Understanding the Basics of Islam: A Norwegian Educational Quiz

Islam har sine røtter i Midt-Østen, spesifikt i Asia. Selv om Islam har spredt seg til mange deler av verden, inkludert Europa og Afrika, oppsto det opprinnelig i Asia, ikke i disse verdensdelene. Australia har ingen historisk tilknytning til opprinnelsen av Islam.

The correct answer explains the origin and meaning of Islam, emphasizing submission and obedience to a greater authority.

The correct answer highlights the strong sense of community and importance of relationships among Muslims, rather than just being a cultural tradition, greeting, or religious requirement.

In Islam, when God reveals himself, he shows himself to people and speaks to them, as Muslims believe God revealed his will to humanity through Muhammad.

A prophet is commonly defined as a messenger of God who conveys His wishes to people. They are not necessarily associated with predicting the future, having supernatural physical abilities, or expertise in astrology.

The Quran is specifically divided into 114 surahs/chapters and each chapter varies in length and content, containing verses that address various aspects of life and faith.

The correct answer is that approximately 20 years after Muhammad's death, all the revelations were collected and compiled into the Quran. This process was overseen by his companions and finalized during the caliphate of Uthman ibn Affan.

Shahada er trosbekjennelsen i islam og består av to deler: 'Det er ingen gud uten Gud' og 'Muhammad er hans profet'. Den riktige trosbekjennelsen blir hvisket i øret til et nyfødt barn som en del av velkomst-ritualet i islamsk tradisjon.

Muslims are required to perform five daily prayers, known as Salah, and they are required to perform a ritual washing, called Wudu, before each prayer. This ritual cleansing involves washing the face, ears, hands, and feet in a specific manner to ensure cleanliness before prayer.

Muslimer vender seg mot Mekka når de ber fordi det er ansett som den helligste byen i islam og inneholder helligdommen Kaba. Dette er en viktig del av islamsk praksis og tilbedelse.

The correct answer is Ramadan as it is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar specifically designated for fasting, unlike the other incorrect answers which do not correspond to the fasting month as described in the question.

Ramadan, den niende måneden i den islamske kalenderen, avsluttes med en stor fest kalt Id al-Fitr, som markerer slutten på fastemåneden. Under Id al-Fitr feirer muslimer med bønn, veldedighet, gode måltider, og sosiale sammenkomster.

Zakah er en islamsk plikt og hører til de fem søylene i islam. Det er en form for veldedighet og en bidrag til fellesskapet.

Hajj is specifically the pilgrimage to Mecca in Islam, not any of the other options provided.

Hadsj er en viktig islamsk pilegrimsreise som avsluttes med Id al-adha, en stor fest til minne om profeten Abraham og hans villighet til å ofre sin sønn.

Sunni Muslims primarily focus on the teachings and traditions following Muhammad and the first four caliphs. This emphasis shapes their beliefs and practices within Islam.

Etter Muhammads død var det viktigst for sunnimuslimene å finne en leder som kunne fortsette å lede folket, uavhengig av slektskap med Muhammad. De valgte en ny leder basert på kvalifikasjoner og evner til å lede, ikke på slektskap.

Shia Muslims believed in the concept of Imamate, which is the leadership of the Muslim community by individuals who are divinely appointed. This belief led them to follow Ali as the legitimate successor to Muhammad.

Moskeen er et sted for bønn, fellesskap og læring for muslimer, der de samles for å dyrke sin religiøse praksis og samhandle med andre i lokalsamfunnet.

An imam holds a significant religious leadership role in Islam, guiding the community in prayer and serving as a spiritual leader. It is important to differentiate between the various meanings of imam in different contexts.

Ornamenter refers to decorative patterns that repeat themselves, while kalligrafi is the art of beautiful handwriting. Together, they are commonly used to adorn mosques and other Islamic art and architecture.

Muhammad, the Islamic prophet, was born around the year 570 and passed away in 630 in Medina. It is important to remember these specific dates and locations when studying his life.

The correct answer is that Muhammad received his first revelation from the angel Gabriel in 610. The other options provided are incorrect and do not align with historical events.

Pakistan ble opprettet som en moderne islamsk stat i 1947 etter å ha vært en del av den britiske kolonien India, og erklærte sin uavhengighet den 14. august samme år.

Halal and haram are terms used in Islam to categorize what is permissible and forbidden in terms of food and drinks. Halal refers to items that are allowed according to Islamic dietary guidelines, while haram refers to items that are prohibited. It is essential for followers of Islam to adhere to these guidelines in their diet.

Moving to a new country can be challenging for anyone, and Muslims may face specific difficulties related to their religious practices and beliefs.