Islam

Arabian Peninsula Nomads- people who live a mobile, or wandering existence Caravans- large groups of traders that traveled across the desert Peninsula contained deserts, oases, mountains, and fertile coastland

The Quran Quran- holy book of Islam Rules of Islamic life Written in Arabic

Muslim Belief God in Arabic: Allah Mosque- house of worship Also believed in Abraham and Jesus

Five Pillars of Islam Declaration of Faith Muslims must regularly say, “There is no god but God, and Mohammed is his prophet.”

Five Pillars of Islam Prayer Muslims must pray five times each day, facing in the direction of the holy city of Mecca

Five Pillars of Islam Charity Muslims must give money to help those in need

Five Pillars of Islam Fasting Muslims must fast during daylight hours in the month of Ramadan

Five Pillars of Islam Pilgrimage Muslims must make a pilgrimage to Mecca at least one time in their lives if they are able

A Split Among Muslims Shi’a Sunnis Thought ruler should be direct descendant of Mohammad 15% of all Muslims are Shi’a Sunnis Thought any religious man could be the ruler if he had the support of the people and followed Muhammed’s teachings 85% of all Muslims are Sunnis