the civilization of Muslims collectively which is governed by the Muslim religion; Islam is predominant in northern Africa, the Middle East, Pakistan, and Indonesia

[ Syn: islam , muslimism ]

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

[ Syn: islam , islamism , mohammedanism , muhammadanism , muslimism ]