2.1.3 Belief in Imams Flashcards
1
Q
Who was the first caliph appointed after the death of Muhammed?
A
Abu Bakr
2
Q
How many caliphs where there before Ali?
A
3
3
Q
Why do Shi’a muslims not recognise those appointed before Ali?
A
Ali was the first male convert to Islam and was apart of Muhammad’s family.
4
Q
What is the role of the Imamah?
A
to guard the religious rules of shia.
5
Q
State what Shi’a Muslims believe about the twelfth Imam?
A
That he is in occultation and is waiting to appear on Allah’s command and there will be many signs before the twelfth imam shows and one of these signs is the second coming of Jesus.
