Origins of Islam

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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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What took Muhammad to places beyond the Arabian Peninsula?

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making caravan trips for trade

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What geographic feature made Makkah a wealthy city?

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location on trade routes

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According to Islamic teachings, what did the angel Gabriel tell Muhammad to do?

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teach monotheism

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The word Muslim means one who

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surrenders to God

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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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What teaching by Muhammad most upset the leaders of Mecca?

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The rich should share their wealth.

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Why did the leaders of Makkah want to keep polytheism?

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It brought pilgrims to their city.