Islam

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RELIGION ISLAM
DEFINATION:
The Arabic word “ISLAM” simply means “submission” , and derives

from a word meaning “peace” . In religious context it means complete submission to the

will of God. “Mohammedanism” is thus a misnomer because it suggests that Muslims

worship Muhammad rather than God. “ALLAH” is the Arabic name for God, which is

used by Arab Muslims and Christians alike.

Who believes in ISLAM? Why?

Muslims believe in ISLAM they believe in One God who is unique, Incomparable he is

all powerful he is supreme power he has all authorities. God’s complete authority over

human destiny and in life after death. Muslims believe in a chain of prophets starting with

Adam and including Noah, Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Job, Moses, Aaron,

David, Solomon, Elias, Jonah, john, and Jesus, peace be upon them all. But God’s final

message was brought by prophet Muhammad and he was the last prophet.

Who are the Muslims ?

Over one billion people from a vast range of races, nationalities and cultures across the

globe. From the southern Philippines to Nigeria – are united by their common Islamic

faith.About 18% live in the Arab world; but the world’s largest Muslim community is in

Indonesia(130 million),30% of Muslims live in the Indian sub continent,20 % in sub

Saharan African,17 % in South east ASIA, 10 % in the Soviet Union and China. All

Muslims are not Arabs you will see black Muslims, Indian Muslims, American Muslims

Bosinian Muslims, Turkish Muslims and etc Muslims are in many countries and are in

many colors.

Why does Islam often seem strange?

Muslims always lead their live according to laws and teaching of their religion(ISLAM)

where as in Christianity they don’t do that. Muslims have religion always uppermost in

their minds,and make no division between secular and sacred. They b...