Celebrations and commemorations (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Quizzes
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What is one key reason Muslims observe celebrations and commemorations?
What is one key reason Muslims observe celebrations and commemorations?
To strengthen bonds within the ummah
What does Id-ul-Adha commemorate?
What does Id-ul-Adha commemorate?
Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice son
When does Id-ul-Adha occur in relation to Hajj?
When does Id-ul-Adha occur in relation to Hajj?
At the end of the Hajj pilgrimage
How is the sacrificed animal shared during Id-ul-Adha?
How is the sacrificed animal shared during Id-ul-Adha?
Amongst family, friends, and needy
What signals the beginning of Id-ul-Fitr?
What signals the beginning of Id-ul-Fitr?
First new moon is spotted
What does Id-ul-Fitr mark?
What does Id-ul-Fitr mark?
Joyful conclusion of Ramadan
What does Id-ul-Fitr emphasise?
What does Id-ul-Fitr emphasise?
Gratitude, community, spiritual growth
When does Ashura occur in the Islamic calendar?
When does Ashura occur in the Islamic calendar?
Tenth day of Muharram
What do Sunni Muslims commemorate on Ashura?
What do Sunni Muslims commemorate on Ashura?
Musa & Israelites saved from Egypt
What do Shi'a Muslims mourn on Ashura?
What do Shi'a Muslims mourn on Ashura?
Martyrdom at Karbala in 680CE
When does Id-ul-Ghadeer occur?
When does Id-ul-Ghadeer occur?
Eight days after Id-ul-Adha
Which group observes Id-ul-Ghadeer?
Which group observes Id-ul-Ghadeer?
Shi'a Muslims celebrate it