Islam Key word and meaning

Haram

• Any actions or things which are forbidden within Islam.

• A type of prayer in Islam.

• A form of charity given to the poor.

• A celebration of the end of Ramadan.

Tawhid

• ‘Oneness’ in reference to God. The basic Muslim belief in the oneness of God.

• The belief in multiple gods and deities.

• A concept in Christianity referring to the Trinity.

• A philosophical idea about the nature of existence.

Shariah

• A way of life that Muslims believe is set by God.

• A legal system only for criminal cases.

• A set of rituals performed during prayer.

• A historical document outlining Islamic laws.

Jihad

• ‘To strive/ struggle’ There are two forms of jihad: Greater and Lesser.

• A religious obligation to perform pilgrimage to Mecca.

• A form of prayer performed five times a day.

• A historical battle fought by early Muslims.

Muslim

• A person who follows the teachings of Jesus Christ.

• A person who participates in the act of submission to the will of God (Allah).

• A person who practices Buddhism and follows the Eightfold Path.

• A person who believes in multiple gods and practices polytheism.

Islam

• The act of submitting to the will of God (Allah).

• A religion that originated in India.

• A form of government led by religious leaders.

• A philosophical belief system about the nature of existence.

Prophethood/

Risalah*

• Messengers of God.

• Prophets of the Past.

• Divine Revelations.

• Spiritual Leaders.

Ummah

• Means ‘community’. Refers to the worldwide community who share a common religious identity.

• A term used to describe a specific religious sect.

• A historical term for a group of prophets.

• A concept related to economic cooperation among nations.

Mosque/masjid

• A place of prostration for Muslims, it is a communal place of worship.

• A type of Islamic prayer performed in congregation.

• A building used for educational purposes in Islam.

• A marketplace for trading goods in Muslim communities.

Halal

• Actions or things which are permitted within Islam.

• Actions or things that are forbidden in Islam.

• Actions or things that are neutral in Islam.

• Actions or things that are recommended in Islam.