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  • Essay / Islam Worksheet: Basic Concepts of Islam - 747

    Islam WorksheetWhen studying Islam, it is important to understand the essential elements of the faith, how of which they are practiced and the distinctions between the three branches: Shiite Islam, Sunni Islam. , and Sufism.Write a 1-2 paragraph response for each of the following guidelines and note the differences between the three branches of Islam.1. Explain the meaning of the name Islam. The word Islam is derived from the Arabic root “Salema”: peace, purity, submission and obedience. In religious logic, Islam means submission to the will of God and agreement with his word (Barghout, nd). The meaning of the name Islam is important to the Muslim community. “Islam” because it has many connections with words that mean “peace”. The word is sometimes misunderstood and thought to indicate being imprisoned by Allah. Yet, it is a symbolism for the covenant made between Allah and the Muslim people.2. Explain the basic concepts of Islam. The basic concepts of the Islamic faith stem from the five pillars. The five pillars constitute the essential basic principles of Islamic belief. The five pillars are found in the Holy Quran. These basic concepts must be adopted by those of the Muslim faith (Molloy, page 432, 2010). Muslims (Molloy, page 432, 2010) are expected to:• Have no other god before Allah, believing that no other God exists except Allah and that Muhammad serves as the messenger of Allah.• Prayer is central, praying five times a day.• Charity towards the poor is essential. A trip to Mecca is planned during one's life, unless extenuating circumstances prevent it. 3. Describe the practices of Islam There are many practices of the Islamic faith, and all of them are....... middle of article...... ugh, in theology, the. Philosophy and religion are used to understand the tenets of religions As philosophical views contradict some of the basic tenets of Islam, a devout Muslim might not accept both beliefs because agreeing would call them into question. his personal faith.3. What artistic themes are regularly expressed in Islamic art and architecture? How are these themes explored? How did the Quran influence the development of art in the Islamic world? The artistic theme that reflects Paradise is frequently conveyed through Islamic artwork, form structures, painting, silks and fabrics. Because paradise is the goal of Islam, it is important to express and visualize it in the work of art. The Quran uses many eloquent passages to refer to paradise. It is described as having fruit trees, cool breezes, numerous streams and wild flowers (Molloy, page 469, 2010.)