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WorksheetsIslam
Total questions: 116
Worksheet time: 39mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
ablution
a)
Ritual washing in Islam. The Arabic term is wudu.
b)
SHIA belief in the divine appointment of Imams
c)
Literally 'doing good'. One of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah, it refers to the generosity that Allah shows to humans.
d)
Creator of all things....in charge of everything -Quran 6:102-103
e)
Annual pilgrimage to Makkah, which all Muslims must undertake at least once in their lives, unless prevented by problems over wealth or health. The 5th of the Five Pillars.
2.
Adalat
a)
The concept of justice in Shi'a Islam
b)
SHIA belief in the day of judgement and bodily resurrection of the dead.
c)
Obey God & the Prophet -Quran 4:59
d)
Those who... do good deeds ... will have their reward -Quran 2:277
e)
Reward for what they used to do -Quran 56:15-24
3.
Adam
a)
One of the prophets of Allah. The father of humankind. He built the Ka'aba.
b)
SHIA Accepting that Muhammad is Allah's last prophet
c)
He gave you hearing , sight minds -Quran 32:7&9
d)
Misfortunes can only happen with God's will -Quran 64:11
e)
Referred to by Muslims as paradise. It is Allah's reward after death to those who have been faithful to Allah and who have repented of their sins.
4.
Akhira
a)
SUNNI Life after death including the idea of judgement, heaven and hell.
b)
SHIA Belief in the Oneness and Unity of God
c)
The day when Allah will decide about individual deeds, good and bad, and on reward or punishment.
d)
This refers to the duty of every Muslim to live a good life, staying faithful to the beliefs and obeying the commands of Islam.
e)
Garments of fire will be tailored for those who disbelieve -Quran 22:19-22
5.
Akhirah
a)
Life After Death Muslims believe that death is not the end.
b)
The Islamic name for God.
c)
This refers to Allah's justice. He treats all humans equally and as they deserve.
d)
Each person has angels ... watching over him by God's command -Quran 13:11
e)
Amid scorching wind & scalding water.. neither cool nor refreshing -Quran 56:42-44
6.
Al Q'adar
a)
SUNNI Fate/Predestination, nothing happens outside the will of Allah. Allah punishes people for choosing evil and humans are responsible for all choices they make, good and bad.
b)
They are spiritual beings created from elements of light. They gave Gods messages to the prophets and watch over humans.
c)
Not eating or drinking. It refers especially to sawm, which is the 4th of the Five Pillars. During the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset.
d)
He who eats and drinks while his brother goes hungry is not one of us
e)
It is a place of great suffering after death for those who have rejected the Qur'an's teachings and have led a wicked life. For some it will last forever.
7.
Al-Adalat
a)
SHIA belief in the Justice of Allah
b)
A plain near to Makkah where pilgrims gather to worship, pray and ask for forgiveness. This takes place on the ninth day of the Islamic month, the day before Eid ul Adha.
c)
Jummah. Friday prayers in the mosque, where a sermon (khutbah) is heard.
d)
Allah has appointed you his steward over it
e)
Humans are responsible for most of what they do because they have free will and so will be accountable on the Day of Judgement.
8.
Al-Imamah / Imamate
a)
SHIA belief in the divine appointment of Imams
b)
A very important festival in Shi'a Islam, occurring on 10th Muharram. Shi'a Muslims commemorate the martyrdom of Hussein (Muhammad's grandson). Ashura is observed by Sunni Muslims for a different reason, as a day of repentance for sins in the belief that they will be forgiven.
c)
A key practice in Islam. Zakah is the 3rd of the Five Pillars. Giving alms means giving to those in need, e.g. money, food, time.
d)
All people are as equal as the teeth on a comb
e)
Abraham, who was true in faith -Quran 4:125
9.
Al-Ma'ad
a)
SHIA belief in the day of judgement and bodily resurrection of the dead.
b)
As the direct Word of Allah, the Qur'an has supreme authority. This means its truths must be believed and its commands obeyed.
c)
He is with you wherever you are-Quran 57:4
d)
There are 99 names of Allah and he who commits them to memory shall get to paradise
e)
One of the prophets of Allah. He rebuilt the Ka'aba.
10.
Al-Nubuwah
a)
SHIA Accepting that Muhammad is Allah's last prophet
b)
Literally 'doing good'. One of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah, it refers to the generosity that Allah shows to humans.
c)
Your Lord will not be unjust to anyone -Quran 18:40
d)
A Muslim who has memorized the Qur'an
e)
Celebration of the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah. It comes at the end of the period of hajj.
11.
Al-Tawhid
a)
SHIA Belief in the Oneness and Unity of God
b)
Each person has angels ... watching over him by God's command -Quran 13:11
c)
Creator of the heavens & earth -Quran 35:1
d)
The Islamic name for God.
e)
The Islamic name for God.
12.
Allah
a)
The Islamic name for God.
b)
Whosoever kills an innocent human being, it shall be as if he has killed all mankind
c)
The belief that Allah is close to humanity and involved in the world.
d)
A division (chapter) of the Qur an. There are 114 in all.
e)
Do not kill any child, any woman, or any elder or sick person
13.
angels
a)
They are spiritual beings created from elements of light. They gave Gods messages to the prophets and watch over humans.
b)
SHIA Accepting that Muhammad is Allah's last prophet
c)
Whosoever kills an innocent human being, it shall be as if he has killed all mankind
d)
No one is comparable to Him -Quran 112:1-4
e)
It is a place of great suffering after death for those who have rejected the Qur'an's teachings and have led a wicked life. For some it will last forever.
14.
Arafat
a)
A plain near to Makkah where pilgrims gather to worship, pray and ask for forgiveness. This takes place on the ninth day of the Islamic month, the day before Eid ul Adha.
b)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
c)
SHIA Accepting that Muhammad is Allah's last prophet
d)
He is God, the only one. -Quran 4:87
e)
Humans are responsible for most of what they do because they have free will and so will be accountable on the Day of Judgement.
15.
Ashura
a)
A very important festival in Shi'a Islam, occurring on 10th Muharram. Shi'a Muslims commemorate the martyrdom of Hussein (Muhammad's grandson). Ashura is observed by Sunni Muslims for a different reason, as a day of repentance for sins in the belief that they will be forgiven.
b)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
c)
Whosoever kills an innocent human being, it shall be as if he has killed all mankind
d)
SUNNI - The most important Article of Faith, said in the daily Shahada, It testifies that Allah is the only God. Expresses the strict Monotheism of Islam
e)
Abraham, who was true in faith -Quran 4:125
16.
authority of the Quran
a)
As the direct Word of Allah, the Qur'an has supreme authority. This means its truths must be believed and its commands obeyed.
b)
This refers to the military struggle to defend Islam. It is carried out according to strict and clear cut rules.
c)
One of the prophets of Allah. The father of humankind. He built the Ka'aba.
d)
He taught Adam all the names of things -Quran 2:31-32
e)
One of the prophets of Allah. He rebuilt the Ka'aba.
17.
beneficence
a)
Literally 'doing good'. One of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah, it refers to the generosity that Allah shows to humans.
b)
The city where Muhammad was born. The spiritual centre of Islam, it is in Saudi Arabia.
c)
Your Lord will not be unjust to anyone -Quran 18:40
d)
The Five Pillars observed by Sunni Muslims which support Islam by encouraging the development of good character, attitude and behaviour. These are shahadah, salah, zakah, sawm and hajj.
e)
Celebration of the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah. It comes at the end of the period of hajj.
18.
Choosing how to behave/Sunnah Quran 4
a)
Obey God & the Prophet -Quran 4:59
b)
SUNNI The belief in Angels, they are figures of importance as they are supernatural and are sent as messengers of God.
c)
Each person has angels ... watching over him by God's command -Quran 13:11
d)
The foundations of the faith in Shi'a Islam. They consist of five key beliefs: Din Tawhid(the Oneness of Allah), Adalat (justice), prophethood (nubuwwah), imamate (leadership)
e)
A celebration that comes at the end of Ramadan and marks the end of fasting.
19.
Creation of humans/free will Quran 32
a)
He gave you hearing , sight minds -Quran 32:7&9
b)
Celebration of the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah. It comes at the end of the period of hajj.
c)
He who eats and drinks while his brother goes hungry is not one of us
d)
The term means 'good news' and it is the good news about Isa (Jesus), one of the prophets of Islam. It was written down by his disciples.
e)
The belief that Allah is close to humanity and involved in the world.
20.
Day of Judgement
a)
The day when Allah will decide about individual deeds, good and bad, and on reward or punishment.
b)
A celebration that comes at the end of Ramadan and marks the end of fasting.
c)
Allah has appointed you his steward over it
d)
It means 'leadership' and refers in Shi'a Islam to the twelve imams who succeeded Muhammad as the leaders of Islam.
e)
1. The name of the religion followed by Muslims. 2. To surrender to the will of God. 3. Peace.
21.
fairness
a)
This refers to Allah's justice. He treats all humans equally and as they deserve.
b)
The belief that Allah is close to humanity and involved in the world.
c)
All people are as equal as the teeth on a comb
d)
The black covered cube-shaped building in the centre of the grand mosque in Makkah. All Muslims face towards it when they pray.
e)
Jibril is the most important of the angels and spoke with many of the prophets of Allah. Jibril dictated the Qur'an to Muhammad. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
22.
fasting
a)
Not eating or drinking. It refers especially to sawm, which is the 4th of the Five Pillars. During the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset.
b)
1. The name of the religion followed by Muslims. 2. To surrender to the will of God. 3. Peace.
c)
There are 99 names of Allah and he who commits them to memory shall get to paradise
d)
The name for the night on which Muhammad received the first revelations of the Qur'an.
e)
Means 'to struggle'. It refers to the effort made to obey Allah.
23.
Friday prayer
a)
Jummah. Friday prayers in the mosque, where a sermon (khutbah) is heard.
b)
Jibril is the most important of the angels and spoke with many of the prophets of Allah. Jibril dictated the Qur'an to Muhammad. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
c)
A Muslim who has memorized the Qur'an
d)
Sacred prayers / poems written by King Dawud (David) who was himself a prophet of Allah.
e)
Weekly communal salah (prayers) performed after midday on a Friday.
24.
giving alms
a)
A key practice in Islam. Zakah is the 3rd of the Five Pillars. Giving alms means giving to those in need, e.g. money, food, time.
b)
Means 'to struggle'. It refers to the effort made to obey Allah.
c)
There is no God but Allah and Muhammad is his messenger
d)
The Holy Book revealed to the Prophet Muhammad by the angel Jibril. Allah's final revelation to humankind.
e)
This is a practice in Shi'a Islam. It is a 20% tax on annual surplus income and is given to the poor and to religious leaders.
25.
God being immanent - Quran 57
a)
He is with you wherever you are-Quran 57:4
b)
Weekly communal salah (prayers) performed after midday on a Friday.
c)
Muslims who believe in the Imamate, successorship of Ali.
d)
These were individual revelations to Ibrahim that were written on parchment but have perished. They were given on the first day of Ramadan and consisted of stories.
e)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
26.
God being just on Judgement day Quran 18
a)
Your Lord will not be unjust to anyone -Quran 18:40
b)
This is a practice in Shi'a Islam. It is a 20% tax on annual surplus income and is given to the poor and to religious leaders.
c)
Do not kill any child, any woman, or any elder or sick person
d)
Muslim declaration of faith. It is a statement of faith in Allah as the only God and in Muhammad as Allah's prophet. The 1st of the Five Pillars for Sunni Muslims. In Shi'a Islam it is not a separate Pillar and it has two additional statements relating to Ali as beloved of Allah and the rightful trustee and successor of Muhammad.
e)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
27.
God being omnipotent Quran 35
a)
Creator of the heavens & earth -Quran 35:1
b)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
c)
Muslims who believe in the successorship of Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman and Ali.
d)
These are requirements for Shi'a Muslims. They include salah, sawm, zakah, hajj and jihad (duties also for Sunni Muslims) but the final five are not part of the Sunni tradition.
e)
This refers to the military struggle to defend Islam. It is carried out according to strict and clear cut rules.
28.
God being omnipotent. Quran 6
a)
Creator of all things....in charge of everything -Quran 6:102-103
b)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
c)
A division (chapter) of the Qur an. There are 114 in all.
d)
This was given by Allah to Musa (Moses), who was a prophet of Allah. It was given on Mt. Sinai.
e)
The city where Muhammad was born. The spiritual centre of Islam, it is in Saudi Arabia.
29.
God rewarding the good Quran 2
a)
Those who... do good deeds ... will have their reward -Quran 2:277
b)
This refers to the military struggle to defend Islam. It is carried out according to strict and clear cut rules.
c)
No one is comparable to Him -Quran 112:1-4
d)
Ablution. Ritual washing performed before salah and also when purification is needed.
e)
SUNNI The belief in Angels, they are figures of importance as they are supernatural and are sent as messengers of God.
30.
God's omnipotence and omniscience Quran 64
a)
Misfortunes can only happen with God's will -Quran 64:11
b)
The city where Muhammad was born. The spiritual centre of Islam, it is in Saudi Arabia.
c)
He is God, the only one. -Quran 4:87
d)
The 3rd of the Five Pillars. It consists of the giving of alms to purify those who give it and the rest of their money.
e)
One of Allah's 99 Beautiful Names. It refers to Allah's willingness to forgive the sins of those who repent.
31.
greater jihad
a)
This refers to the duty of every Muslim to live a good life, staying faithful to the beliefs and obeying the commands of Islam.
b)
SUNNI The belief in Angels, they are figures of importance as they are supernatural and are sent as messengers of God.
c)
SUNNI - The most important Article of Faith, said in the daily Shahada, It testifies that Allah is the only God. Expresses the strict Monotheism of Islam
d)
Allah commands justice
e)
Every community is sent a messenger -Quran 10:47
32.
Guardian Angels Quran 13
a)
Each person has angels ... watching over him by God's command -Quran 13:11
b)
One of Allah's 99 Beautiful Names. It refers to Allah's willingness to forgive the sins of those who repent.
c)
He taught Adam all the names of things -Quran 2:31-32
d)
The lord hath decreed that ye be kind to parents
e)
One of the most important angels. He gives spiritual and material help to humans. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
33.
Hadith - Quote for helping those in need
a)
He who eats and drinks while his brother goes hungry is not one of us
b)
Every community is sent a messenger -Quran 10:47
c)
The Five Pillars observed by Sunni Muslims which support Islam by encouraging the development of good character, attitude and behaviour. These are shahadah, salah, zakah, sawm and hajj.
d)
Do not take life, which Allah has made sacred, except for just cause
e)
Place to be visited on hajj - stoning of pillars.
34.
Hadith - Quote for stewardship
a)
Allah has appointed you his steward over it
b)
One of the most important angels. He gives spiritual and material help to humans. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
c)
The foundations of the faith in Shi'a Islam. They consist of five key beliefs: Din Tawhid(the Oneness of Allah), Adalat (justice), prophethood (nubuwwah), imamate (leadership)
d)
Repel evil with what is better
e)
The Muslim place of worship.
35.
Hadith for equality
a)
All people are as equal as the teeth on a comb
b)
Place to be visited on hajj - stoning of pillars.
c)
The term means 'good news' and it is the good news about Isa (Jesus), one of the prophets of Islam. It was written down by his disciples.
d)
If a person forgives and makes reconciliation he is due his reward from Allah
e)
God's messenger and the seal of the prophets -Quran 33:40
36.
Hadith for the names of God
a)
There are 99 names of Allah and he who commits them to memory shall get to paradise
b)
The Muslim place of worship.
c)
It means 'leadership' and refers in Shi'a Islam to the twelve imams who succeeded Muhammad as the leaders of Islam.
d)
If two parties of believers take up arms. Make peace between them.
e)
the last and greatest of the prophets of Allah. He received the Qur'an and his Sunnah and Hadiths are also important sources of authority.
37.
Hafiz
a)
A Muslim who has memorized the Qur'an
b)
Abraham, who was true in faith -Quran 4:125
c)
The black covered cube-shaped building in the centre of the grand mosque in Makkah. All Muslims face towards it when they pray.
d)
Actions made during salah consisting of recitations, standing, bowing and prostration
e)
Each person has angels ... watching over him by God's command -Quran 13:11
38.
Hajj
a)
Annual pilgrimage to Makkah, which all Muslims must undertake at least once in their lives, unless prevented by problems over wealth or health. The 5th of the Five Pillars.
b)
One of the prophets of Allah. He rebuilt the Ka'aba.
c)
The name for the night on which Muhammad received the first revelations of the Qur'an.
d)
Month during which fasting from dawn to sunset is demanded (ninth month of the Islamic calendar).
e)
He who eats and drinks while his brother goes hungry is not one of us
39.
Heaven Life after Death Quran 56
a)
Reward for what they used to do -Quran 56:15-24
b)
Celebration of the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah. It comes at the end of the period of hajj.
c)
Life After Death Muslims believe that death is not the end.
d)
Acts of reciting from memory texts from the Qur'an.
e)
Allah has appointed you his steward over it
40.
heaven
a)
Referred to by Muslims as paradise. It is Allah's reward after death to those who have been faithful to Allah and who have repented of their sins.
b)
A celebration that comes at the end of Ramadan and marks the end of fasting.
c)
SUNNI Fate/Predestination, nothing happens outside the will of Allah. Allah punishes people for choosing evil and humans are responsible for all choices they make, good and bad.
d)
After death, all people will be raised from the dead to face Allah's judgement. This is a physical resurrection.
e)
All people are as equal as the teeth on a comb
41.
Hell for disbelievers Quran 22
a)
Garments of fire will be tailored for those who disbelieve -Quran 22:19-22
b)
The belief that Allah is close to humanity and involved in the world.
c)
SHIA belief in the Justice of Allah
d)
Allah shows his nature and his will to believers through the words of the Qur'an.
e)
There are 99 names of Allah and he who commits them to memory shall get to paradise
42.
Hell Life After Death Quran 56
a)
Amid scorching wind & scalding water.. neither cool nor refreshing -Quran 56:42-44
b)
1. The name of the religion followed by Muslims. 2. To surrender to the will of God. 3. Peace.
c)
SHIA belief in the divine appointment of Imams
d)
Prophethood. The channel of communication between Allah and humanity. Three prophets are set for study: Adam, Ibrahim and Muhammad.
e)
A Muslim who has memorized the Qur'an
43.
hell
a)
It is a place of great suffering after death for those who have rejected the Qur'an's teachings and have led a wicked life. For some it will last forever.
b)
Jibril is the most important of the angels and spoke with many of the prophets of Allah. Jibril dictated the Qur'an to Muhammad. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
c)
SHIA belief in the day of judgement and bodily resurrection of the dead.
d)
SUNNI The prophets of Allah, Sent by God to spread his word. There have been 25 including Abraham, Moses, and Jesus (Isa), Muhammad was the last.
e)
As the direct Word of Allah, the Qur'an has supreme authority. This means its truths must be believed and its commands obeyed.
44.
Human responsibility
a)
Humans are responsible for most of what they do because they have free will and so will be accountable on the Day of Judgement.
b)
Means 'to struggle'. It refers to the effort made to obey Allah.
c)
SHIA Accepting that Muhammad is Allah's last prophet
d)
Prayer to and worship of Allah, performed under the conditions set by the Prophet Muhammad - five times a day. The 2nd of the Five Pillars.
e)
Literally 'doing good'. One of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah, it refers to the generosity that Allah shows to humans.
45.
Ibrahim as the first monotheist - Quran 4
a)
Abraham, who was true in faith -Quran 4:125
b)
Weekly communal salah (prayers) performed after midday on a Friday.
c)
SHIA Belief in the Oneness and Unity of God
d)
Fasting from dawn to dusk during Ramadan
e)
Obey God & the Prophet -Quran 4:59
46.
Ibrahim
a)
One of the prophets of Allah. He rebuilt the Ka'aba.
b)
This is a practice in Shi'a Islam. It is a 20% tax on annual surplus income and is given to the poor and to religious leaders.
c)
Whosoever kills an innocent human being, it shall be as if he has killed all mankind
d)
Each person has angels ... watching over him by God's command -Quran 13:11
e)
He gave you hearing , sight minds -Quran 32:7&9
47.
Id-ul-Adha
a)
Celebration of the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah. It comes at the end of the period of hajj.
b)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
c)
The Islamic name for God.
d)
He who eats and drinks while his brother goes hungry is not one of us
e)
The day when Allah will decide about individual deeds, good and bad, and on reward or punishment.
48.
Id-ul-Fitr
a)
A celebration that comes at the end of Ramadan and marks the end of fasting.
b)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
c)
They are spiritual beings created from elements of light. They gave Gods messages to the prophets and watch over humans.
d)
Allah has appointed you his steward over it
e)
This refers to Allah's justice. He treats all humans equally and as they deserve.
49.
immanence
a)
The belief that Allah is close to humanity and involved in the world.
b)
This refers to the military struggle to defend Islam. It is carried out according to strict and clear cut rules.
c)
A plain near to Makkah where pilgrims gather to worship, pray and ask for forgiveness. This takes place on the ninth day of the Islamic month, the day before Eid ul Adha.
d)
All people are as equal as the teeth on a comb
e)
Not eating or drinking. It refers especially to sawm, which is the 4th of the Five Pillars. During the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset.
50.
Islam
a)
1. The name of the religion followed by Muslims. 2. To surrender to the will of God. 3. Peace.
b)
The city where Muhammad was born. The spiritual centre of Islam, it is in Saudi Arabia.
c)
A very important festival in Shi'a Islam, occurring on 10th Muharram. Shi'a Muslims commemorate the martyrdom of Hussein (Muhammad's grandson). Ashura is observed by Sunni Muslims for a different reason, as a day of repentance for sins in the belief that they will be forgiven.
d)
There are 99 names of Allah and he who commits them to memory shall get to paradise
e)
Jummah. Friday prayers in the mosque, where a sermon (khutbah) is heard.
51.
Jibril
a)
Jibril is the most important of the angels and spoke with many of the prophets of Allah. Jibril dictated the Qur'an to Muhammad. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
b)
SUNNI The belief in Angels, they are figures of importance as they are supernatural and are sent as messengers of God.
c)
As the direct Word of Allah, the Qur'an has supreme authority. This means its truths must be believed and its commands obeyed.
d)
A Muslim who has memorized the Qur'an
e)
A key practice in Islam. Zakah is the 3rd of the Five Pillars. Giving alms means giving to those in need, e.g. money, food, time.
52.
jihad
a)
Means 'to struggle'. It refers to the effort made to obey Allah.
b)
One of Allah's 99 Beautiful Names. It refers to Allah's willingness to forgive the sins of those who repent.
c)
Literally 'doing good'. One of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah, it refers to the generosity that Allah shows to humans.
d)
There are 99 names of Allah and he who commits them to memory shall get to paradise
e)
He is with you wherever you are-Quran 57:4
53.
Jummah
a)
Weekly communal salah (prayers) performed after midday on a Friday.
b)
Every community is sent a messenger -Quran 10:47
c)
Obey God & the Prophet -Quran 4:59
d)
A Muslim who has memorized the Qur'an
e)
Your Lord will not be unjust to anyone -Quran 18:40
54.
Khums
a)
This is a practice in Shi'a Islam. It is a 20% tax on annual surplus income and is given to the poor and to religious leaders.
b)
One of the most important angels. He gives spiritual and material help to humans. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
c)
He gave you hearing , sight minds -Quran 32:7&9
d)
There is no God but Allah and Muhammad is his messenger
e)
Creator of the heavens & earth -Quran 35:1
55.
Kutub
a)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
b)
Place to be visited on hajj - stoning of pillars.
c)
The day when Allah will decide about individual deeds, good and bad, and on reward or punishment.
d)
Muslims who believe in the Imamate, successorship of Ali.
e)
Creator of all things....in charge of everything -Quran 6:102-103
56.
Kutub
a)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
b)
The Muslim place of worship.
c)
This refers to Allah's justice. He treats all humans equally and as they deserve.
d)
Do not kill any child, any woman, or any elder or sick person
e)
Those who... do good deeds ... will have their reward -Quran 2:277
57.
lesser jihad
a)
This refers to the military struggle to defend Islam. It is carried out according to strict and clear cut rules.
b)
God's messenger and the seal of the prophets -Quran 33:40
c)
Not eating or drinking. It refers especially to sawm, which is the 4th of the Five Pillars. During the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset.
d)
Muslims who believe in the successorship of Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman and Ali.
e)
Misfortunes can only happen with God's will -Quran 64:11
58.
Makkah
a)
The city where Muhammad was born. The spiritual centre of Islam, it is in Saudi Arabia.
b)
the last and greatest of the prophets of Allah. He received the Qur'an and his Sunnah and Hadiths are also important sources of authority.
c)
Jummah. Friday prayers in the mosque, where a sermon (khutbah) is heard.
d)
SUNNI Life after death including the idea of judgement, heaven and hell.
e)
This refers to the duty of every Muslim to live a good life, staying faithful to the beliefs and obeying the commands of Islam.
59.
Mala'ika
a)
SUNNI The belief in Angels, they are figures of importance as they are supernatural and are sent as messengers of God.
b)
One who has submitted to the will of Allah and has accepted Islam.
c)
A key practice in Islam. Zakah is the 3rd of the Five Pillars. Giving alms means giving to those in need, e.g. money, food, time.
d)
Life After Death Muslims believe that death is not the end.
e)
Each person has angels ... watching over him by God's command -Quran 13:11
60.
mercy
a)
One of Allah's 99 Beautiful Names. It refers to Allah's willingness to forgive the sins of those who repent.
b)
Place where pilgrims hold a night prayer and rest during hajj, after the Stand on Mount Arafat.
c)
He is with you wherever you are-Quran 57:4
d)
SUNNI Fate/Predestination, nothing happens outside the will of Allah. Allah punishes people for choosing evil and humans are responsible for all choices they make, good and bad.
e)
He who eats and drinks while his brother goes hungry is not one of us
61.
Messenger for each community Quran 10
a)
Every community is sent a messenger -Quran 10:47
b)
One of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah. It refers to Allah's ability to do anything.
c)
Your Lord will not be unjust to anyone -Quran 18:40
d)
SHIA belief in the Justice of Allah
e)
Allah has appointed you his steward over it
62.
Mika'il
a)
One of the most important angels. He gives spiritual and material help to humans. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
b)
Hajj - A journey made for religious reasons.
c)
Creator of the heavens & earth -Quran 35:1
d)
SHIA belief in the divine appointment of Imams
e)
As the direct Word of Allah, the Qur'an has supreme authority. This means its truths must be believed and its commands obeyed.
63.
Mina
a)
Place to be visited on hajj - stoning of pillars.
b)
What God has decreed will happen -Quran 9:51
c)
Creator of all things....in charge of everything -Quran 6:102-103
d)
SHIA belief in the day of judgement and bodily resurrection of the dead.
e)
Literally 'doing good'. One of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah, it refers to the generosity that Allah shows to humans.
64.
mosque
a)
The Muslim place of worship.
b)
This is the idea that everything that happens has been decided already by Allah.
c)
Those who... do good deeds ... will have their reward -Quran 2:277
d)
There are 99 names of Allah and he who commits them to memory shall get to paradise
e)
Obey God & the Prophet -Quran 4:59
65.
Muhammad's role Quran 33
a)
God's messenger and the seal of the prophets -Quran 33:40
b)
Risalah. Channel of communication with God. Three prophets are set for study: Adam, Ibrahim and Muhammad.
c)
Misfortunes can only happen with God's will -Quran 64:11
d)
A Muslim who has memorized the Qur'an
e)
He gave you hearing , sight minds -Quran 32:7&9
66.
Muhammad
a)
the last and greatest of the prophets of Allah. He received the Qur'an and his Sunnah and Hadiths are also important sources of authority.
b)
Begin not hostilities. Lo! Allah loveth not aggressors
c)
This refers to the duty of every Muslim to live a good life, staying faithful to the beliefs and obeying the commands of Islam.
d)
Annual pilgrimage to Makkah, which all Muslims must undertake at least once in their lives, unless prevented by problems over wealth or health. The 5th of the Five Pillars.
e)
The day when Allah will decide about individual deeds, good and bad, and on reward or punishment.
67.
Muslim
a)
One who has submitted to the will of Allah and has accepted Islam.
b)
Paradise is for those who curb their anger and forgive their fellow men
c)
Each person has angels ... watching over him by God's command -Quran 13:11
d)
Reward for what they used to do -Quran 56:15-24
e)
This refers to Allah's justice. He treats all humans equally and as they deserve.
68.
Muzdalifah
a)
Place where pilgrims hold a night prayer and rest during hajj, after the Stand on Mount Arafat.
b)
Whosoever kills an innocent human being, it shall be as if he has killed all mankind
c)
He who eats and drinks while his brother goes hungry is not one of us
d)
Referred to by Muslims as paradise. It is Allah's reward after death to those who have been faithful to Allah and who have repented of their sins.
e)
Not eating or drinking. It refers especially to sawm, which is the 4th of the Five Pillars. During the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset.
69.
omnipotence
a)
One of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah. It refers to Allah's ability to do anything.
b)
A life for a life, an eye for an eye
c)
Allah has appointed you his steward over it
d)
Garments of fire will be tailored for those who disbelieve -Quran 22:19-22
e)
Jummah. Friday prayers in the mosque, where a sermon (khutbah) is heard.
70.
pilgrimage
a)
Hajj - A journey made for religious reasons.
b)
And it is He [Allah] who created the heavens and the earth in six days
c)
It is a place of great suffering after death for those who have rejected the Qur'an's teachings and have led a wicked life. For some it will last forever.
d)
Amid scorching wind & scalding water.. neither cool nor refreshing -Quran 56:42-44
e)
A key practice in Islam. Zakah is the 3rd of the Five Pillars. Giving alms means giving to those in need, e.g. money, food, time.
71.
Predestination Quran 9
a)
What God has decreed will happen -Quran 9:51
b)
Worship your lord until there comes to you the certainty
c)
Humans are responsible for most of what they do because they have free will and so will be accountable on the Day of Judgement.
d)
It is a place of great suffering after death for those who have rejected the Qur'an's teachings and have led a wicked life. For some it will last forever.
e)
He is with you wherever you are-Quran 57:4
72.
predestination
a)
This is the idea that everything that happens has been decided already by Allah.
b)
Allah commands justice
c)
Abraham, who was true in faith -Quran 4:125
d)
Humans are responsible for most of what they do because they have free will and so will be accountable on the Day of Judgement.
e)
Your Lord will not be unjust to anyone -Quran 18:40
73.
Prophethood
a)
Risalah. Channel of communication with God. Three prophets are set for study: Adam, Ibrahim and Muhammad.
b)
The lord hath decreed that ye be kind to parents
c)
One of the prophets of Allah. He rebuilt the Ka'aba.
d)
Abraham, who was true in faith -Quran 4:125
e)
Creator of the heavens & earth -Quran 35:1
74.
Quran 2:190 on peacefulness
a)
Begin not hostilities. Lo! Allah loveth not aggressors
b)
Do not take life, which Allah has made sacred, except for just cause
c)
Celebration of the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah. It comes at the end of the period of hajj.
d)
One of the prophets of Allah. He rebuilt the Ka'aba.
e)
Creator of all things....in charge of everything -Quran 6:102-103
75.
Quran 3:134 on not being angry
a)
Paradise is for those who curb their anger and forgive their fellow men
b)
Repel evil with what is better
c)
A celebration that comes at the end of Ramadan and marks the end of fasting.
d)
Celebration of the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah. It comes at the end of the period of hajj.
e)
Those who... do good deeds ... will have their reward -Quran 2:277
76.
Quran 5:32
a)
Whosoever kills an innocent human being, it shall be as if he has killed all mankind
b)
If a person forgives and makes reconciliation he is due his reward from Allah
c)
The belief that Allah is close to humanity and involved in the world.
d)
A celebration that comes at the end of Ramadan and marks the end of fasting.
e)
Misfortunes can only happen with God's will -Quran 64:11
77.
Quran 5:45 on justice in human actions
a)
A life for a life, an eye for an eye
b)
If two parties of believers take up arms. Make peace between them.
c)
1. The name of the religion followed by Muslims. 2. To surrender to the will of God. 3. Peace.
d)
The belief that Allah is close to humanity and involved in the world.
e)
This refers to the duty of every Muslim to live a good life, staying faithful to the beliefs and obeying the commands of Islam.
78.
Quran 11:7
a)
And it is He [Allah] who created the heavens and the earth in six days
b)
Actions made during salah consisting of recitations, standing, bowing and prostration
c)
Jibril is the most important of the angels and spoke with many of the prophets of Allah. Jibril dictated the Qur'an to Muhammad. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
d)
1. The name of the religion followed by Muslims. 2. To surrender to the will of God. 3. Peace.
e)
Each person has angels ... watching over him by God's command -Quran 13:11
79.
Quran 15:99 on faith
a)
Worship your lord until there comes to you the certainty
b)
Month during which fasting from dawn to sunset is demanded (ninth month of the Islamic calendar).
c)
Means 'to struggle'. It refers to the effort made to obey Allah.
d)
Jibril is the most important of the angels and spoke with many of the prophets of Allah. Jibril dictated the Qur'an to Muhammad. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
e)
He who eats and drinks while his brother goes hungry is not one of us
80.
Quran 16:90 on justice
a)
Allah commands justice
b)
Acts of reciting from memory texts from the Qur'an.
c)
Weekly communal salah (prayers) performed after midday on a Friday.
d)
Means 'to struggle'. It refers to the effort made to obey Allah.
e)
There are 99 names of Allah and he who commits them to memory shall get to paradise
81.
Quran 17:23 on attitudes to parents
a)
The lord hath decreed that ye be kind to parents
b)
After death, all people will be raised from the dead to face Allah's judgement. This is a physical resurrection.
c)
This is a practice in Shi'a Islam. It is a 20% tax on annual surplus income and is given to the poor and to religious leaders.
d)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
e)
A Muslim who has memorized the Qur'an
82.
Quran 17:33 on murder
a)
Do not take life, which Allah has made sacred, except for just cause
b)
Allah shows his nature and his will to believers through the words of the Qur'an.
c)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
d)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
e)
Annual pilgrimage to Makkah, which all Muslims must undertake at least once in their lives, unless prevented by problems over wealth or health. The 5th of the Five Pillars.
83.
Quran 41:34 on rejecting temptations
a)
Repel evil with what is better
b)
Prophethood. The channel of communication between Allah and humanity. Three prophets are set for study: Adam, Ibrahim and Muhammad.
c)
SUNNI The Holy Books of Islam, The Qu'ran being the most significant
d)
This refers to the military struggle to defend Islam. It is carried out according to strict and clear cut rules.
e)
Reward for what they used to do -Quran 56:15-24
84.
Quran 42:40 on forgiveness
a)
If a person forgives and makes reconciliation he is due his reward from Allah
b)
SUNNI The prophets of Allah, Sent by God to spread his word. There have been 25 including Abraham, Moses, and Jesus (Isa), Muhammad was the last.
c)
This refers to the military struggle to defend Islam. It is carried out according to strict and clear cut rules.
d)
The city where Muhammad was born. The spiritual centre of Islam, it is in Saudi Arabia.
e)
Referred to by Muslims as paradise. It is Allah's reward after death to those who have been faithful to Allah and who have repented of their sins.
85.
Quran 49:9 on being a peacemaker
a)
If two parties of believers take up arms. Make peace between them.
b)
Prayer to and worship of Allah, performed under the conditions set by the Prophet Muhammad - five times a day. The 2nd of the Five Pillars.
c)
The city where Muhammad was born. The spiritual centre of Islam, it is in Saudi Arabia.
d)
SUNNI The belief in Angels, they are figures of importance as they are supernatural and are sent as messengers of God.
e)
Garments of fire will be tailored for those who disbelieve -Quran 22:19-22
86.
rak'ahs
a)
Actions made during salah consisting of recitations, standing, bowing and prostration
b)
Fasting from dawn to dusk during Ramadan
c)
SUNNI The belief in Angels, they are figures of importance as they are supernatural and are sent as messengers of God.
d)
One of Allah's 99 Beautiful Names. It refers to Allah's willingness to forgive the sins of those who repent.
e)
Amid scorching wind & scalding water.. neither cool nor refreshing -Quran 56:42-44
87.
Ramadan
a)
Month during which fasting from dawn to sunset is demanded (ninth month of the Islamic calendar).
b)
This is a practice in Shi'a Islam. It is a 20% tax on annual surplus income and is given to the poor and to religious leaders.
c)
One of Allah's 99 Beautiful Names. It refers to Allah's willingness to forgive the sins of those who repent.
d)
Every community is sent a messenger -Quran 10:47
e)
It is a place of great suffering after death for those who have rejected the Qur'an's teachings and have led a wicked life. For some it will last forever.
88.
recitations
a)
Acts of reciting from memory texts from the Qur'an.
b)
There is no God but Allah and Muhammad is his messenger
c)
Every community is sent a messenger -Quran 10:47
d)
One of the most important angels. He gives spiritual and material help to humans. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
e)
Humans are responsible for most of what they do because they have free will and so will be accountable on the Day of Judgement.
89.
resurrection
a)
After death, all people will be raised from the dead to face Allah's judgement. This is a physical resurrection.
b)
Muslims who believe in the Imamate, successorship of Ali.
c)
One of the most important angels. He gives spiritual and material help to humans. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
d)
Place to be visited on hajj - stoning of pillars.
e)
Abraham, who was true in faith -Quran 4:125
90.
revelation
a)
Allah shows his nature and his will to believers through the words of the Qur'an.
b)
Do not kill any child, any woman, or any elder or sick person
c)
Place to be visited on hajj - stoning of pillars.
d)
The Muslim place of worship.
e)
One of the prophets of Allah. He rebuilt the Ka'aba.
91.
Risalah
a)
Prophethood. The channel of communication between Allah and humanity. Three prophets are set for study: Adam, Ibrahim and Muhammad.
b)
Muslims who believe in the successorship of Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman and Ali.
c)
The Muslim place of worship.
d)
A Muslim who has memorized the Qur'an
e)
Celebration of the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah. It comes at the end of the period of hajj.
92.
Rusul/Risalah
a)
SUNNI The prophets of Allah, Sent by God to spread his word. There have been 25 including Abraham, Moses, and Jesus (Isa), Muhammad was the last.
b)
A division (chapter) of the Qur an. There are 114 in all.
c)
God's messenger and the seal of the prophets -Quran 33:40
d)
Annual pilgrimage to Makkah, which all Muslims must undertake at least once in their lives, unless prevented by problems over wealth or health. The 5th of the Five Pillars.
e)
A celebration that comes at the end of Ramadan and marks the end of fasting.
93.
Salah
a)
Prayer to and worship of Allah, performed under the conditions set by the Prophet Muhammad - five times a day. The 2nd of the Five Pillars.
b)
No one is comparable to Him -Quran 112:1-4
c)
the last and greatest of the prophets of Allah. He received the Qur'an and his Sunnah and Hadiths are also important sources of authority.
d)
Reward for what they used to do -Quran 56:15-24
e)
The belief that Allah is close to humanity and involved in the world.
94.
Sawm
a)
Fasting from dawn to dusk during Ramadan
b)
He is God, the only one. -Quran 4:87
c)
One of the most important angels. He gives spiritual and material help to humans. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
d)
Referred to by Muslims as paradise. It is Allah's reward after death to those who have been faithful to Allah and who have repented of their sins.
e)
1. The name of the religion followed by Muslims. 2. To surrender to the will of God. 3. Peace.
95.
Shahadah First Pillar of Islam
a)
There is no God but Allah and Muhammad is his messenger
b)
He taught Adam all the names of things -Quran 2:31-32
c)
The Muslim place of worship.
d)
Amid scorching wind & scalding water.. neither cool nor refreshing -Quran 56:42-44
e)
Means 'to struggle'. It refers to the effort made to obey Allah.
96.
Shi'a Islam
a)
Muslims who believe in the Imamate, successorship of Ali.
b)
The Five Pillars observed by Sunni Muslims which support Islam by encouraging the development of good character, attitude and behaviour. These are shahadah, salah, zakah, sawm and hajj.
c)
God's messenger and the seal of the prophets -Quran 33:40
d)
It is a place of great suffering after death for those who have rejected the Qur'an's teachings and have led a wicked life. For some it will last forever.
e)
There are 99 names of Allah and he who commits them to memory shall get to paradise
97.
Sunan Abu Dawud, Hadith on not killing
a)
Do not kill any child, any woman, or any elder or sick person
b)
The foundations of the faith in Shi'a Islam. They consist of five key beliefs: Din Tawhid(the Oneness of Allah), Adalat (justice), prophethood (nubuwwah), imamate (leadership)
c)
the last and greatest of the prophets of Allah. He received the Qur'an and his Sunnah and Hadiths are also important sources of authority.
d)
Humans are responsible for most of what they do because they have free will and so will be accountable on the Day of Judgement.
e)
A Muslim who has memorized the Qur'an
98.
Sunni Islam
a)
Muslims who believe in the successorship of Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman and Ali.
b)
The term means 'good news' and it is the good news about Isa (Jesus), one of the prophets of Islam. It was written down by his disciples.
c)
One who has submitted to the will of Allah and has accepted Islam.
d)
Abraham, who was true in faith -Quran 4:125
e)
Annual pilgrimage to Makkah, which all Muslims must undertake at least once in their lives, unless prevented by problems over wealth or health. The 5th of the Five Pillars.
99.
Surah
a)
A division (chapter) of the Qur an. There are 114 in all.
b)
It means 'leadership' and refers in Shi'a Islam to the twelve imams who succeeded Muhammad as the leaders of Islam.
c)
Place where pilgrims hold a night prayer and rest during hajj, after the Stand on Mount Arafat.
d)
One of the prophets of Allah. He rebuilt the Ka'aba.
e)
Reward for what they used to do -Quran 56:15-24
100.
Tawhid in the Quran 112
a)
No one is comparable to Him -Quran 112:1-4
b)
The black covered cube-shaped building in the centre of the grand mosque in Makkah. All Muslims face towards it when they pray.
c)
One of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah. It refers to Allah's ability to do anything.
d)
Celebration of the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah. It comes at the end of the period of hajj.
e)
Referred to by Muslims as paradise. It is Allah's reward after death to those who have been faithful to Allah and who have repented of their sins.
101.
Tawhid Quran 4
a)
He is God, the only one. -Quran 4:87
b)
The name for the night on which Muhammad received the first revelations of the Qur'an.
c)
Hajj - A journey made for religious reasons.
d)
A celebration that comes at the end of Ramadan and marks the end of fasting.
e)
Garments of fire will be tailored for those who disbelieve -Quran 22:19-22
102.
Tawhid
a)
SUNNI - The most important Article of Faith, said in the daily Shahada, It testifies that Allah is the only God. Expresses the strict Monotheism of Islam
b)
Sacred prayers / poems written by King Dawud (David) who was himself a prophet of Allah.
c)
What God has decreed will happen -Quran 9:51
d)
The belief that Allah is close to humanity and involved in the world.
e)
Amid scorching wind & scalding water.. neither cool nor refreshing -Quran 56:42-44
103.
Teaching Adam at the beginnig of the world - Quran 2
a)
He taught Adam all the names of things -Quran 2:31-32
b)
The Holy Book revealed to the Prophet Muhammad by the angel Jibril. Allah's final revelation to humankind.
c)
This is the idea that everything that happens has been decided already by Allah.
d)
1. The name of the religion followed by Muslims. 2. To surrender to the will of God. 3. Peace.
e)
It is a place of great suffering after death for those who have rejected the Qur'an's teachings and have led a wicked life. For some it will last forever.
104.
the Five Pillars
a)
The Five Pillars observed by Sunni Muslims which support Islam by encouraging the development of good character, attitude and behaviour. These are shahadah, salah, zakah, sawm and hajj.
b)
These were individual revelations to Ibrahim that were written on parchment but have perished. They were given on the first day of Ramadan and consisted of stories.
c)
Risalah. Channel of communication with God. Three prophets are set for study: Adam, Ibrahim and Muhammad.
d)
Jibril is the most important of the angels and spoke with many of the prophets of Allah. Jibril dictated the Qur'an to Muhammad. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
e)
Humans are responsible for most of what they do because they have free will and so will be accountable on the Day of Judgement.
105.
the five roots of Usul ad-Din
a)
The foundations of the faith in Shi'a Islam. They consist of five key beliefs: Din Tawhid(the Oneness of Allah), Adalat (justice), prophethood (nubuwwah), imamate (leadership)
b)
Muslim declaration of faith. It is a statement of faith in Allah as the only God and in Muhammad as Allah's prophet. The 1st of the Five Pillars for Sunni Muslims. In Shi'a Islam it is not a separate Pillar and it has two additional statements relating to Ali as beloved of Allah and the rightful trustee and successor of Muhammad.
c)
Begin not hostilities. Lo! Allah loveth not aggressors
d)
Means 'to struggle'. It refers to the effort made to obey Allah.
e)
Abraham, who was true in faith -Quran 4:125
106.
the Gospel
a)
The term means 'good news' and it is the good news about Isa (Jesus), one of the prophets of Islam. It was written down by his disciples.
b)
These are requirements for Shi'a Muslims. They include salah, sawm, zakah, hajj and jihad (duties also for Sunni Muslims) but the final five are not part of the Sunni tradition.
c)
Paradise is for those who curb their anger and forgive their fellow men
d)
Weekly communal salah (prayers) performed after midday on a Friday.
e)
One of the prophets of Allah. He rebuilt the Ka'aba.
107.
the imamate
a)
It means 'leadership' and refers in Shi'a Islam to the twelve imams who succeeded Muhammad as the leaders of Islam.
b)
This was given by Allah to Musa (Moses), who was a prophet of Allah. It was given on Mt. Sinai.
c)
Whosoever kills an innocent human being, it shall be as if he has killed all mankind
d)
This is a practice in Shi'a Islam. It is a 20% tax on annual surplus income and is given to the poor and to religious leaders.
e)
Celebration of the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah. It comes at the end of the period of hajj.
108.
the Ka'aba
a)
The black covered cube-shaped building in the centre of the grand mosque in Makkah. All Muslims face towards it when they pray.
b)
Ablution. Ritual washing performed before salah and also when purification is needed.
c)
A life for a life, an eye for an eye
d)
Ritual washing in Islam. The Arabic term is wudu.
e)
A celebration that comes at the end of Ramadan and marks the end of fasting.
109.
the Night of Power
a)
The name for the night on which Muhammad received the first revelations of the Qur'an.
b)
The 3rd of the Five Pillars. It consists of the giving of alms to purify those who give it and the rest of their money.
c)
And it is He [Allah] who created the heavens and the earth in six days
d)
The concept of justice in Shi'a Islam
e)
The belief that Allah is close to humanity and involved in the world.
110.
the Psalms
a)
Sacred prayers / poems written by King Dawud (David) who was himself a prophet of Allah.
b)
The Muslim place of worship.
c)
Worship your lord until there comes to you the certainty
d)
One of the prophets of Allah. The father of humankind. He built the Ka'aba.
e)
1. The name of the religion followed by Muslims. 2. To surrender to the will of God. 3. Peace.
111.
the Qur'an
a)
The Holy Book revealed to the Prophet Muhammad by the angel Jibril. Allah's final revelation to humankind.
b)
God's messenger and the seal of the prophets -Quran 33:40
c)
Muslims who believe in the successorship of Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman and Ali.
d)
SUNNI Life after death including the idea of judgement, heaven and hell.
e)
Jibril is the most important of the angels and spoke with many of the prophets of Allah. Jibril dictated the Qur'an to Muhammad. On Judgement Day he will assist with the weighing of a person's deeds.
112.
The Scrolls of Ibrahim
a)
These were individual revelations to Ibrahim that were written on parchment but have perished. They were given on the first day of Ramadan and consisted of stories.
b)
He is God, the only one. -Quran 4:87
c)
A division (chapter) of the Qur an. There are 114 in all.
d)
Acts of reciting from memory texts from the Qur'an.
e)
Means 'to struggle'. It refers to the effort made to obey Allah.
113.
The Shahadah
a)
Muslim declaration of faith. It is a statement of faith in Allah as the only God and in Muhammad as Allah's prophet. The 1st of the Five Pillars for Sunni Muslims. In Shi'a Islam it is not a separate Pillar and it has two additional statements relating to Ali as beloved of Allah and the rightful trustee and successor of Muhammad.
b)
SUNNI - The most important Article of Faith, said in the daily Shahada, It testifies that Allah is the only God. Expresses the strict Monotheism of Islam
c)
No one is comparable to Him -Quran 112:1-4
d)
After death, all people will be raised from the dead to face Allah's judgement. This is a physical resurrection.
e)
Ritual washing in Islam. The Arabic term is wudu.
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The Ten Obligatory Acts
a)
These are requirements for Shi'a Muslims. They include salah, sawm, zakah, hajj and jihad (duties also for Sunni Muslims) but the final five are not part of the Sunni tradition.
b)
He taught Adam all the names of things -Quran 2:31-32
c)
He is God, the only one. -Quran 4:87
d)
Allah shows his nature and his will to believers through the words of the Qur'an.
e)
The concept of justice in Shi'a Islam
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the Torah
a)
This was given by Allah to Musa (Moses), who was a prophet of Allah. It was given on Mt. Sinai.
b)
The Five Pillars observed by Sunni Muslims which support Islam by encouraging the development of good character, attitude and behaviour. These are shahadah, salah, zakah, sawm and hajj.
c)
SUNNI - The most important Article of Faith, said in the daily Shahada, It testifies that Allah is the only God. Expresses the strict Monotheism of Islam
d)
Prophethood. The channel of communication between Allah and humanity. Three prophets are set for study: Adam, Ibrahim and Muhammad.
e)
One of the prophets of Allah. The father of humankind. He built the Ka'aba.
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wudu
a)
Ablution. Ritual washing performed before salah and also when purification is needed.
b)
The foundations of the faith in Shi'a Islam. They consist of five key beliefs: Din Tawhid(the Oneness of Allah), Adalat (justice), prophethood (nubuwwah), imamate (leadership)
c)
He taught Adam all the names of things -Quran 2:31-32
d)
SUNNI The prophets of Allah, Sent by God to spread his word. There have been 25 including Abraham, Moses, and Jesus (Isa), Muhammad was the last.
e)
SUNNI Life after death including the idea of judgement, heaven and hell.
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