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10 Language-to-English DictionariesIslam
/ɪsˈlɑːm/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
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A monotheistic Abrahamic religion that teaches that there is only one God (Allah) and that Muhammad is His prophet.
"Islam is one of the world's major religions, with over a billion followers." - 2
The religious faith, practice, and system of beliefs of Muslims.
"The principles of Islam include the Five Pillars, which guide the lives of its adherents."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Islam' originates from the Arabic root 's-l-m', which means 'peace' or 'submission'. It has been used since the 7th century CE to describe the religion founded by the Prophet Muhammad, emphasizing submission to the will of Allah.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Islam" is said worldwide
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Islam
Transliteration: Islam
"L'Islam est pratiqué par des millions de personnes à travers le monde."
Islam
Transliteration: Islam
"Der Islam ist eine der größten Religionen der Welt."
Islam
Transliteration: Islam
"L'Islam è una religione monoteista."
Islam
Transliteration: Islam
"El Islam es una de las religiones más practicadas en el mundo."
Islam
Transliteration: Islam
"O Islam é uma religião que tem milhões de seguidores."
इस्लाम
Transliteration: Islāma
"इस्लाम एक प्रमुख धर्म है जो दुनिया भर में फैला हुआ है।"
伊斯兰教
Transliteration: Yīsīlánjiào
"伊斯兰教是世界上主要的宗教之一。"
이슬람
Transliteration: Iseullam
"이슬람은 전 세계에서 많은 신자를 가진 종교입니다."
イスラム教
Transliteration: Isuramu-kyō
"イスラム教は世界の主要な宗教の一つです。"
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