Angels Flashcards
Give a quote to show how highly angels think of Allah…
“They exalt [Him] night and day [and] do not slacken”
What is the purpose of Angels?
To follow Allah’s orders and communicate with humans, often through prophets. In heaven they praise him and guard his throne. They welcome humans to heaven.
What are the characteristics of angels?
They are genderless They are made of light and have wings They are immortal and dont have free will as their role is to obey Allah They are incapable of sin They were created before humans
Give a quote to support the idea that angels record peoples good and bad deeds for the day of judgement
“Our messengers are with them recording”
What do guardian angels do?
They protect people from danger and evil
How do angels influence Muslims?
Due to them recording their deeds, it influences Muslims to do good things
Why is angel Jibril important?
He revealed Allahs words (the Qur’an) to Muhammad and revealed messages to other prophets. He also told Maryam she was pregnant with Isa
Angel Jibril is known as and angel of…
Revelation
Give a quote to show angel Jibril revealing the Qur’an to Muhammad
“Gabriel… has brought the Qur’an down upon your heart, [O Muhammad], by permission of Allah”
Why is angel Mika’il important?
He asks Allah to forgive peoples sins
What is angel Izrail the angel of?
The angel of death. He takes the souls from peoples bodies when they die
It is believed that who will blow the trumpet on the day of judgement?
Israfil
