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Islam is a monotheistic and Abramic religion stating the Quran as it's religious text being stated verbatim from God, it is also lead by the teachings of Mohammad the last prophet of God. An adherent to Islam is called a Muslim.

Contributors in Islam

Islam

Messenger

Religion; Islam

A person appointed by Allah as guide of the mankind to the right path

Kafir

Religion; Islam

Refers to the non-believing; those who do not believe in Allah or in the words of the Qur'an.

Ka'ba

Religion; Islam

Cube-shaped and sacred, the Ka'ba is a monument located in Mecca that holds a special, sacred black stone. During prayer, Muslims all around the world are required to face toward the Ka'ba.

Qur'an

Religion; Islam

The Qur'an is the text foundation of Islam. It is believed that the angel Gabriel disclosed the Qur'an to Muhammad in sections, over a 20-year period.

Sawn

Religion; Islam

Sawn means "fasting," which refers to the religious fasting that occurs during the month of Ramadan and for other occasions. Sawn is also included in the Five Pillars of Islam.

Sa'y

Religion; Islam

Sa'y refers to the ritual that represents Hagar's search for water, which is to run seven times between two low hill in Mecca during one's hajj.

Jizya

Religion; Islam

A tax that is required of Jews, Christians, Zoroastrians, and Hindus if they wanted to live under Muslim rule.

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