Islam practices

Cards (17)

what is remembered on Eid-Ul-adha?
how prophet muhammad willingly sacrificed his son
how is Eid-Ul-Adha celebrated?
sacrificing a lamb
prayers at the mosque
meat split three ways: individuals, poor, family and friends
what is a SofA for Eid Ul Adha?
'it is neither their meat nor their blood that reaches Allah but it is piety from you that reaches him.' (22:37)
what does Salah mean?
prayer
how many times do shia muslims pray?
3!
how many times do sunni muslims pray?
5!
how do shia muslims pray?
always place a natural substance on their head (e.g: stone)
arms are folded differently
how do sunni muslims pray?
just by using a prayer mat
arms are folded infront
SofA for salah?
'prayer prohibits immorality and wrongdoing.'
what does Jihad mean?
to strive or to struggle against evil
what is the ultimate aim of Jihad?
to face the Greater Jihad (inner struggle)
to become stronger in their faith
SofA for Jihad?
'this is Allah's way of leading straight. This is the only way to curb your struggles and be a better muslim.'
what is lesser jihad?
Physical struggle or warfare in defense of Islam. All peaceful methods must be tries b4 going to war as a last resort!
what are the conditions of lesser jihad?
not harming innocent civilians
using reasonable force
what is Zakat?
giving money to charity (2.5%)
what do Shia muslims give, in addition to Zakat?
an extra 20% (khums) ontop of the 2.5%
SofA for Zakat?
'Be steadfast in prayer and giving.'