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The document outlines key areas of knowledge and influential scholars from the Islamic Golden Age, highlighting the House of Wisdom in Baghdad as a major center of learning. It also describes the Five Pillars of Islam and core values such as belief in one God, compassion, and justice. Additionally, it notes the global presence of Islam today.

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Introduction 3

The document outlines key areas of knowledge and influential scholars from the Islamic Golden Age, highlighting the House of Wisdom in Baghdad as a major center of learning. It also describes the Five Pillars of Islam and core values such as belief in one God, compassion, and justice. Additionally, it notes the global presence of Islam today.

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 Medicine

 Engineering
 Geography
 Philosophy
 Architecture

Centers of Learning

The House of Wisdom in Baghdad became one of the world's greatest libraries and research
institutions.

Influential Scholars

Some notable figures include:

 Al-Khwarizmi — pioneer of algebra.


 Ibn Sina — author of The Canon of Medicine.
 Ibn al-Haytham — made foundational contributions to optics.

Islamic architecture also flourished, producing magnificent mosques, palaces, and educational
institutions.

The Global Muslim Community


Today, Islam is practiced in nearly every country.

The Five Pillars of Islam

The core acts of worship are:

1. Shahadah – Declaration of faith.


2. Salah – Five daily prayers.
3. Zakah – Giving charity.
4. Sawm – Fasting during Ramadan.
5. Hajj – Pilgrimage to Makkah for those able.

Core Values

Islam emphasizes:

 Belief in one God (Allah)


 Compassion
 Justice

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