Islam
/'izlɑ:m/
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Definition
- Noun:
- The monotheistic religious system of Muslims: "Islam" is the monotheistic religion founded in Arabia in the 7th century, based on the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad as recorded in the Quran. It is considered a comprehensive way of life.
- The collective civilization of Muslims: "Islam" can also refer to the global community of Muslims and the culture and civilization shaped by the Islamic faith.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The core beliefs of Islam are summarized in the Five Pillars.
- She is studying the history and spread of Islam.
- Islam has a rich tradition of art, science, and philosophy.
Advanced Usage
- "to convert to Islam": to adopt the Islamic faith.
- After years of study, he decided to convert to Islam.
- "the world of Islam": referring to the global Muslim community or the regions where Islam is predominant.
- This scholar has traveled extensively in the world of Islam.
Variants and Related Words
- Islamic (adj): relating to Islam.
- Islamic art is known for its intricate geometric patterns.
- Muslim (n): an adherent of Islam.
- A Muslim prays five times a day.
- Islamist (n): typically refers to a person who advocates for making Islamic law the basis of political and social life. (Note: This is a distinct and often politicized term, not synonymous with "Muslim").
Synonyms
- Muslim faith: A direct synonym for the religion.
- Mohammedanism: An older, now generally offensive term, as it can imply worship of Muhammad rather than God (Allah).
Related Phrases
- Pillar of Islam: refers to one of the five fundamental acts of worship in Islam.
- Charity to the poor is one of the Pillars of Islam.
- House of Islam (Dar al-Islam): a traditional term for regions where Islamic law prevails.
- In medieval times, scholars moved freely within the House of Islam.
Related Idioms
- "Islam is a way of life": A common phrase emphasizing that Islam provides guidance for all aspects of daily life, not just ritual worship.
- For believers, Islam is a way of life governing ethics, commerce, and family.
Noun
- the monotheistic religious system of Muslims founded in Arabia in the 7th century and based on the teachings of Muhammad as laid down in the Koran
- Islam is a complete way of life, not a Sunday religion
- the term Muhammadanism is offensive to Muslims who believe that Allah, not Muhammad, founded their religion
- the civilization of Muslims collectively which is governed by the Muslim religion
- Islam is predominant in northern Africa, the Middle East, Pakistan, and Indonesia