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What are Sunni Muslims? |
Are Muslims who believe Abu Bakr, (Prophet Muhammad’s close friend) was the first rightly guided Khalifa after Prophet Muhammad’s death. |
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What are Shia Muslims? |
Muslims who believe that the first Islam leader after Prophet Muhammad’s death should descend from his home (Ahl al-bayt). Such as Ali who was Prophet Muhammad’s nephew. |
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What are the Six beliefs shared by all Muslims? |
-The belief in Allah-that he is the all powerful and all knowing being. -Belief in the angels of Allah-heavenly beings that perform tasks for Allah. -Belief in the prophets of Allah-Muslims believe that Allah has chosen a prophet to continue his teachings. -Belief in the books of Allah-Muslims believe that Allah’s messages are contained in holy texts. -Belief in the day of judgement-the Quran teaches that the universe will be destroyed and the dead will be resurrected and Allah will decide whether they go to paradise or hell. -Belief in the decree of Allah-Muslims believe in al-Qudr (that Allah has supreme power over the universe). |
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What are the 5 roots of ‘Usul ad-din’ including SOWAs? |
-Tawhid-that Allah is the one and only God, (‘he is God the one’-Surah 112) -Nabuwwah-the Belief in prophethood and thy prophets have been sent to all nations to preach Tawhid. (‘We sent a messenger to every community’-Surah 16) -Adl-the Belief that Allah is just and will bring justice. (‘be wary of your duty to Allah’-Tahaf al-Uqul) -Imamah-the Belief that authority has been given to Muhammad’s descendants. (‘God wishes to keep uncleanliness away from you’-Surah 4) -Mi’ad-the Belief in the day of judgement and resurrection. (‘All praise belongs to him in this world and the next’-Surah 28) |
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Name 3 characteristics of Allah including SOWAs: |
-he is Omnipotent (‘control of the heavens and the earth belongs to him’ Surah 7) -He is beneficence-meaning he is full of kindness and generosity (‘your lords bounty is not restricted’-Surah 17) -merciful meaning he is forgiving to sin where punishment may take place (‘my mercy embraces all things’ Surah 7) |
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What is Risalah? |
The system of communication between Allah and people through prophets. |
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Who is prophet Adam? |
Is believed to be the first prophet, he was part of the story Adam and Eve and Allah is seen to treat him with great mercy. But many people believe it is impossible to for a prophet to commit a sin. |
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Who is prophet Adam? |
Is believed to be the first prophet, he was part of the story Adam and Eve and Allah is seen to treat him with great mercy. But many people believe it is impossible to for a prophet to commit a sin. |
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Who is Ibrahim? |
He is seen as one of the greatest prophets and was highly honored for his devotion and obedience to Allah. |
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Who is prophet Adam? |
Is believed to be the first prophet, he was part of the story Adam and Eve and Allah is seen to treat him with great mercy. But many people believe it is impossible to for a prophet to commit a sin. |
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Who is Ibrahim? |
He is seen as one of the greatest prophets and was highly honored for his devotion and obedience to Allah. |
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Who is Isma’il? |
One of Ibrahim’s sons, and was praised by Allah for his devotion to God. Muslims also believe they were chosen to rebuild the Ka’bah in Mekkah. |
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Who is Ibrahim? |
He is seen as one of the greatest prophets and was highly honored for his devotion and obedience to Allah. |
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Who is Ibrahim? |
He is seen as one of the greatest prophets. He had a dream from Allah that he was sacrificing his son, Isma‘il. He told Isma’il and he was about to sacrifice him when Allah stopped them and praised them for their devotion to Allah. |
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Who is Musa? |
Muslims believe that Musa was appointed by Allah to free the Israelites from Slavery. He is also famous for performing many others miracles. |
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Who is Dawud? |
He is remembered for his wisdoms and prayers as well as his victory against slavery and was then king of the Israelites-following his victories. |
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Who is Dawud? |
He is remembered for his wisdoms and prayers as well as his victory against slavery and was then king of the Israelites-following his victories. |
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Who is Isa? |
He is a prophet who is recognized for his dedication to Tawhid. He was also seen as bringing people out of the dark and guiding them to the right path. |
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Why is Muhammad the most important Prophet? |
He was the only profit to be given a universal message that was meant for all the times and the previous profits prepared the way for him. He is described as ‘the seal of the profits’ (surah 33) he was also recited the Quran by Angel Jabril. |
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What does Malaikah mean? |
The Arabic word for Angels. |
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Who are the Kiraman Katiban? |
The noble scribes-angels who note every person’s good and bad deeds. |
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Who are the Kiraman Katiban? |
The noble scribes-angels who note every person’s good and bad deeds. |
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Who is Jibril? |
Delivers Allahs messages to the prophets e.g he recited the whole of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad. |
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Who are the Kiraman Katiban? |
The noble scribes-angels who note every person’s good and bad deeds. |
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Who is Jibril? |
An angel that delivers Allahs messages to the prophets e.g he recited the whole of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad. |
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Who is Mika’il? |
The angel who has the responsibility of overseeing the provision and maintenance of life. |
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Who is Izra’ll? |
He is referred to as the angel of death and responsible for taking very soul and returning it to Allah. |
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What is the Sahifah? |
Holy Scriptures of Abraham Mus’sa most of the scrolls are believed to be lost however some of the parts of been preserved (e.g The Quran Surah 53). |
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Why is the Sahifah important? |
Because there is part of the Sahifah in the Quran, (the main Hoky book). |
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What is the Zabur? |
Muslims believe that Dawud was given the Zabur. (150 psalms made up of songs, prayers and poetry which are beloved to be inspired by Allah). |
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What is the Quran? |
The most important how to text that is believed to be allies final revelation, as previous holy texts had become unreliable. |
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What is the Zabur? |
Muslims believe that Dawud was given the Zabur. (150 psalms made up of songs, prayers and poetry which are beloved to be inspired by Allah). |
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What is the Quran? |
The most important how to text that is believed to be allies final revelation, as previous holy texts had become unreliable. |
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Why is the Quran important? |
They believe that the Quran is the only scripture that is meant for all times all people and all places. |
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Why are angels important to Muslims? (Include SOWA) |
‘Who made angels messengers with two, three, four pairs of wings’ - Quran Surah 35 Here Angels are described as having pairs of wings, some Muslims believe this to be a metaphor for God giving them power or ability. |
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What is Al Qadr? |
The belief that Allah is all knowing and has a plan for everyone and everything also known as predestination. |
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What is Al Qadr? |
The belief that Allah is all knowing and has a plan for everyone and everything also known as predestination. |
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Give a SOWA for Al Qadr? |
‘He is the all knowing creator’ Quran Surah 36 |
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What is Al Qadr? |
The belief that Allah is all knowing and has a plan for everyone and everything also known as predestination. |
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Give a SOWA for Al Qadr? |
‘He is the all knowing creator’ Quran Surah 36 |
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What does Akhirah mean? |
It means life after death when the day of judgment takes place. |
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Name a SOWA for resurrection: |
‘Who will bring us back? The one who created you the first time’ Quran Surah 17 |
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What is the Arabic term for paradise and hell? |
jannah and Jahannam |
