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noun
- the civilization of Muslims collectively which is governed by the Muslim religion
Islam is predominant in northern Africa, the Middle East, Pakistan, and Indonesia.
source: WordNet 3.0
- the monotheistic religious system of Muslims founded in Arabia in the 7th century and based on the teachings of Muhammad as laid down in the Koran
Islam is a complete way of life, not a Sunday religion.
The term Muhammadanism is offensive to Muslims who believe that Allah, not Muhammad, founded their religion.
source: WordNet 3.0
- The religion of the Mohammedans; Mohammedanism; Islamism. Their formula of faith is: There is no God but Allah, and Mohammed is his prophet.
source: Webster 1913
