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Islam: Exam study sheets

Is Mohammad the founder of Islam

Islam is typically recognized as a religion which is founded by Mohammad . However , when Muslims are asked about the origin of Islam they do not consider Mohammad as the founder but God himself

Was his proclamation of Monotheism new

During Mohammad 's time , the proclamation of monotheism is new . It should be noted that earlier religions like Buddhism believe in numerous gods and goddesses . Judaism on the other hand is confined only to the Israelites . Christianity believes in one God but in three persons . In

Islam , Allah is proclaimed as the only ' God and Jesus is a prophet

What , according to M , is the `standing miracle`

According to Mohammad , the standing miracle refers to the Qur 'an which is considered as the earthly center of Muslim faith . It should be noted that M considers this book as God 's miracle through him recognizing that the Christian scripture is corrupted . Qur 'an according to M is the final , infallible revelation of God 's will

Is there a tradition of miracles in Islam

Yes , the Muslims believe in a tradition of miracles as with any other religion which highlights the miraculous and superior power of Allah

Does Islam believe in Original Sins

Islam does not believe in original sins because they preach that God created everything and everything that God created is good . Thus , there is no room for original sin which is considered bad

What is the problem of the human condition , according to Islam

The main problem of human condition according to Islam is man 's forgetfulness . Man 's nature is irrevocably good yet human beings often forget their divine origin thus , facilitating the entry of sin in their hearts

The five pillars of Islam

The five pillars of Islam are as follows

Shahadah or the belief that there is no God but Allah and Mohammad is his prophet

Canonical prayers which is done five times a day

Charity which means giving away 2 .5 of one 's properties each year

Ramadan which refers to fasting from food , water , and sex for a month that highlights discipline , compassion , and gives time for a Muslim to reflect

Pilgrimage to Mecca once in a lifetime

What does Islam teach on the use of force

Islam supports the use of force in to make a wrong thing right It should be noted that Muslims often join in holy war ' in to defend their faith . The religion does not advocate the Christianity 's teaching of turning the other cheek ' but to use force in to fight for which is right

Can you describe the difference between Sunnis and Shi-ites

The main difference bing Sunnis and Shi-ites is the decision of who should succeed Mohammad after his death . The Sunnis believe that the first four caliphs rightfully took the place of M as religious leaders Shi-ites in contrast believe that only the heirs of the fourth caliphs are the legitimate successors of Mohammad

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