Allah is the Arabic word for “one God”. Allah is not God of Muslims only. He is God of all creations, because He is their Creator and Sustainer. All prophets worshiped Allah alone.

Muslims believe that Prophet Mohammed was the last messenger and prophet sent by Allah to guide humanity. He was born in year 570 CE in Mecca in Arabia.

The word “Islam” means peace and submission. A broader meaning of the word “Islam” is to achieve peace by submitting to the will of God. Muslim is a person who believes in and practices Islam.

The Quran was revealed by Allah to Prophet Mohammed over the period of 23 years, which was then written and compiled by his companions.

Hijab is a form of modest dressing prescribed by Islam for women. It is to cover oneself in front of strangers.

No, they are completely different. Jihad is to fight against oppression and injustice. While terrorism is killing innocent people and terrorizing them.

Yes they believe and worship the one and same God who is Almighty creator and sustainer of the universe.

Sharia is the comprehensive Muslim law). It covers every aspect of daily individual and collective living. The purpose of Islamic laws are protection of individuals’ basic human rights to include right to life, property, political and religious freedom and safeguarding the rights of women and Minorities.

No, Muslims are commanded to show kindness and mercy to every human being in this world, in fact Jews and Christians hold special status in Islam referred to as People of the Book.

This is a misconception. Muslims worship one God Almighty Allah alone who is unseen.

No Islam is for the whole of humanity, in fact Arabs make only 20% of the Muslim world.

Muslims respect and honor both Mother Mary and Jesus Christ, we believe in the miraculous birth of Jesus.

Muslims don’t pork or drink alcohol, its prohibited in Islam due to the dangers involved in it.

No, Islam prohibits Honor Killings and condemns in the strongest way possible.

Halal is an Arabic term that means “permissible” or “lawful.” In the context of Islamic teachings, it refers to actions, behaviors, and consumables that are allowed according to Islamic law, or Sharia. Halal is most commonly associated with food and drink, but it applies to many aspects of life.