Islam For Kids

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What does Islam mean?

The Arabic word 'Islam' means submission and obedience, and derives from a word meaning 'peace'.

What is Islam based on?

Islam is based on the ministry of a man named Muhammad (peace be upon him), and on the words that Allah gave to the world through Muhammad.
(NB. Muhammad is so esteemed by Muslims that it is usual to utter the blessing "peace be upon him" after his name.)

What or who is a Muslim?

A Muslim is a follower of the religion of Islam.

Who is Muhammad (peace be upon him)?

Muhammad (pbuh) was born around 570 A.D. in the city of Mecca on the Arabian peninsula. Muslims believe that Muhammad (pbuh) is the last in a line of prophets that includes Moses, Abraham, and Isa (Jesus). Muhammad (pbuh) proclaimed that the Quran was the last Book of God, and that he himself was the last Prophet.
The Qur'an is a record of the exact words revealed by Allah through the Arch Angel Gabriel to Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). Muhammad (pbuh) memorized and wrote down the words.
Muhammad (pbuh) interpreted the words in his daily life. Therefore many of the things which Muhammad (pbuh) did and said were remembered and carefully recorded. The stories and sayings help Muslims to understand the Quran and put what it teaches into practice in their daily lives.

What is the holy book of Islam called?

The Muslim scripture is the Holy Qur'an. Muslims believe it is 'the word of God'. Muslim beliefs and practices are rooted in the Qur'an.

Muslims treat the Qur'an with great respect because they believe that the Qur'an is from Allah, and every word and every letter is sacred. It is usually placed on a special wooden stand to be read.
Muslims regard the Qur'an as the unaltered word of God.

Where do Muslims worship?

The Muslim building for communal worship is called a mosque. Muslims often refer to the mosque by its Arabic name, masjid. The word comes from the Arabic for "place of prostration".
Very often Mosques have a domed roof and a tall tower called a minaret. Muslims are called to prayer from the minaret. The man who who enters the minaret and calls them to prayer is called a muezzin.
When people go into the mosque they take off their shoes. This is to keep it clean for prayer.
There is often a fountain or pool, or at least an area with water where people can wash (wudu). Muslim wash their hands, mouth, throat, nose, ears, arms up to the elbow and feet. This is a sacred wash that symbolises spiritual cleansing and purity in readiness for coming before God.
There is always a quibla wall in a Mosque which is the one facing Makkah (Mecca), it has an empty arch to signify the direction. It is important that Muslims always know the direction of Mecca.
Women do not pray in the same place as men, there is usually a screened off area for them.

When are services held?
Services are held every day at the Mosque.

When is the most important service at the Mosque held?
On Friday at noon . All Muslims go to the mosque on Friday. Is a special day for prayer.


What are the five Pillars of Islam?

These are five duties that every Muslim is obliged to perform. The five pillars of Islam help Muslims put their faith into action.
  • Shahadah: declaration of faith
    "I bear witness that there is no god, but God; I bear witness that Muhammad is the prophet of God." By reciting this, one enters Islamic faith.
  • Salah: prayer
    Muslims are required to pray five times a day, washing themselves before prayer and facing in the direction of Mecca while praying.
  • Zakat: giving a fixed proportion to charity
    Muslims are required to give away a percentage of their earnings to those less fortunate, regardless of their religion.
  • Saum: fasting during the month of Ramadan
    Muslims fast for one lunar month each year, a period called Ramadan. During this time, Muslims reflect on their behaviour and strive to purify their thoughts.
  • Hajj: pilgrimage to Mecca
    If it is financially possible, Muslims are required to travel to Mecca once in their lifetime.
 

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This thread has something for islamic kids out there.They are supposed to learn arabics as they are new to the language and dont have any prior knowledge about the alphabets and grammer .But the islamic kids who have arabic for beginners might be able to learn arabic efficiently.
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