Fasting goes on every day (29/30 days) of the month of Ramadan and all fit, healthy adult Muslims should and must fast from dawn to sunset.

Religious Studies Coursework- Islam Section A Ramadan is a Muslim religious practice that occurs during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and for most, is considered the most important month of the Islamic Calendar. During this very important month, Muhammad (p.b.u.h) received the first revelation of the holy Qur'an years ago. For that purpose, it is a special month for Muslims, which they commemorate by fasting (known as sawm). The two major reasons why Muslims fast are: it is the Fourth Pillar of Islam (and therefore an obligatory duty and act of worship) ordered for them by Allah in the Qur'an. The second reason is that Muhammad (pbuh) himself set them the example of fasting. This is a quotation from the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad: "Ibn 'Umar reported that the people saw the new moon (of Ramadan). So I informed the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) that I had seen the new moon. Upon this the Holy Prophet observed fasting and ordered the people to observe the fasts of Ramadan." (Selection of Hadith, No.55) Once the new moon has been spotted during the ninth month, the month of Ramadan officially begins. The Islamic calendar is a lunar one, so Ramadan occurs at different times every solar year, so that the season in which you fast always changes. Fasting goes on every day (29/30 days) of the month of Ramadan and all fit, healthy

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R.E Medical Ethics Coursework

Medical Ethics Coursework Approximately one in six couples have difficulty achieving a pregnancy. It has been found that female factors are responsible in 30% of cases, factors account for a further 30%, combined male and female factors account for 20% and the remaining 20% of cases are unexplained. Under normal circumstances, the chances of pregnancy occurring as a result of unprotected intercourse during the fertile time of the cycle are about 25% per month. After 12 months of trying, approximately 80% of couples will have conceived. For most men the infertility causes is the result of having a low sperm count. This is caused by a lot of different reasons some of which are medical. These would include a condition called variocele and having sperm that is shaped abnormally. The lifestyle that a man chooses can affect his sperm count as well. For instance, if a man smokes cigarettes, uses illegal drugs, or drinks excessively they will have a lower sperm count than a man that doesn't. Even wearing tight pants and soaking in a hot tub can lower the sperm count. Of course, these are things that can be changed to help correct this problem. Medications and certain sickness can lead to having low sperm count temporarily as well and can also be corrected. Ovulation is one of the main factors that infertility causes in women. Several factors cause a decrease in ovulation such as

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Mosque- a place of worship

Coursework tasks Option 1 A place of Muslim Worship Write about 1500 words on the following: (a) (i) Describe the main features of a specific mosque. (ii) Analyse and explain the role and function of the imam in a Sunni mosque. (iii) Analyse and explain the role and function of the mosque in the Muslim community. (12 marks) (b) 'You do not need to go to a mosque to be a good Muslim'. Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion, showing that you have considered another point of view. Your answer should refer to Muslim teaching. (8 marks) (Total 20 marks) (a) (i) Describe the main features of a specific mosque. The mosque - known as 'masjid' in Arabic, is a place of Muslim worship; it is a respected and esteemed place for all the Muslims to go and pray in as well as do many other things, because the functions of a mosque are many. There are five things that have been made obligatory for Muslims, known as The Five Pillars Of Islam, the second pillar is 'salah' - ritual prayer, which must be performed five times a day to declare ones faith in Allah and offer their praise. Prayers are often performed in the masjid. 'Verily, I am God; there is no God but I; therefore serve Me, and perform the prayer of My remembrance.' (Qur'an 20:14) The word mosque was invented by Spanish Christians over 500 years ago and

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islam part b

Part B Explain the importance of Ramadan to Muslims and ways in which it may affect their lives? There are many reasons way Ramadan is important to Muslims but one of the main reason is that the holy Qur`an was ravelled in this blessed month also there are smaller reason why. As the holy book was reviled in this month so it is the best possible thing to do this month is recite the holy book. Also there a special prayer which is only preformed during this month this is read once daily throughout this month. "It is said that the prophet used to recite the hole of the Qur'an during this prayer" This is why mosque will finish the Qur'an in this month. The Lailat-ul-Qadr (night of power) is witness in this month, the night of power is a blessed night and Muslims will try to stay awake all night this night is equivalent to a thousand years so Muslims will spend this night worshiping god in lots of different manners some will recite the Quran others will read extra prayers and some will read prayer beads and surahs (extracts of the Qur`an). Qadr means honor and dignity. Lailat-ul-Qadr means the night of honor and dignity. It is this night in which the first Divine Revelation came to the Prophet Muhammad, when he was in prayer in the cave of Hira. Since this night enjoys the honor of having the first revelation brought to the Prophet Muhammad, it has been named

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Religious studies - Ramadan coursework

A) Describe what happens at the fast of Ramadan. Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is the month during which the prophet Muhammad received the first revelation of the Qur'an from Allah through the angel Jibril on the Night of Power. Because of this, Muslims treat this month as very special, so they undertake a fast (Sawm) throughout the duration of Ramadan, which lasts 29 or 30 days. Fasting is a very important part of life for Muslims as it is the 4th of the 5 pillars of Islam, which are the five compulsory duties which a Muslim must perform. Sawm is the name of the fast which Muslims undertake in Ramadan. Usually, it begins as the first of the Sun appears above the horizon, and ends when the Sun has set. People living in areas of the world where the Sun sets or rises at extreme times may follow a different time for fasting. As Muslims use a lunar calendar, the position of Ramadan in terms of the season changes every year, so some years the days are longer or shorter. In the Qur'an 2:183, it states: "O ye who believe! Fasting is prescribed for you, even as it was prescribed for those before you, that you may ward off (evil)". As this is the direct command of Allah, it is obligatory for Muslims to follow the fast. Also, the prophet Muhammad himself set the example for fasting. In the Hadith it says: "Upon (seeing the new moon at the start of Ramadan) the

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Miracles of Jesus

The Miracles of Jesus/Isa (AS) Jesus holds one of the highest statures amongst the Prophets. Unlike other Prophets who performed miracles, Isa himself was a miracle, as he was born of a virgin mother, and God describes him and his mother Mary as such: "...and We made her (Mary) and her son (Jesus) a sign for the worlds." (Quran 21:91) Nonetheless, in the Quran, Jesus is described as having many miracles not bestowed upon other prophets. God says: "And We gave unto Jesus, son of Mary, clear miracles" (Quran 2:87) Jesus spoke from the cradle One of the miracles mentioned in the Quran, although not mentioned in the Bible, is that fact that Jesus, while still in the cradle, spoke out to protect his mother Mary from any accusations people may have placed on her due to having a child without a father. When she was approached about this strange incident after her childbirth, Mary merely pointed to Jesus, and he miraculously spoke, just as God had promised her upon annunciation. "He shall speak to people while still in the cradle, and in manhood, and he shall be from the righteous." (Quran 3:46) Jesus said to the people: "I am indeed a slave of God. He has given me the Book and made me a Prophet, and He has made me blessed wherever I may be. And He has enjoined upon me prayers, and to pay the alms, as long as I live and (He has made me) kind to my mother, and He has not

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Muhammad In Islam

Muhammad In Islam . How are Muslims reminded of the Prophet Muhammad in their call to prayer? Quote relevant lines. Muhammad is reminded of him in their prayer on the 12 Rabi Ul Awwal (the prophets birthday) "The whole of the third month of the Islamic calender is special of it" Muhammed died 63 years later on that date. 2. Why do Muslims show Muhammad so much respect? Muslims show respect to Muhammad because he is known as the only messenger of Allah and Muhammad had the last word; he brought the final, perfect revelation from God to humankind. 3. Why would it be wrong to call Muslims "Muhammadans"? It would be wrong to call Muslims Muhammadans because Islam is about following the path of Allah Muhammad was a messenger to spread the word of Allah. They were not his own words. 4. In what sense is Adam regarded as Muslim? Adam was the first person was on earth and he was put here by god. At the time there was no religion at the time Muslims regard him as Muslim. 5. Why does the Qur'an call Ibrahim Muslim? Ibrahim is called Muslim because a "Muslim" is someone who submits to the one of God. 6. Islam teaches that we are all born as Muslims. How does this make you feel? In my opinion I think that it is right as God known what is going to happen in your life and only he knows. If you a child you don't really know what religion you are unless you are told. 7.

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Essay on Death and Life After Death

Essay on Death and Life After Death 3. a) Describe how the body of a Muslim is prepared for burial and buried. (8) There are many rituals that are performed whilst the body is being prepared for burial and when it is buried. Firstly the body is washed in scented water. It is a complete wash of the body and is called ghusl. Men prepare a deceased man's body and women prepare a deceased woman's body due to modesty. This takes place at the mosque or at home. Next, the body is anointed with scents and is dressed in a white robe of unsewn sheets. Men are wrapped in three sheets and women are wrapped in five sheets. If the person has been on pilgrimage to Mecca then the sheets, the ihram that they wore and were dipped in the waters of the holy well of zam zam and is usually used. The head is left uncovered and prayers are said. Both the rich and the poor are treated the same as they are equal before Allah. The body is then taken in procession to be buried in a cemetery. In Muslim countries a coffin is not used and the grave is therefore dug to fit the size of the body. This is because muslims believe that it is important to be in contact with the earth. However, if the body is buried in a non Muslim country and a coffin is used, the lid is usually left off. The body is buried with the right side of the face turning to the right and facing Mecca and the kaaba. Muslims are only

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roles of muslim men and women

Roles of Muslim men and women. According to the Qur'an, men and women are two units of a pair. The Quran says: "O mankind! We created you from a single soul, male and female, and made you into nations and tribes, so that you may come to know one another". Islam looks at the different responsibilities of each gender. These responsibilities are defined as being the traditional family structure, were women are head of the household and men are responsible for earning the livelihood for the family. However, a man being financially responsible for the family does not prohibit a woman having a career of her own, and personal property and education is encouraged. However women in Islam are seen as independent and self reliant individuals, therefore challenging the traditional view of a family structure. The Sharia law (Islamic law) provides for differences between women's and men's roles, rights, and obligations. Muslim-majority countries give women varying degrees of rights with regards to marriage, divorce, civil rights, legal status, dress code, and education based on different interpretations. Even where these differences are acknowledged, scholars and other commentators vary as to whether they are just and whether they are a correct interpretation of religious imperatives. Conservatives argue that differences between men and women are due to different status and

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The Mousque

The Mosque Coursework Masjid: In Arabic a mosque is called a Masjid and the term literally means 'PLACE OF PROSTRATARTION; referring to a place in which a Muslim strictly kneels down to prostrate themselves in for get forgiveness to god and a masjid a prayer mat is laid down anywhere were it is clean and it can be laid down in the side of the road to Prostrate to god. Musjid describing where a Muslim practising of prostrating themselves when they pray. It's an act to complete the surrendering to Allah. And surrender to god means they want peace in there lives. And in a mosque is Congregational prayers must held there five times prayers a day. RE Coursework about the mosque: In this coursework I want to talk about why do we have to pray to god and who do we worship and about the dome. Mosque is called in Arabic a musjid it comes from the word Islam. This word is literally meaning a place of worship surrender and submission to the oneness of Allah and the creator knows the best of all creators. And anyone can pray anywhere if the put a mat down on the floor where it is clean and for example someone can pray in the side of the road or pray at home, therefore anyone can prostrate themselves to Allah. Such as the Musjid describe the practise of prostrate their selves to Allah. And Islam also means peace and blessing to Allah and it also brings peace in their people's

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