Islam beliefs and teachings ☪️ Flashcards
Tawhid meaning and quotes
The oneness of God/there is no God but he.
Surah 112-
“He is God the one” -he cannot be divided into different persons, there is no God But he
“No one is comparable to him” - unique, supreme, superior
“God the eternal”
What are the 6 articles of faith Sunni Islam
Tawhid - belief that there is one God
Angels - belief in angels who passed on messages
Authority of holy book- book is the word of God what he wants humans believe and practice
The prophets of God- respect for prophets especially Muhammad who received final revelation of islam
Day of judgement - at the end of the world everyone will be judged and sent to paradise of hell
The Supremacy of Gods will - nothing happens unless God wants it to
Who did Sunni Muslims consider te be the rightful leader
Abu bakr
Five roots of Usual Ad-Din in Shia Islam
Tawhid
Prophethood
Justice of God ( adalat) - God will judge everyone in a fair way
The Imamate respect for the 12 imams who were chosen by God
Resurrection - belief that after death Muslims will be resurrected and judged by God
What are the roles of angels and how do they influence Muslims
Blow trumpets
Send messages
Write things down in book of deeds
Influence Muslims to do good as they record deeds
Read the Quran and pray so that they can receive messages form angels to communicate with God more
What word means everlasting life after death
akhira
ID UL ADAR
celebration of the willingness Abraham had to sacrifice his son - example of how others should live for God
ID UL FITR and how is it celebrated
muslimscelebrating the end of fasting for Ramadan
morning prayers
saying Eid mubarak to others
gifts are given to children in need
sweets are prepared and eaten
Why do Muslims believe Quran is important
It is the divine word of allah- his teaching and commanments and tells muslims exactly what they need to do to get to heaven.
Muslim teachings about life after death
they will remain in their graves until day of judgment
if you get the book in the right hand your going to paradise if you get a book in the left your going yo hell
the righteous will be sent to paradise ( jannah) and the wicked to hell (jahannam)
'’those who atain to faith and do righteous deeds the gardens of paradise will be there to welcome them’’ (quran 18:107)
Quotes that show the supremacy of Allah
He is God the one, God the eternal. He beggar no one nor was he begotten. No one is comparable to him.
Quote that shows importance of Muhammad
Muhammad is Gods messenger and the seal of the prophets ( no other prophets after Muhammad) no one is needed, he has fulfilled the role to the finest.
Quote that shows the supremacy of Quran
This is the scripture in which there is no doubt, containing guidance for those who are mindful of God
Quote to trust Allah
Misfortune can only happen with Gods permission
Quote that shows we are with Allah
He first created man from clay… then he moulded him and he breathed from his spirit into him.
Quote that shows God loves Abraham
God took Abraham as a true friend
Who do Shia Muslims believe was the successor
Ali
Similarities and differences between Shia and Sunni beliefs and teachings
Allah is the one God.
They regard the Holy Qur’an as the word of Allah.
They acknowledge the same prophets.
They believe that angels passed on messages to the prophets.
They believe there will be a Day of Judgement.
Follow teachings of Quran
Follow teachings in sunnah
Acknowledge importance of prophets
Shia follow 5 roots Sunni 6 articles
Sunni = Abu Bakr , Muhammad’s advisor
Shia = Ali, Muhammad cousin and sun in law
Characteristics of angels
Pure sinless beings
Made out of light
Gods messenger
Constantly serve and praise God
Take care of people
Record everything a person does in book of deeds
Do not have free will
Nature of Allah and how many names
Transcendent
Omnipotent
Omnibenevolent / Beneficent
Fair and just
Merciful
Immanent
99 names
Who was angel Jibrail
The angel of revelation
Purified Muhammad’s heart when he was a child
Recited the Quran to Muhammad
He plays an important part in communicating the final version of Islam to humanity
Who was angle Mikail
The angel of mercy
Responsible for sending rain, thunder and lightning
Brings nourishment to the earth as rain helps provide people with food
Believed to reward people for good deeds
Which angel will blow trumpets
Angel Israfil
Quote that shows Allah is omnipotent
Quran 3:26
“Allah, Lord of power”
Quote that shows Allah is merciful and forgiving
Ayat 39:53
O My servants who have transgressed against themselves (by sinning) Do not lose hope in Allah’s mercy, for Allah certainly forgives all sins. He is indeed the All-Forgiving, Most Merciful.
Quotes that show Allah wants us to live like him
And be good
“Allah loves those who are merciful and compassionate to others”
“Be merciful to those on earth and the One above the heavens will have mercy upon you’
Divorce your heart form the world and Allah will love you “
Quote about Allah nature
Indeed, Allah commands justice, grace, as well as generosity to close relatives. He forbids indecency, wickedness, and aggression
Quote to trust in Allah + predestination
Only what God has decree will happen to us Quran 9: 51
God does not change the conditions of people unless they change what is in themselves Quran 13: 11
What is predestination
God knows and determine everything that happens in the universe
Humans do not her freedom to change their destiny
What is an immam
A person who leads prayers in mosque
What is Imamate
Shia belief that all I’m mama should be spiritual descendants of prophet Muhammad
Contrasting belief about predestination
Shia Muslims believe God knows what is going to happen to us but it does not mean he decides it
Beliefs about Akhirah
After death they enter a state of waiting till judgment day
They will be sent to heaven ( jannah) or hell (jahannam)
Life after death encourages Muslims to live in a way that pleases God
What is Akhirah
Everlasting life after death
Quote about going to heaven or hell
Quotes about free will
“Every person is free to choose how they act, God knows the outcome of free choices”
How does pre destination influence muslims
They are less scared of death as they believe whenever they die is when god had decided them to die so it is meant to be
Try to live in accordance to Gods will
Makes Muslim more God conscious and want to be obedient because they they know he knows what is going to happen and
Gives Muslims hope as everything that happens is part of Gods plan which will make them have faith
If bad things keep happening it may lead do hopelessness because everything is predetermined
End up giving up because everything is predestined, could make someone reliant on God taking away form the blessings he may have for them as they need to fulfil Gods promises
Meaning of Risalah
Communication between God and Humanity
Why is Muhammad important
-Seal of prophets - final prophet
-Founder of Islamic religion
-God chose to reveal the Quran to him
-His words made him a great teacher
-He spoke with authority directly from God
-He was illiterate but recited the Quran
- created community
- rejected worship of idols
What is Sunna and Hadith
Islamic books of guidance
Why are prophets important
Channel of communication between God and humanity
Brought important messages form God
Show Muslims how to live their
life
Spread the word of God
What is sharia law
Why was ibrahim and example of faith
Believed in one true God
A man btw as prepared to sacrifice his son for God
Rejected idols
Obedience and surrendering to God and his command
'’true in faith’’ ‘‘upright man’’
How is Adam an example of Stewardship
His tasks was to be a steward of the works ( Khanifah)
He did wrong but repented
First prophet and human to be created
Build the ka’aba
How Is Id Ul Adah celebrated
Pray
Eat with family
Slaughter/ Sacrifice a animal ( lamb)
Why is the Quran important
Contains the true word - direct revelation form God
Covers every aspect of life there for is a hood guide for Muslims
The Quran is basis of Shari’ah law
-Used by Muslims in daily worship
-In jummah services on Friday
-In celebration festivals
-a source of explanation
-treated with great respect and reverence
Quran quote
The quran is nothing less than a revelation that is sent to him It was taught to him by and angel with mighty powers and great strength Surah 53
The Quran confirms what was revealed before it surah 10
Quotes that shows Allah is transcendent
He begot no one nor was he begotten
What is akhirah
Everlasting life after death
Risalah meaning
Belief that the prophets are an important way that God can communicate with human
Imamate
