RELIGION AND AFRICA

Religion helped to shape the continent of Africa.  Islam was a major force in shaping how modern Africa came to be, so for us to understand Africa we must first understand the Islamic religion.  

1) What does the word Islam mean?

2) What are the five pillars of Islam (explain each on in detail giving the Arabic name and English translation and then a description of each)

3) Who do Muslims refer to as the last of the Prophets? 

4) What do Muslims believe about Jesus?

5) What/ where is Mecca (Makkah)?

6) What does Halal mean?

7) How many Muslims are there in the world? What are the two major groups of Muslims?

8) What is an Imam? 

9) What is Jihad?