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Understanding Islam: The Qur'an, Sunnah, and Shariah

Discover the essential teachings of Islam through the Qur'an and Sunnah, guiding Muslims in their daily lives, laws, and spiritual practices. Explore the significance of Jihad, the Five Pillars of Islam, and the foundations of Islamic law, known as Shariah.

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Understanding Islam: The Qur'an, Sunnah, and Shariah

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  1. Mr. Burton 12.2: Please grab your folder, writing utensil, and paper. Please, silently sit.

  2. Big Idea • Sacred texts called the Qur’an and the Sunnah guide Muslims in their religion, daily life, and laws.

  3. Qu’ran gives people a way of living in Islam • The world has a definite end, and on that final day, God will judge all people. • The Qur’an sets out guidelines for moral behavior, acts of worship, and rules for social life • Muslims were encouraged to free slaves. • Women could own property, earn money, and receive an education. • The Qur’an discusses Jihad, whichmeans to make an effort, or to struggle. Jihad refers to the inner struggle people go through in their effort to obey God and behave according to Islamic ways. • Jihad can also mean the struggle to defend the Muslim community, or historically, to convert people to Islam. The word has also been translated as “holy war.”

  4. Expectations of Islam life • The hadith is the written record of Muhammad’s words and actions. It is the basis for the Sunnah. • The Sunnah provides a model for the duties and way of life expected of Muslims. • The first duties of a Muslim are known as the Five Pillars of Islam, which are five acts of worship required of all Muslims.

  5. Five Pillars of Islam • Saying “There is no god but God, and Muhammad is his prophet” • Praying five times a day • Giving to the poor and needy • Fasting during the holy month of Ramadan • Traveling to Mecca at least once on a hajj

  6. Islamic law is based on Qu’ran and Sunnah The Qur’an and the Sunnah form the basis of Islamic law, or Shariah. Shariah is a system based on Islamic sources and human reason that judges the rightness of actions taken.

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