Islam

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This paper discusses the beginnings of Islam, with a clear focus on the prophet Mohammad ibn Abdullah. The paper describes the events that occurred leading up to the widespread belief in Mohammad and the surge of conversion to Islam. It explores the prophet's teachings and the Islamic belief of one God. The issue of the initial practice of praying towards Jerusalem and the change of direction to Mecca is also examined.

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"Before Islam was founded by the prophet Mohammad ibn Abdullah, the Arab world had trade centers and profitable business routes along the coastal plains of Arabia. The city of the Prophet's birth had grown into the most significant center of finance and a formidable settlement. From this prosperity and power grew a constructive arena for business and spiritual benefit. With the Arab tribes parting from the nomadic way of life, they grew aware of the social difficulties. The Prophet came with a new way of life for the Arabs."

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