Islam beliefs and teachings

• In sunni tradition of islam where can beliefs be summarised?

  In the 6 articles of faith
• Belief in these six articles in Sunni tradition is called?

  Imam
• In sunni muslim 6 articles believed to be revelead by?

  Allah and recorded in the Qur'an
• Tawid


  Oneness of God
• Six beliefs are:


  Tawhid

  Risalah

  Beliefs about angels of Allah

  Beliefs about the books of Allah

  Beliefs about the messengers of Allah

  Akirah

  Al-Qadr
• Risalah:


  To include the ways in white Allah communicated with humans:

  Beliefs about angels of Allah

  Beliefs about the books of Allah

  Beliefs about the messengers of Allah- the prophets (rasuul)
• Akirah


  muslims believe this life only a test for what happens after death.They believe in a Last day,when allah will judge people on their deeds and will either reward or punish them
• Al-Qad'r


  (predestination) muslims believe that everything in universe follows a masterplan set by Allah
• Shi'a tradition of Islam rests on the five roots of religion these 5 principles are:


  Belief in oness and unity of God:Al-Tawhid

  Belief in Divine Justice: Al-adl

  Belief in Prophethood: Al-Nubuwwah

  Belief in Imams: Al-Imamah

  Belief in the Day of resurrection: Al-Ma' ad
• Belief in Imams:
• What is the belief in Divine Justice (Al-Adl)?


  All Muslims believe that Allah is just.
• What is the significance of Divine Justice for Shi'a Muslims?


  Shi'a Muslims consider Divine Justice as one of the five roots of religion.
• How do Shi'a Muslims view Divine Justice?


  Shi'a Muslims believe that God is perfectly just and fair in all His judgments and actions.
• What does the concept of Divine Justice entail for Shi'a Muslims?


  Shi'a Muslims believe that God rewards good deeds and punishes wrongdoing, ensuring justice for all.
• How do Shi'a Muslims perceive Divine Justice in times of hardship?


  Shi'a Muslims trust in God's wisdom and justice, even in times of hardship or apparent injustice in the world.
• What role does Divine Justice play in the lives of Shi'a Muslims?


  Divine justice is seen as a source of hope and comfort, encouraging believers to act justly and seek righteousness in their lives.
• How do Sunni Muslims differ in their beliefs regarding Divine Justice?


  Sunni Muslims argue that there is no objective right and wrong, believing that everything Allah does is right simply because He does it. They also believe in pre-destination where Allah determines all human actions.
• What does Tawid mean?


  Tawid means the belief in the oneness of God in Islam.
• Why is Tawid important in Islamic beliefs?


  Tawid is important as it signifies the belief that there is only one God who created and sustains the earth in Islam.
• What does Tawid encompass?

  Tawid encompasses all beliefs about the nature of Allah in Islam.
• Key muslim beliefs about Allah:


  He is infinite

  
  

  He is omnipotent and omniscient-sees all creation

  
  

  He is merciful and benevolent- helps humans by sending

  messengers in the form of prophers to help people understand how to live a life following his will

  
  

  He is transcendent and immanent- believe God much greater than humans beyond human understnading (transcendent) they also believe,however that he is close to them and involved in their lives (immanent)

  
  

  He is fair and just-muslims believe this life is a test for what will happen to them after death. On the day of judgement they believe Allah will judge their actions in life and either reward or punish them
• What tawid means for muslims:


  -tawhid enables believe to undertstand everything they have is by the will of Allah and they are completely dependent on him.

  - This means muslims should demonstrate a humble attitude and there is nothing they can do without the kindness of Allah

  Tawhid is the central belief in the oneness of God in Islam.

  It emphasizes that there is only one God, Allah, who is unique and without partners.

  Muslims believe that Allah is the Creator, Sustainer, and Sovereign of the universe.

  Tawhid encompasses the belief in the unity of Allah's attributes, such as His mercy, justice, and omnipotence.

  It is the foundation of Islamic monotheism and is expressed in the declaration of faith (Shahada) that there is no god but Allah.

  Tawhid guides Muslims in their worship, ethics, and worldview, shaping every aspect of their lives around the acknowledgment of Allah's oneness.
• The belief of tawhid means muslims think the christian understanding of:


  God as the trinity is completely wrong as it sees God as three persons rather than one.Similarly polytheistic religions that worship more than one god are completely condemned in the Qur'an
• Muslims consider followers of polytheistic religions to be committing?

  shirk by placing other things equal to God
• Prophethood:


  -risalah or prophethood is the means communication between allah and humans

  - Aprophet is a messenger chosen by allah to teach guide and train people to follow him

  -messengers of allah humans cant be worshipped

  -They give guidance on how to follow allah- as humans are limited in their knowledge and imperfect and need Allah's guidance

  -Qur'an revealed through prophet muhammad

  -Qur'an mentions 25 of these prophets beginning with Adam

  -Muslims believe Muhammed was the final propher he is referred to in the Qur'an as the 'seal of prophets
• The qur'an refers to other books that were revealed to other prophets:


  - The tawrat (Torah) of musa, revealed to moses

  - the Zabur (Psalms) of Dawud revealed to David

  -The Injil (Gospel) of Isa,revealed to Jesus

  Sunhuf Ibrahim (Scrolls of Abraham) revealed to Abraham

  
  

  The Quran however only book that exists in its orginal form,written in arabic and unchanged.
• Adam:


  - means man

  -first prophet of Islam

  -allah created in his own image

  -created from dust

  -gave adam knowledge when tested infront of allahs angels adam able to answer all of adams questions

  - Made Hawwa (eve) to live with him in Jannah (Paradise)

  -gave them one rule not to eat from tree

  -disobeyed him after being tempted by Iblis

  -Allah sent them out of al-Jannah

  -Promised to give them his guidance so that they could be obedient to him
• Ibrahim:


  -man of truth

  -example for others to follow

  -born into polytheistic family

  -father was an idol maker

  -Ibrahim told his father and people of babylon that they were wrong to worship the carved idols

  -They sent him out of Babylon

  -On the command of Allah Ibrahim and his wife traveled through syria,palestine and on into egypt

  -Ibrahim first son Isma'il and second son Isaac

  -Both sons became prophets of allah
• How did Allah test Ibrahim's faith?


  -He asked him to sacrifice his only son Ismail, which he nearly did, only for Allah to stop him and send for a ram to sacrifice instead.

  -Ibrahim's journey and life are commemorated as part of many of the rites undetaken during the pilgrimage of Hajj

  -Honoured in Islam

  -Considered to be father of monotheism

  -At the end of every prayer muslims recite special prayer asking Allah to bless Ibrahim and his family
• Isma'il:


  Isma'il is a significant figure in Islamic tradition, recognized as a prophet and a son of the prophet Ibrahim (Abraham).

  Muslims believe that Isma'il was born to Ibrahim and Hajar (Hagar) in Mecca, according to the Quranic narrative.

  Isma'il is revered for his piety and devotion to God, symbolizing perseverance and faith in the face of adversity.

  According to tradition, Ibrahim and Isma'il are credited with rebuilding the Kaaba, the sacred house of worship in Islam.

  Isma'il is considered a patriarch in the lineage of the Prophet Muhammad, as his descendants are believed to be among the Arabs.

  Muslims commemorate the story of Ibrahim and Isma'il during the annual pilgrimage (Hajj) rituals, highlighting their role in Islamic history and spirituality.
• Musa:


  -(Moses)

  -Musa, also known as Moses, is a major prophet in Islam.

  He is revered for leading the Israelites out of bondage in Egypt, as mentioned in the Quran.

  
  

  -Musa received divine revelation in the form of the Torah (Tawrat) from Allah.

  
  

  -He is known for his courage, wisdom, and dedication to God's commandments.

  
  

  -Muslims commemorate Musa's story during the holiday of Ashura and through recitations of the Quranic verses about his life.
• Musa back story:


  -Phararaoh of the time ordered the killing of all male isralite children so that they would not grow up to become a powerful nation and conquer Egypt.

  -Musa's mother following allah's guidance managed to place Musa in a basket in the river nile to keep him safe

  -Pick up by the Pharaoh's family

  -Pharaoh's wife adopted musa

  -She hired a nanny who was musa's mother

  -Muslims believe this demonstrates allah's care over musa and allah's power to protect whom he chooses
• Dawud:


  Dawud, known as David in English, was a prophet and king in Islam.

  He is respected for his bravery in facing Goliath, a story also found in the Bible.

  Dawud is known for his love of God and his beautiful recitation of the Psalms (Zabur) given to him by Allah.

  Muslims remember Dawud as a just ruler and a devout worshipper.

  His story inspires Muslims to trust in God's strength and guidance.
• Isa (Jesus):


  -Sunni Muslims believe Isa is the messiah

  - who will return on the day of resurrection at the end of the world and bring together true muslims

  -According to the Hadith Isa will establish Islam in then end times and will make war until all religions except Islam are destroyed

  -Isa born to the virgin Mary has no father

  -Isa preformed miracles: healing people and raising the dead

  -Muslims believe Isa did not die-instead Allah took him into his presence

  -Muslims believe Isa was a human who had been chosen by allah to deliver his message
• Who was Muhammad?


  The last prophet of Allah
• Where was Muhammad born?

  Makkah around 570CE
• What did Muhammad gain reputation for as he grew up?


  Justice and honesty, earning the names Al-amin (trustworthy) and As-sadiq (truthful)
• What significant event involving Muhammad took place at the Kaaba in Makkah?


  Muhammad helped in rebuilding the Kaaba and resolved a conflict among tribal chiefs by placing a stone on the wall
• What did Muhammad do before becoming a prophet?


  He brought about peace in situations and rejected idol worship, becoming a monotheist
• Revelation of the Qur'an and the prophethood:


  angel appeared to muhammad