Discovering Islam
Discovering Islam is an invitation to learn about the fundamental message, spirit, and practice of Islam. This book covers an array of essential concepts, practices, and beliefs. It takes you through the core principle of the Oneness of God to the most contemporary concept of (jihad).
Discovering Islam is an invitation to learn about the fundamental
message, spirit, and practice of Islam. This book covers an array
of essential concepts, practices, and beliefs. It takes you through
the core principle of the Oneness of God to the most
contemporary concept of (jihad).
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GLOSSARY<br />
Adhaan: a call for prayer<br />
Adl: justice<br />
Al-Fatiha: The opening chapter of the Quran<br />
Aslama: Surrendered<br />
Asr: Afternoon<br />
Barzakh: The universe that separates death from the Day of<br />
Resurrection<br />
Bint: Daughter<br />
Fajr: Dawn<br />
Fitra: Natural disposition<br />
Hajj: Pilgrimage to Mecca<br />
Hijrah: Migration of the Prophet from Mecca to Madina<br />
Ibn: Son<br />
Iddah: Waiting period for a woman after divorce<br />
Iqaama: The announcement for the beginning of the prayer<br />
Imamah: Leadership after the Prophet<br />
Imam(s) : Successor(s) to the Prophet<br />
Isha: Night prayers<br />
Jabr: Compulsion<br />
Jenaba: State of sexual impurity<br />
Jihad: To strive<br />
Ka’bah: House of Allah in Mecca
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