Islam Beliefs

• Who was the first Caliph in Sunni Islam?

  Abu Bakr
• What is the significance of the Quran and the Sunnah in Sunni Islam?

  They guide the beliefs and behavior of Muslims.
• What does the term "Sunni" mean?

  Followers of the Sunnah customs or way.
• What are the six articles of faith in Sunni Islam?

  Belief in Tawhid, Angels, Sources of Authority, Prophets, Day of Judgement, and Divine Decree.
• What is the correct order of the caliphate after Abu Bakr?

  Umar, Uthman, and then Ali.
• What do most Sunnis believe about the succession after the caliphs?

  Succession went to Muawiya, not Ali's children.
• How do Sunni Muslims pray?

  They pray on the floor or a prayer mat.
• What do Shia Muslims believe about Muhammad's successor?

  They believe his cousin Ali was his successor.
• What is the last hidden Imam in Shia belief?

  The 12th Imam, who is currently unseen.
• What are the five roots of Usul ad-Din in Shia Islam?

  Tawhid, Nubuwwah, Imamate, Adalat, and Ma'ad.
• What is the concept of Tawhid?

  The oneness of Allah.
• What do Shia Muslims believe about the Day of Judgement?

  They believe every human will be judged by Allah.
• Who is the Angel of Death in Islamic belief?

  Azrael
• What is the role of angels in Islam?

  They serve Allah, deliver messages, and record actions.
• How many names does Allah have according to Islamic belief?

  99 names
• What is the significance of the Shahada in Islam?

  It is the declaration of faith confirming Allah as the only God.
• How do the beliefs about angels differ between Sunni and Shia Islam?

  Both believe in angels, but Shia emphasize the role of specific angels like Jibril and Michael.
• What are the attributes of Allah in Islam?

  • Transcendence: Above all existence
  • Fairness: All actions are fair
  • Justice: Source of justice
  • Immanence: Close to humans
  • Omnipotence: All-powerful
  • Beneficence: All-loving
  • Mercy: Compassionate and forgiving
• What is the Day of Judgement in Islamic belief?

  • A day when all souls are judged by Allah
  • Humans account for their actions on Earth
  • Events recorded in the Quran and Hadith
  • Allah decides who goes to Heaven or Hell
• What is the role of the imams in Shia Islam?

  • Protect the teachings of Allah
  • Ensure the faith is not corrupted
  • Seen as infallible and must be obeyed
  • Lead the community in spiritual matters
• What is the significance of Angel Jibril in Islam?

  • Messenger of Allah
  • Brought revelations to prophets
  • Known for his role in significant events
  • Described as having 600 wings
• What happens on the Day of Judgement according to Islamic belief?

  • Humans are resurrected and judged
  • Each person answers for their actions
  • Angels question souls in the grave
  • Outcomes are Heaven or Hell based on deeds
• What is the concept of Adalat in Shia Islam?

  • Justice of Allah
  • Allah is just and wise
  • Humans are responsible for their actions
  • Good and evil exist in everything
• What is the significance of Surah 112 in understanding Tawhid?

  • Affirms the oneness of Allah
  • Describes Allah's uniqueness and eternal nature
  • Emphasizes that Allah has no partners or offspring
• Who is the creator of the heavens and earth according to the Quran?

  God
• How many pairs of wings does Angel Jibril have?

  600 wings
• What does Angel Jibril represent when he is referred to as the "Spirit of Holiness"?

  He always brings good news
• What did Angel Jibril claim upon seeing heaven?

  No one would ever stray away from its beauty and wonder
• What did Angel Jibril say about hell when he saw it?

  No one would ever want to go there
• What did Jibril claim when Satan surrounded hell with lusts and desires?

  No one would ever be able to avoid it
• Who did Angel Jibril help in the following situations?

  • Ibrahim: Saved him from the fire
  • Hajar: Opened the Zamzam well
  • Yusuf: Caught him when thrown into a well
  • Zakariyya: Told him about his son
  • Maryam: Told her she would have a son
  • Muhammad (pbuh): Taught him the Quran and Sunnah
• What is the role of Angel Mikail?

  He is known as the giver of rain and sustenance
• What does the term "Barzakh" refer to?

  The period between death and the Day of Judgement
• What happens to the soul after death according to Islamic belief?

  The soul hovers around the corpse and sees everything
• What are the three questions asked by the two angels after death?

  Questions about faith and actions
• What is the significance of the Day of Judgement in Islam?

  It is a certainty that Muslims must face
• What is Jannah described as in Islamic belief?

  A place where there is no pain, illness, or worry
• What is Jahannam described as?

  The worst place imaginable, a fire seventy times hotter than any flame on earth
• What is the role of Angel Israfil on the Day of Judgement?

  He will blast the trumpet to signal Judgement Day
• What is the significance of the sorting of souls on the Day of Judgement?

  It determines who goes to Jannah and who goes to Jahannam