History Video #9: Theocracy


With thanks to Kalani and Asa for the beautiful sketches: which building is a Buddhist place of worship, and which one is a Muslim place of worship?

And here are some great initial questions about Islam...

Ellen, Ford, Mac and Olivia: In a mosque, why do the women and men have to sit separately from each other, and why is the women's area so much smaller? Why do only the women have to cover their heads?

Zara, Max and Diego: Why does Allah have 99 names? Is there a reason for there being one fewer than 100? If Muslims believe there's only one true God, why does he have so many names?

Dylan: Would Muslims consider it rude to not use a prayer mat?

Whitley: Which direction do Muslims face when they pray, if they are already in Mecca?

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