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Rise and Spread of Islam

ICSE · Class 7 · History & Civics

Quick revision notes for Rise and Spread of Islam — ICSE Class 7 History & Civics. Key concepts, formulas, and definitions for last-minute revision.

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A diagram illustrating the five fundamental practices (pillars) of Islam: Shahada (faith), Salat (prayer), Zakat (charity), Sawm (fasting), and Hajj (pilgrimage), with a brief explanation for each.
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Key Topics to Revise

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Pre-Islamic Arabia

  • The people of Arabia were divided into many tribes.
  • Most tribes lived mainly by breeding livestock.
  • Tribes often fought over land, especially pastures.
2

Prophet Mohammad and the Birth of Islam

  • Prophet Mohammad was born in Mecca in about CE 570.
  • He worked as a prosperous trader in his early life.
  • In CE 610, he had his spiritual experience and became a prophet.
3

Teachings of Islam

  • Muslims worship only one God, Allah.
  • Muslims believe Allah stands alone and has absolute will.
  • The Quran is the holy book of Islam.
4

Five Pillars of Islam

  • A Muslim has five religious obligations called the five pillars.
  • Shahada is the confession of faith.
  • Salat is prayer.

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Key Concepts

Before IslamProphet Mohammad was born in MeccaMohammad moved from Mecca to MedinaThe five pillars are ShahadaAfter Mohammad's death

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What are the important topics in Rise and Spread of Islam for ICSE Class 7 History & Civics?
Key topics in Rise and Spread of Islam include Mind map showing the social, economic, religious, and political conditions in pre-Islamic Arabia, Timeline showing key events in Prophet Muhammad's life from birth to death, Flowchart showing how Muhammad's monotheistic message created conflict in Mecca. These are the concepts ICSE Class 7 examiners draw on most — study them first, then practise related questions.
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