c3 Flashcards
(20 cards)
definition of tawhid
the oneness of Allah
what does”You alone do we worship” teach Muslims
The verse teaches muslims self-discipline and keeps them close contact with Allah. This gives them the strength to remain committed to living a good and purposeful life.
what does”You alone do we ask for help” teach Muslims
The verse “you alone do we ask for help” teaches Muslims that only Allah is the one who guides and protects Muslims. It further suggests that when in need, a Muslim should call upon Allah for help and guidance.
definition of shirk
is the Arabic word which means ‘to take a partner’.
Give me an example of shirk
idol worshiping , superstition and hands of fatima
Prophet Adam
First man to be created by Allah “And we fashioned him”. As a sign of honor the inhabitants of paradise were ordered “Prostrate to Adam and they prostrated except Iblis” .All of Mankind regardless of race, gender, qualities etc , are referred to as “Children of Adam” .Unlike the Angels Adam had Free Will and is also known as “The father of mankind”
Prophet Ibrahim
Allah promised Ibrahim that from his descendants will arise future prophets and they did! Through the lineage of his son Ismael, came the Prophet Muhammed and through the lineage of Is’haaq came the Prophets Musa and Isa (there are others too). This links Prophet Ibrahim to the three monotheistic faiths, hence his honorable title. He sacrificed he’s son Ismail but Allah stop the slaughtering and replaced with a ram . practice eid ul ad-ha WI
Prophet Isa
Spoke from the cradle and performed miracles.
“And they did not crucify him” - Q
Will return again to bring peace on the earth - WI
Prophet Muhammad
Most Muslims may believe that one of the reasons why Prophet Muhammed was important, was because he spoke out against racism. This is made explicit from the hadith “no Arab has superiority over a non-Arab”.
Muslims follow his teachings and practices and this is known as “Sunnah”.Final Messenger, known as “seal of the Prophets”
Describe Laylut ul Qadr
Lailat al Qadr, the Night of Power, marks the night in which the Qur’an was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad by Allah. Prophet Muhammad could not read but three times Jibril ordered him to ‘Iqra’ or recite Allah’s message.
define lailat miraj
Lailat al Miraj celebrates the Prophet Muhammad’s nighttime journey from Mecca to Jerusalem, where he then ascended to heaven. While sleeping in the Ka’bah, the sacred shrine of Mecca, Muhammad was visited by the archangels Jibril and Mikal. Muslims should prostrate (bow/pray) to Allah 5 times a day – Salah.
- Wider impact
Some Muslims gather at their local mosque for prayers, while others celebrate at home by telling the story of Muhammad’s journey to children and reciting prayers at night. After prayers, food is served.
definition of greater jihad
the daily struggle and inner spiritual striving to live as a Muslim
Give an example of greater jihad
5 daily prayers
following the sunnah
definition of lesser jihad
is a physical struggle or ‘holy war’ in defense of Islam.
what are the condition of jihad
- as an act of self defense
- not to transgress ( go beyond limit)
what is angel Jibreel role
main responsibility is to communicate the Words of Allah to His prophets. It is Jibril who revealed the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad.
give me a quote for jibreel
‘Whoever is an enemy of Jibra’il and Mika’il is an enemy of Allah’
what is the role of angel Mikhail
He is known as the giver of rain, which waters the land and helps to provide food for people. He is believed to guard places of worship and reward people’s good deeds. Physical nourisher
what is the role of Munkar and Nakir –.
The angels responsible for questioning the soul of a person who has died
Who is your Lord?
Who is your prophet?
What is your religion?
what does shia and sunni believe about angels
sunnis believe angels have no free will
shias believe angels have limited free will but chose not do wrong
