The term 'Muslim' refers to which of the following meanings?

• A. A follower of Muhammad
• B. A believer in God
• C. One who submits to the will of Allah
• D. A person who performs the Hajj

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is what the word Muslim signifies in Islamic usage: it designates someone who submits to the will of Allah. Linguistically, Islam comes from a root meaning submission and peace that flows from yielding to God’s commands. So a Muslim is all about that posture of surrender to God, not just a belief or a single ritual.

That makes this the best description because, in Islam, the identity of a Muslim centers on submitting to God’s will and living in accordance with His guidance. It’s more than simply believing in God or following the Prophet in some respects; it’s about aligning one’s entire life with God’s commands and recognizing His sovereignty.

The other ideas don’t capture the defining sense as well. Being a follower of Muhammad emphasizes loyalty to the Prophet himself, which is important since Muslims look to his example, but it centers on the Prophet rather than on submission to God. A believer in God highlights faith, which is related but is a broader term that can include inner belief without specifying the submission aspect. A person who performs the Hajj is a pilgrim at that moment, which is an action or status, not the overall identity described by the term Muslim.