Islam - Hadith of Gabriel (week 1) Flashcards
What is the Muslim Calendar based upon?
It is based on the lunar calendar - easier to look at the moon due to a lack of technology to determine what time of year it was
What encounter is recounted in the Hadith of Gabriel?
encounter between the Prophet Muhammad and an unfamiliar man who turns out to be Gabriel.
how is the unfamiliar mans appearance described
is mysterious, as he arrives without any signs of travel, which is unusual in the small community of Medina.
what does the man ask the prophet
sks the Prophet about the key aspects of Islam: submission, faith, doing what is beautiful, and the Hour (the end times).
how does the prophet respond?
After each question, the Prophet provides concise and fundamental explanations.
why is this encounter noteworthy
noteworthy not only for the content of the questions and answers but also for the unusual behavior of the stranger. The companions of the Prophet are surprised and bewildered by the man’s audacity, but they follow the Prophet’s lead in treating the situation as normal. After the man’s departure, the Prophet reveals to his companions that the questioner was Gabriel, who came to teach them their religion.
why is the encounter important
as a summary of the essential teachings of Islam. The encounter serves as a foundational moment in Islamic tradition, providing a concise framework for understanding the core beliefs and practices of the religion.
how is it relevant for the religion
Hadith of Gabriel outlines three key dimensions of Islam which are submission, faith and doing what is beautiful.
the text emphasis that these dimensions are interconnected and constitute towards the complete reality of Islam. they are lived out as a unified whole. the text overall suggests that Islam encompasses both external actions, inner beliefs and understanding forming a comprehensive way of life for its followers.
what is din
used to refer to religion, in this context though it carries a broader meaning and signifies concepts like obedience, submission, service and even the moral weight of owing a debt. in the Islamic view din encapsulates the path set down by. the Quran and implies the moral obligation to God.
how does the Quran employ the term din
it is employed in different contexts - a set of rules, a message brought by all prophets, and a submission to God that encompasses taw hid,.
