ISLAMIC

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ISLAMIC CIVILISATIONS
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Where is the Middle East?
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The Holy City of Mecca
Mecca is the most important city in Islam. It is
where Islam was born and where Muhammad
ruled. The Kaaba is there, a large black box
which contains the most important artefact of
Islam, a piece of rock from Heaven found by
Abraham. Millions visit each year, and only
Muslims are allowed to enter the city.
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• Islam is the fastest growing religion in the
  world
• Islam is the main religion in the Middle East
• It was founded by Muhammad in 610 CE
• Islam believes There is one God, Allah, and the
  prophet Muhammad was his messenger
• Islam means submission to God

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The Five Pillars
Islam has five main duties and beliefs which all
Muslims should carry out. These are called the
Five Pillars and they support the entire faith.
Salah Prayer
Fasting
Hajj Pilgrimmage to Mecca
Zakah Giving to Charity
Shahadah - declaration of faith
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• ALL MUSLIMS SHOULD
• Declare their faith - There is one God, Allah and
  Muhammad is his messenger
• Fast during the holy month of Ramadan
• Pray five times a day, facing the direction of
  Mecca
• Give 10 of what they earn to charity
• Visit the holy city of Mecca at least once in
  their lifetime

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• TASK
• Draw and label the five pillars of Islam in your
  books.
• Draw a timeline of the development of Islam, here
  are some key events you will need to include.
• 610AD Muhammad begins preaching
• 622 the Hijrah, the first Muslim community begins
• 632 Muhammad dies
• 1199 the capture of Jerusalem
• 1215 The Third Crusade