Islam: Quran and Hadith

Study Notes

The Quran is the holy book of Islam, considered the word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.
It consists of 114 chapters or surahs, divided into verses or ayahs.
The Quran is considered the ultimate source of guidance and authority for Muslims.
It covers various topics, including theology, morality, history, and legislation.

Hadith refers to the sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad.
Hadiths are considered an important source of guidance and authority in Islam, second only to the Quran.
There are two main categories of Hadith:
- Sahih (authentic): Considered to be reliable and trustworthy.
- Daif (weak): Considered to be unreliable or fabricated.
Hadiths are used to interpret and understand the Quran, as well as to provide guidance on various aspects of life.

The Five Pillars are the fundamental practices of Islam, and are obligatory for all Muslims.
The Five Pillars are:
1. Shahada (Declaration of Faith): The declaration that there is no god but Allah, and that Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah.
2. Salat (Prayer): Performing the five daily prayers, facing towards the holy city of Mecca.
3. Zakat (Charity): Giving a portion of one's wealth to the poor and needy.
4. Sawm (Fasting): Fasting during the month of Ramadan, abstaining from food and drink from dawn to sunset.
5. Hajj (Pilgrimage): Making a pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca at least once in a lifetime, if physically and financially able.

Shariah Law is the Islamic legal system, derived from the Quran, Hadith, and other sources.
It covers various aspects of life, including:
- Worship and rituals
- Family and personal law
- Criminal law
- Commercial law
- International law
Shariah Law aims to promote justice, equality, and fairness in society.
It is applied in various ways, including through:
- Judicial decisions
- Fatwas (religious opinions)
- Legislation and codification

The Quran is the holy book of Islam, considered the word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.
It consists of 114 chapters or surahs, divided into verses or ayahs.
The Quran is considered the ultimate source of guidance and authority for Muslims.
It covers various topics, including theology, morality, history, and legislation.

Hadith refers to the sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad.
There are two main categories of Hadith: Sahih (authentic) and Daif (weak).
Sahih Hadiths are considered reliable and trustworthy, while Daif Hadiths are considered unreliable or fabricated.
Hadiths are used to interpret and understand the Quran, as well as to provide guidance on various aspects of life.

The Five Pillars are the fundamental practices of Islam, and are obligatory for all Muslims.
The Five Pillars are:
- Shahada (Declaration of Faith): declaring that there is no god but Allah, and that Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah.
- Salat (Prayer): performing the five daily prayers, facing towards the holy city of Mecca.
- Zakat (Charity): giving a portion of one's wealth to the poor and needy.
- Sawm (Fasting): fasting during the month of Ramadan, abstaining from food and drink from dawn to sunset.
- Hajj (Pilgrimage): making a pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca at least once in a lifetime, if physically and financially able.

Shariah Law is the Islamic legal system, derived from the Quran, Hadith, and other sources.
It covers various aspects of life, including worship and rituals, family and personal law, criminal law, commercial law, and international law.
Shariah Law aims to promote justice, equality, and fairness in society.
It is applied in various ways, including through judicial decisions, fatwas (religious opinions), and legislation and codification.