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All Muslims are required to perform these 5 duties Shahadah, Salah, Zakat, Saum and Hajj

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All Muslims are required to perform these 5 duties Shahadah, Salah, Zakat, Saum and Hajj

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The Buddhism is based on the four teachings of noble truth 

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The Buddhism is based on the four teachings of noble truth 

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Buddhism was born in Lubini but originated in India 

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Buddhism was born in Lubini but originated in India 

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Buddhism has been around for over 2500 years and is practised by over 500 million people 

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Buddhism has been around for over 2500 years and is practised by over 500 million people 

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The Buddha was born in Lubini which  used to be apart of north India but now is a part of Nepal

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Learn more about what Muslims believe. Muslims have six main beliefs, called the Articles of Faith. The primary Muslim belief is that there is only one God.

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There is only one god
They believe in angels
Holy books
Prophets
Day of judgement
Predestination

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There are 1.9 billion people who follow Islam today

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The religion based on the teachings of the Buddha is known as Buddhism. The Buddha was born with the name Siddhartha Gautama and lived sometime in the 6th to the 4th century…

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The Muslim year is based on Lunar calendar.

(Ramadhan)
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and a time when Muslims across the world will fast (do not eat) during the hours of daylight.

The Muslim year is a lunar (moon) year, so Ramadan moves forward by ten or eleven days each year. The day Ramadan begins is decided by the sighting of the new moon.

Muslims believe that the gates of Heaven (Jannah) are open and the gates of Hell (Jahanam) are locked for the duration of Ramadan.

During Ramadan, Muslims celebrate the time when the verses of the Qur'an were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Ramadan is a time of worship and contemplation. A time to strengthen family and community ties.

Every Muslim is expected to fast from sunrise to sunset. Muslims must not eat or drink during daylight hours. During Ramadan Muslims get up early before dawn (Fajr) and have a light meal. This time is known as Suhoor.

At the end of each day (Maghrib), Muslims traditionally break their fast with a meal called the iftar. Following the custom of Prophet Muhammad, the fast is often broken with dates, then followed by a prayer and dinner.

Ramadan concludes with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr.

(Id-ul-Fitr)- The festival for the first day after Ramadan.
Eid-ul-Fitr marks the breaking of the fast for Muslims at the end of Ramadan. Lasting three days, it is a time for family and friends to get together, for celebrating with good food and presents for children, and giving to charity.

The Festival of Sacrifice which occurs 70 days after Eid-al-Fitr.Eid ul-Adha is the second most important festival in the Muslim calendar. It is to remember the time when Abraham was going to sacrifice his own son to prove obedience to God and marks the end of the Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Makkah (Mecca). It takes place on the 10th day of Dhul-Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar.

Dhu Al-Hijja:
The month of pilgrimage during which all Muslims, at least once in their life, should try to make the pilgrimage to Mecca.

Al Hijra:
The Islamic New Year begins on the day Muhammad left Mecca to travel to Medina.
Calendar of Religious Festivals 2008

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The Muslim year is based on Lunar calendar. (Ramadhan) Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and a time when Muslims across the world will fast (do not eat) during the hours of daylight. The Muslim year is a lunar (moon) year, so Ramadan moves forward by ten or eleven days each year.

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What is Islam?

Those who follow the Islamic faith are called Muslims and there are around 1.9 billion Muslims in the world today. This makes Islam one of the world's largest religions , in fact the second-largest religion after Christianity.

Islam is a monotheistic religion, meaning Muslims only believe in one God. The Islamic God is named Allah, the Arabic for God.

It's believed Islam was founded over 1,400 years ago in Mekkah, modern-day Saudi Arabia. Similar to Christians and Jews, Muslims believe that the word of their God was revealed to them through the prophets. However, it is believed in Islam that the Prophet Muhammad was the final prophet who taught Allah's law and revealed the Islamic faith through the angel Gabriel.

We explore some of the traditions, beliefs, history, and culture of the Islamic faith.

The Symbol of Islam

There's no single image or symbol of Islam that is accepted universally by all Muslims.

However, the star and crescent symbol is the most commonly associated symbol of Islam. But it has little to do with the actual faith and its origins are unclear. The crescent moon and star image is believed to predate Islam and is actually the symbol that used to be on the flag of the Ottoman Empire. This was the dominant Muslim power for nearly 700 years. It's now linked with the religion but isn't the official symbol of Islam.

Certain colors have also become very symbolic in Islam and the two most prominent ones are green and white. The color green is mentioned many times in the Quran as the color of clothing in paradise, which is why it's been associated with Islam for centuries.

The 6 Articles of Faith in Islam

The Quran states that there are 6 articles of faith in Islam. They are

There is only one God, Allah.

The belief that Allah passes messages down to Earthbound prophets through Angels.

The books of Islam should be respected because it is the unchanged words of Allah.

All prophets should be respected but not worshiped.

The belief that life on Earth is just a test, once they die Muslims believe they will be put before God and judged for their actions. They will then be sent to Heaven or Hell.

Muslims believe that Allah has a master plan and everything that happens in the universe is predetermined and cannot be changed.

What are the Five Pillars of Islam?

It is in the Quran, where the five main duties of Muslims are stated. These are known as the Five Pillars. The Five Pillars of Islam are:

Shahadah: The declaration of faith and belief in Muhammad. Muslims repeat this several times a day.

Salah: The 5 prayers completed daily.

Hajj: Making a religious pilgrimage to Mekkah at least once during a person's lifetime if able.

Why are the Five Pillars of Islam Important?

The Five Pillars of Islam are very important, practicing them shows that a Muslim is putting their faith first. The Five Pillars are the main frameworks in a Muslim's life and plays a part throughout their every day activities and beliefs.

Following these will also allow Muslims to live a good and responsible life that also brings them closer to God.

Learn more about the history and beliefs of Islam by watching this educational video about this relatively young major religion.

What is the Hijab in Islam?

Use our wealth of information below to help teach your pupils about the hijab principle in Islam, how it's manifested, and what it means for those who practice Islam...

Hijab comes from an Arabic word which means "barrier" or "partition". The hijab in Islam has a more specific meaning because it relates to the principle of modesty in behavior as well as the way that Muslims are expected to dress. So, we can think about the hijab as a principle that is observed or followed by people of the Islamic faith.

Some Muslims believe that hijab refers to the complete covering of everything apart from the hands, face, and feet in long, loose, opaque pieces of clothing. A woman who wears a hijab is called Muhaajaba.
Where does the hijab in Islam come in?
Women of the Islamic faith are required to follow the full hijab principle when in front of any man that in theory, they could potentially marry. This means that Muslim women do not have to completely observe the hijab principle when in the presence of their male family members, so their father, brothers, grandfathers, uncles, or children. It is also not seen as completely necessary for Muslim women to wear something that shows their observation of the hijab in front of other Muslim women.
Forms of the hijab in Islam...
As we now know, the hijab is a principle of Islam which states that those who follow the faith should show modesty in one way or another. Because of that, it's often interpreted in a range of different ways by the variety of people who practice the Islamic faith.

Lots of Muslim women will be seen to wear garments that cover their full body, only exposing their eyes. Some cover every part of their bodies except their face and hands. Others are known to believe that only their hair or chest needs to be hidden, whilst some Muslim women don't observe any particular principles of dress.

Many Muslim women use what is known as a khimaar to cover their hair, ears, and neck whilst outside the home. In English-speaking countries, there is often the misconception that this is called a hijab. Other observations of the hijab include hanging a curtain or some form of a screen between men and women to save them changing dress. This is not so popular now, and was mainly used in the early days of Islam for the wives of the Prophet Muhammad.

However, elderly women are not obliged to follow the hijab principle, as directed in this extract from the Quran:

"Such elderly women as are past the prospect of marriage - there is no blame on them if they lay aside their (outer) garments, provided they make not a wanton display of their beauty: but it is best for them to be modest: and Allah is One Who sees and knows all things" - 24:60

The Awrah
Awrah is an Arabic word that refers to the parts of the body that must be covered in public. For men, it is expected that everything between the neck and the knee are awrah, or covered at all times. For women, there are a few more rules, which we will explore below:

When with unrelated men, some are obliged to cover everything except their hands and face.

Among close male family members, some believe that awrah should be from the neck to the knee.

When with Muslim females, awrah is sometimes from the neck to over the knees.

We know that those who follow the Muslim faith follow these commands from their holy book by covering up certain areas of their bodies in particular situations, depending on who they hold company with.

The Islamic Calendar

The Islamic calendar determines the days of Islamic holidays and rituals. The Islamic holidays and rituals are:
Ramadan
The annual period of fasting and the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. Muslims across the world take part in Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer, reflection and community.

Ramadan is regarded as one of the Five Pillars of Islam and requires Muslims to fast from sunrise until sunset for 29-30 days.

For more information about Ramadan, take a look at this Ramadan Teaching Wiki for facts about this holiday in Islam for kids.
Hajj
Hajj is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and marks the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mekkah. Hajj takes place during the last month of the Islamic calendar and requires every able person to take part in Hajj at least once in their life.

Hajj is the world's largest annual gathering.
Eid al-Adha
The celebration of the Prophet Abraham's sacrifice of his son for Allah, Eid (translating to 'festival' in Arabic), is the time when friends and family join together and worship at their mosque, gift each other with presents and donate money to charity.
Eid al-Fitr
The Festival of the Breaking of the Fast, Eid al-Fitr celebrates the end of Ramadan and similarly to Eid al-Adha is a time for joining and eating together.

More Islamic Celebrations
Eid al-Ghadir
Shia Muslims all around the world take part in huge feasts for the Islam celebration of the prophet Muhammad appointing his successor.
Mawlid al-Nabi al-Sharif
This Islamic celebration is of the birth of the prophet Muhammad. This is celebrated in the third month of the Islamic calendar. Poetry and songs were often performed to the crowds. Most Muslims approve of this celebration but there are some who believe it to be an illicit religious innovation. Countries such as Saudi Arabia and Qatar no longer celebrate Mawlid al-Nabi al-Sharif.
Laylat al-Qadr
This is the Islamic celebration of the Night of Destiny or the Night of Power. In Islam, it is believed to be the night that the Quran was sent down to Earth from Heaven and the first verses were told to Muhammad. The specific date of Laylat al-Qadr is not known or written in the Quran because Allah came to Muhammad in a dream and as he went to tell theSahabah (his companions), he was distracted by people fighting in the street.

What Happens After Death in Islam?

Belief in life after death is one of Islam's Six Articles of Faith. This means it's an essential belief for all Muslims.

They refer to the afterlife as ' Akhirah' and believe that when we die, we remain in our graves until the end of the world. This is known as Yawm al-din, the Day of Judgement. The date on which the world will end is known only to Allah.

On this day, everyone who has ever lived will be resurrected and brought before God for judgement. Allah will judge each person based on the way they lived their life.

Those who have lived a good life, by performing more good deeds than bad, will enter Jannah (heaven). Jannah is described in the Quran as a 'garden of everlasting bliss' and a 'home of peace'. There's no sickness, pain or sadness.

Those who have lived a bad life and performed more bad deeds than good, will enter Jahannam (hell) which is described in the Quran as a 'place of fire'. It's a place of physical and spiritual suffering.

Muslims believe that Allah is merciful, forgiving and compassionate, so good deeds are thought to outweigh the bad. Allah will forgive those who have repented for their sins and are given a chance to redeem themselves, so they can enter heaven.

However, there are some sins that many Muslims believe to be unforgivable, which include the sin of shirk. This means believing and worshiping other Gods.

Angels play several roles in the idea of life after death in Islam. Recording angels note down everyone's deeds and give them to Allah to use as information to judge them.

Before Judgement Day, two angels called Munkar and Nakir, question the souls of the dead about the religion they followed throughout their life. After this, an angel called Israfil will sound the trumpet that signals the beginning of the resurrection of the dead.

Why do Muslims Believe in Life After Death?

Muslims believe that Allah is in charge of their lives and decides how long they'll live. The Quran states that the good will receive reward, whilst the bad receive punishment.

Life after death in Islam is central to the meaning and purpose of most Muslims' lives. They believe they are on Earth for a relatively short time and during this time, they are preparing for eternal life after death.

Islamic Stories for Children

The Crying Camel

It was a hot day and the people who lived in the city of Medina were searching for somewhere to keep cool. The city had many beautiful gardens with tall shady trees, and people came to sit under them before the mosque.

The Prophet Muhammad was walking in one of the gardens. He took shelter from the heat and thought quietly as he walked, smiling at people he knew as he passed them.

While he was walking, Prophet Muhammad heard a strange noise. It sounded like someone crying. Whoever it was, they sounded very upset. As The Prophet came closer, he realized that it wasn't a sad person, but a camel.

The camel was tied to a post, hot and thirsty in the baking heat. Muhammad felt sorry for the camel as he saw tears streaming down its cheeks. He stroked the camel and it became calmer. Gradually, the camel's howls turned to grunts, and then from grunts to snorts of pleasure. The camel stopped crying as he knew that Muhammad was his friend.

Muhammad became angry, and strode along the pathway calling, "Who owns this camel?"

At last, a voice replied, "I do," and a man stepped out from under the shade of a tree. Muhammad looked at the man and saw that he was not hot, nor was he thirsty, and he certainly wasn't thinking about his camel. Muhammad spoke quietly to him, and as the owner realized his mistake, his head began to droop.

Muhammad had reminded him that the camel was one of Allah's creatures. It would work hard for the man, carrying heavy loads and travelling to places far away. The man should take great care of the camel for its hard work.

The camel owner was full of regret and sorrow. He had mistreated his camel and upset Prophet Muhammad. He was ashamed, so from that day on he looked after his animals with great care and always made sure they had enough to eat and drink. The camel never cried again.

Islamic stories for children like this convey the message that animals are Allah's creation and therefore deserve to be cared for.

The Islamic story of The Prophet and the Ants

One evening, as the sun set, all the ants returned home after a busy day of collecting food for their nest.

As they arrived, they saw clouds of smoke moving towards their nest. The air was hot, and the ants scurried away quickly when they sensed the fire nearby.

Suddenly, a voice came from above, saying, "Look what you've done. You've built the fire too close to the ants' nest. The creatures will get burnt!" It was the voice of The Prophet, who was camping near the ants' nest with some of his followers who'd lit the fire.

Upon hearing The Prophet's words, the campers put out the fire immediately and the ants were saved. The Prophet stressed that all creatures are important to Allah and that we should look after them.

Islamic stories for children like this show that all animals, no matter how big or small, are important to Allah.

Islamic Creation Story

In the space before time began, there was just Allah. And when Allah wanted to create something, all he had to say was 'be' and it became.

Allah created the world and the heavens. He made all the creatures, which walk, swim, crawl and fly on the face of the Earth. He made the angels, and the sun, moon and stars to dwell in the universe.

Allah poured down the rain in torrents and broke up the soil to bring forth the corn, the grapes and other vegetation; the olive and the palm, the fruits trees and the grass.

Allah ordered the angels to go to the Earth, and to bring seven handfuls of soil, all of different colors, from which he could model man. Allah took the seven kinds of earth and molded them into a model of a man. He breathed life and power into it, and it immediately sprang to life.

Islamic stories for children about creation are stories about how the world came into existence, and are a great way to introduce the topic.

Teachings of Adam in Islam

Adam is one of the most important figures that feature in the Quran.

Adam, in Islam, was the very first prophet and human being. Muslims believe that Allah created Adam from clay. He was given the ability to think logically and was told to be the representative of God, the Khalifah.

It is believed by many Muslims that Adam built the Ka'bah - the very first and most sacred place for Muslims to worship in Mecca. Muslims learn about who they are and their purpose on Earth through the teaching of Adam and the forgiveness of his sins.

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Islam , transl. "Submission [to God]")[4][5][6] is an Abrahamic, monotheistic religion centred primarily around the Quran, a religious text that is considered by Muslims[7] to be the direct word of God as it was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.[8][9] It is the world's second-largest religion with more than two billion followers,

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Buddhism ( BUUD-ih-zəm, BOOD-), also known as Buddha Dharma, and Dharmavinaya ( transl. "doctrines and disciplines"), is an Indian religion or philosophical tradition based on teachings attributed to the Buddha. It originated in the eastern Gangetic plain as a śramaṇa-movement in the 5th century BCE, and gradually spread throughout much of Asia via the Silk Road. It is the world's fourth-largest religion, with over 520 million followers ( Buddhists) who comprise seven percent of the global population.

The Buddha's central teachings emphasize the aim of attaining liberation from, or release of, the fetters and hindrances, which cause attachment or clinging and mental unstableness or unease (). He endorsed the Middle Way, a path of mental development that avoids both extreme asceticism and hedonism. A summary of this path is expressed in the Noble Eightfold Path, a cultivation of the mind through observance of meditation and Buddhist ethics. Other widely observed practices include: monasticism; " taking refuge" in the Three Jewels: the Buddha, the dharma, and the saṅgha; and the cultivation of perfections (pāramitā).

Buddhist schools vary in their interpretation of the paths to liberation (mārga) as well as the relative importance and 'canonicity' assigned to various Buddhist texts, and their specific teachings and practices. Two major extant branches of Buddhism are generally recognized by scholars: Theravāda ( lit.' School of the Elders ') and Mahāyāna ( lit.' Great Vehicle '). The Theravada tradition emphasizes the attainment of lit.' extinguishing ') as a means of transcending the individual self and ending the cycle of death and rebirth (nirvāṇa ( Bodhisattva-ideal, in which one works for the liberation of all beings. The Buddhist canon is vast, with many different textual collections in different languages (such as Sanskrit, Pali, Tibetan, and Chinese).saṃsāra), while the Mahayana tradition emphasizes the

The Theravāda branch has a widespread following in Sri Lanka as well as in Southeast Asia, namely Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia. The Mahāyāna branch-which includes the traditions of Zen, Pure Land, Nichiren, Tiantai, Tendai, and Shingon-is predominantly practised in Nepal, Bhutan, China, Malaysia, Vietnam, Taiwan, Korea, and Japan. Additionally, Vajrayāna ( lit.' Indestructible Vehicle '), a body of teachings attributed to Indian adepts, may be viewed as a separate branch or tradition within Mahāyāna. Tibetan Buddhism, which preserves the Himalayan states as well as in Mongolia and Vajrayāna teachings of eighth-century India, is practised in the Russian Kalmykia. Historically, until the early 2nd millennium, Buddhism was widely practised in the Indian subcontinent; it also had a foothold to some extent elsewhere in Asia, namely Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan.

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Buddhism , also known as Buddha Dharma, and Dharmavinaya , is an Indian religion or philosophical tradition based on teachings attributed to the Buddha. It originated in the eastern Gangetic plain as a śramaṇa-movement in the 5th century BCE, and gradually spread throughout much of Asia via the Silk Road.

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Want to learn all about Buddhism? Take a look at these amazing top 10 facts about Buddhism to wow your friends:

1. Buddhism originated in India.

2. This world religion is over 2,500 years old and is practised by over half a billion people.

3. Buddhism is based on the teachings of a spiritual leader called 'the Buddha', or 'the Awakened One'.

4. The Buddha was born in Lumbini, which was part of northern India, but is now part of Nepal.

5. Buddhism teaches people to lead a moral life and to be aware of what we think and how we behave.

6. Buddhists thank Buddha for his teachings. They believe he is perfectly enlightened without anger or hatred and he is the wisest and most kind-hearted person in this world who spent his life teaching.

7. The statue of Buddha reminds Buddhists of loving-kindness, wisdom and compassion.

8. Buddhists try to behave well through life, believing in karma. Bad behaviour in the present creates more suffering in the future, so if we want to reduce future suffering, we need to be positive in our thoughts and actions.

9. The main aim of Buddhism is to achieve enlightenment. We would then be experiencing complete joy and compassion and helping others and leading a moral life would be no effort at all.

10. Buddhism is a very tolerant and kind religion that respects the beliefs and ways of others.

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2 min Updated: 3rd August 2021 Want to learn all about Buddhism? Take a look at these amazing top 10 facts about Buddhism to wow your friends: Buddhism originated in India. This world religion is over 2,500 years old and is practised by over half a billion people.