Vocab #7

1. – A monotheistic religion founded by Muhammad.
7. – Belief that spirits exist in nature and objects.
9. – Struggle in the way of God (spiritual or physical).
10. Pillars – Basic practices of Islam (faith, prayer, charity, fasting, pilgrimage).
11. – A messenger chosen by God to deliver teachings.
12. – Largest branch of Islam; believes leaders should be elected.
15. of the Rock – Islamic shrine in Jerusalem built on a sacred site.
19. (Koran) – Holy book of Islam.
20. – Tool used to find location using stars.
22. – Holiest city in Islam, birthplace of Muhammad.

2. – A follower of Islam.
3. Empire/Kingdom – Ancient African trading kingdom in Ethiopia.
4. – Sacred cube-shaped building in Mecca.
5. – Pilgrimage to Mecca that Muslims must do once if able.
6. – Muhammad’s migration from Mecca to Medina.
8. Sail – Triangular sail that allowed ships to sail against the wind.
11. Henry the Navigator – Portuguese prince who supported exploration.
13. – Place of worship for Muslims.
14. (Shi’a) – Branch of Islam that believes leaders should come from Muhammad’s family.
16. – Tall tower of a mosque used for calling prayer.
17. – Islamic law based on the Qur’an and teachings of Muhammad.
18. – Political and religious leader in Islam after Muhammad.
21. of Tours – 732 battle where Europeans stopped Muslim expansion into France.