Brochure, Newsletter, or Presentation on a Religion

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WEEK 10 ASSIGNMENT 2 1 Running Head: BROCHURE, NEWSLETTER, OR PRESENTATION ON A RELIGION Week 10 Assignment 2 Islam Francis Marino Professor J. Hewitt World Religions REL212190NJ051 - 1144 - 001 June 13, 2014 Explain the core beliefs and practices of Islam, emphasizing the significance of the Qur'an, the role of prophets, and the Five Pillars of Islam. How do these beliefs shape the daily life of Muslims, and how does Islamic philosophy connect with the intellectual developments of the Islamic Golden Age? Discuss the impact of Islamic teachings on interfaith relations, particularly with Judaism and Christianity, and the evolution of Islamic thought. Word Count Requirement: 800 - 1,000 words.
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WEEK 10 ASSIGNMENT 2 2 ISLAM In Arabic, Islam means "submission" and is described as a Din, meaning "way of life" and/or "religion." Etymologically, it is derived from the same root as, for example, Salam meaning "peace" (also a common salutation). A more precise translation of the word Islam would be the serenity that is created by submission. The word Muslim is also related to the word Islam and means "one who surrenders" or "submits" to God. The religion and philosophy of Islam, is based upon the belief that God (Allah) transmitted kno wledge to Muhammad and other prophets (Adam, Abraham, Moses, and Jesus). The followers of Islamic religion, muslims, believe that this revelation to humanity was written down in the Quran, which is the flawless word of God. The theology of the Islamic scriptures

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