Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Medieval Middle East and Africa - Review - Islam

History of Islam

  • Who were the Quraysh?  Who are the Bedouin?  
  • Give a brief overview of Muhammad's life. 
  • Why are Mecca and Medina important to the history of Islam?
  • How did Islam expand under Muhammad?  Under the first four caliphs?
  • Why is there a divide between Shi'ite and Sunni Muslims?

Beliefs of Islam

  • What is the Qur'an?
  • What are the five pillars of Islam?  Explain what each one means in practice.
  • What religious differences are there between Shi'ites and Sunnis?
  • How do Muslims settle disputes?

Religious Practice

  • What kinds of food/drink restrictions do Muslims practice?  
  • Describe Ramadan.
  • What is a mosque?  Explain its main features and how it is used.
  • What happens on the Hajj?

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