
   The day when the life of every human being will be assessed to decide whether they go to heaven or hell.
6. Belief in Predestination… That Allah has already decided what will happen. Muslims believe that this doesn’t stop human beings making free choices

Who or what is Allah?

Allah is the name Muslims use for the supreme and unique God, who created and rules everything. The heart of faith for all Muslims is obedience to Allah’s will.

Who is Muhammad (peace be upon him)?

Muhammad (pbuh) was born around 570 A.D. in the city of Mecca on the Arabian Peninsula. Muslims believe that Muhammad (pbuh) is the last in a line of prophets that includes Moses, Abraham, and Isa (Jesus). Muhammad (pbuh) proclaimed that the Quran was the last Book of God, and that he himself was the last Prophet.

The Qur’an is a record of the exact words revealed by Allah through the Arch Angel Gabriel to Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). Muhammad (pbuh) memorized and wrote down the words.

Muhammad (pbuh) interpreted the words in his daily life. Therefore, many of the things which Muhammad (pbuh) did and said were remembered and carefully recorded. The stories and sayings help Muslims to understand the Quran and put what it teaches into practice in their daily lives.

Islam / Muslim

Image of Islam

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

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