Müslümann

Müslümann is a German word that translates to "Muslim" in English. It refers to a follower of Islam, a monotheistic religion that originated in Mecca in the 7th century CE. Muslims believe in one God, Allah, and consider Muhammad to be his final prophet. The holy book of Islam is the Quran, which Muslims believe to be the literal word of God revealed to Muhammad.

The term "Müslümann" is used in German-speaking countries to identify individuals who adhere to the Islamic faith. This includes people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds who share a common religious identity. Like Muslims worldwide, Müslümanns typically observe the Five Pillars of Islam: the declaration of faith (Shahada), prayer (Salat), charity (Zakat), fasting during Ramadan (Sawm), and pilgrimage to Mecca (Hajj).

The presence of Müslümanns in German-speaking societies is a result of various historical and contemporary factors, including immigration and conversion. Their integration and experiences within these societies are subjects of ongoing social and cultural discussion. The term itself is a straightforward linguistic equivalent of "Muslim" and carries no inherently positive or negative connotations in its literal translation.