TCI Islam in Medieval Times

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Why is the city of Mecca important in Muslim tradition?

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It was the birthplace of Muhammad.

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Why is the Qur’an the holy book of Islam?

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It records the words of God spoken by Gabriel.

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Before Muhammad was born, the people of Arabia were united by a common language.

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a common language

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How did the Muslim empire treat Jews and Christians differently from Muslims?

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It charged them extra taxes.

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Islam teaches that Jews and Christians are “People of the Book” because they

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have holy writings given by God.

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Islam, Judaism, and Christianity have much in common including

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the same people in their sacred texts.

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A chart listing the Five Pillars of Islam would include which of the following?
- Study the Qur'an.
- Give to the needy.
- Honor your parents.
- Observe the Sabbath.

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Give to the needy.

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What would you most likely see if you went to Mecca during hajj?

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millions of Muslims from all around the world

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Why did Muslims who conquered non-Muslims usually leave them free to practice their own religion?

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The Qur'an forbade forcing others to convert.

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In some countries Islamic law is the law of the land. Other Muslim nations have a non-religion-based legal system. What does this show about Islamic culture?

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It varies from place to place.