Fact file : Islam
Facts
Prophet Muhammad was the
founder of Islam.
The Arabic word Islam means
submission and obedience and
derives from a word meaning
peace.
A Muslim is a follower of the
religion of Islam.
Facts
The Muslim scripture is a Holy
Qur'an
Muslim building for communal
worship is called a mosque.
Main Muslim Festivals
Ramadan is the ninth month of the
Islamic calendar and a time when
Muslims across the world fast during
the hours of daylight.
Dhu Al Hijja: The month of pilgrimage
during which all muslims , at least
once in their life should make the
pilgrimage to Mecca.
Main Muslim Festivals
Al Hijja: The Islamic New year
begins on the day Prophet
Muhammad left Mecca to travel to
Mediana.
By SHARDIYA