AP World History – Islam and Sikhism – Flashcards
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Location of Sikhism
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Punjab (NW India)
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When did Sikhism develop?
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15th century
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How many people practice Sikhism?
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27 million; 9th largest religion
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Founder of Sikhism?
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Guru Nanak
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Teacher and student of Sikhism?
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Guru; Sikh
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2 of the 5 k's
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Kesh - uncut hair Kara - iron bracelet (constant bond with God)
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What does Sikhism reject?
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Caste system
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Islam is a _______________________ faith.
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Monotheistic
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What are followers of Islam referred to as?
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Muslims
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God of Islam?
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Allah
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What is the Qu'ran?
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The record of Allah's words transmitted through Muhammad
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how is salvation achieved in Islam?
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Submission to the will of Allah by following 5 pillars
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5 Pillars of Islam
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1. Confession of Faith 2. Prayer 5 times daily 3. Charity to the needy 4. Fasting during month of Ramadan 5. Pilgrimage (Hajj) to Mecca at least once
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What is the Hajj?
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Pilgrimage to Mecca
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What is the connection between Islam and Christianity/Judaism?
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Islam accepts Abraham, Moses, and Jesus as prophets but not Jesus as the Son of God
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Who was the last great prophet?
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Muhammad
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What is a central belief of Islam?
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All people are equal before God and everyone should be converted to the faith
