pilgrimage to the shrine of Imam Hussain in Karbala

also known as the Ka'ba; a sacred cube-shaped building in Makkah, Saudi Arabia

city in Saudi Arabia where the Prophet Muhammad was born and received the first revelations of the Qur'an

a religious journey to a holy site/sacred place; an act of worship and devotion

a special site related to someone important in a religion (e.g., the Imams in Shi'a Islam)

Hajj and Shi'a shrines

Religious education

In this unit pupils will learn about specific practices in Islam such as prayer and festivals such as Id ul-Fitr. They will compare Sunni and Shi'a understandings of these practices noting similarities and differences.

Buddhism and Islam: Practices

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Muslims who are physically and financially able

Who must perform Hajj at least once in their lifetime?

the pilgrimage to the shrine of Imam Hussain

a city in Saudi Arabia where the Prophet Muhammad was born

going to the Vatican to learn about their faith

What additional pilgrimages might Shi’a Muslims take part in?

it’s a symbolic act following the Prophet's example

Why do Muslims kiss the Black Stone if they do not worship it?

Id ul-Fitr marks the {{}} of the month of Ramadan.

by gathering for prayer, food, and charity

How do many Muslims in the UK celebrate Id ul-Fitr?

Muslims believe that the Qur’an was first revealed on the {{}} of Power.

Who received the first verses of the Qur’an on the Night of Power?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision recommended

Starter Quiz