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Glossary of Terms

1. Allah: The Arabic word for God, used by Muslims to refer to the one and only deity in Islam.

2. Quran: The holy book of Islam, believed to be the literal word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.

Glossary of Terms

1. Allah: The Arabic word for God, used by Muslims to refer to the one and only deity in Islam.

2. Quran: The holy book of Islam, believed to be the literal word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.

3. Prophet Muhammad: The final prophet in Islam, who received revelations from God and is considered the messenger of Islam.

4. Mosque: A place of worship for Muslims, where they gather for prayer, community activities, and religious education.

5. Salah (Salat): The Islamic ritual prayer performed five times a day by Muslims, facing the Kaaba in Mecca.

6. Imam: A religious leader who leads prayers in a mosque and often provides guidance on religious matters.

7. Hijab: A headscarf worn by Muslim women as a sign of modesty and submission to God's will.

8. Halal: Permissible or lawful in Islamic law. It applies to food, behaviour, and various aspects of daily life.

9. Haram: Forbidden or unlawful in Islamic law. It applies to actions, behaviours, and substances that are prohibited.

10. Sunnah: The teachings, actions, and sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, considered a source of guidance and tradition in Islam.


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