Islam

Question 1

Monotheism

Answer 1

• In Islam, monotheism, known as tawhid, underscores the belief in the oneness of God
• It emphasizes that there is only God, Allah, and that Muhammad is his final messenger

Question 2

Iman

Answer 2

• In Islam, Iman, means having faith,

Question 3

Islam

Answer 3

• „Islam“ rooted in the Arabic word „aslama“ meaning submission to the will of Allah in all aspects of life.
• It emphasizes peace, both internally through submission to Allah.
• Also externally by promoting ethical behavior and justice in society.

Question 4

Tawhid

Answer 4

• In Islam, „Tawhid“ means the oneness of God, emphasizing the unity of Allah.
• It signifies that Allah is the solo creator, sustainer, and controller of the universe, and all acts of worship must be directed exclusively to him.

Question 5

Shirk

Answer 5

• In Islam, „shirk“ denotes the serious sin of associating partners with Allah or attributing divine qualities to entities other than Allah.
• This is considered the gravest offense, emphasizing the absolute oneness and uniqueness of Allah.

Question 6

Risalah

Answer 6

• In Islam, „risalah“ refers to the concept of prophethood, signifying the role of selected individuals known as prophets.

Question 7

Yawm al-din

Answer 7

• „Yawm Al-din“ in Islam refers to the „Day of Judgment“ when every individual will be resurrected and held accountable for their actions.
• It is a fundamental concept in Islam, representing the Day when Allah judges each person based on their actions during their earthly life.

Question 8

Akhirah

Answer 8

• In Islam, „Akhirah“ refers to the afterlife, encompassing the beliefs about what happens to individuals after death.
• It is a fundamental concept, part of the six articles of faith, involving resurrection, judgment, and the eternal destination in paradise or hell.

Question 9

Umma

Answer 9

• In Islam, „Umma“ refers to the collective global community of Muslims united by a common faith.

Question 10

Ibadah

Answer 10

• In Islam, „Ibadah“ denotes acts of worship including prayers (Salah), fasting (Sawm), charity (Zahat), pilgrimage (Hajj), Quranic recitation supplication (Dua), circumambulation (Tawalf), remembrance of Allah (Adhkar), and sacrifice (Qurbani).

Question 11

Akhlaq

Answer 11

• In Islam, „akhlaq“ refers to ethical and moral principles that guide an individual’s behavior.
• It encompasses virtues such as good manners, honesty, generosity, patience, forgiveness, humility, and justice.

Question 12

Jihad

Answer 12

• In Islam, „Jihad“ is a multifaceted concept of encompassing various forms of striving and struggle for the sake of Allah.