1. Islam and Conflict
Ms. Baquedano

2. Jihad Commonly used by terrorists to justify acts of terror
In reality means “to strive” or the daily struggle to please god
Qur’an forbids Muslims from forcing conversion
Under the Qur’an Muslims…
Cannot hurt civilians
Have to honor agreements with enemies
Cannot hurt women, children, or elderly
Dead bodies cannot be disturbed
Cannot destroy property, crops, or churches

3. Shari’ah Are Islamic laws, Muslims duties towards god
Laws come from Sunnah and the Qur’an
Five categories of actions
Forbidden
Discouraged
Allowed
Recommended
And obligatory [ required]

4. Shari’ah Muslims cannot Eat pork Gamble Drink
“display their beauty to strangers”
This is in reference to their veils or Hijabs

5. Types of Hair Coverings

6. Shari’ah Have courts to help decide cases
Qadi is a judge and hears the case
They make a ruling
Sometimes will consults a mufti for an opinion