HISTORY
HISTORY OF THE MIDDLE EAST
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Question
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Both support the belief of reincarnation
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Both provide a guide to moral and ethical behavior
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Both encouraged the worship of many gods
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Both promoted the ownership of slaves
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Detailed explanation-1: -The five pillars – the declaration of faith (shahada), prayer (salah), alms-giving (zakat), fasting (sawm) and pilgrimage (hajj) – constitute the basic norms of Islamic practice. They are accepted by Muslims globally irrespective of ethnic, regional or sectarian differences.
Detailed explanation-2: -Hajj, the pilgrimage to Makkah, is the fifth pillar and the most significant manifestation of Islamic faith and unity in the world. For those Muslims who are physically and financially able to make the journey to Makkah, the Hajj is a once in a lifetime duty that is the peak of their religious life.
Detailed explanation-3: -EFFECTS How does carrying out the Five Pillars and other laws of Islam affect the daily lives of Muslims? It compromises their time because they have to pray five times a day. They are also constantly reminded about religion during the day. How did observing Islamic teachings create unity among Muslims?
Detailed explanation-4: -Profession of Faith (shahada). The belief that “There is no god but God, and Muhammad is the Messenger of God” is central to Islam. Prayer (salat). Muslims pray facing Mecca five times a day: at dawn, noon, mid-afternoon, sunset, and after dark. Alms (zakat). Fasting (sawm). Pilgrimage (hajj).