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What does the term 'Aqeedah' refer to in Islam?
What does the term 'Aqeedah' refer to in Islam?
Which of the following is a type of Tawheed that encompasses the belief in Allah's unique actions?
Which of the following is a type of Tawheed that encompasses the belief in Allah's unique actions?
Which verse is proof of Tawheed al-Uloohiyyah?
Which verse is proof of Tawheed al-Uloohiyyah?
Which of the following best describes a Fardh-e-Kifaayah?
Which of the following best describes a Fardh-e-Kifaayah?
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What does Dawah primarily involve?
What does Dawah primarily involve?
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What is a core virtue of Tawheed?
What is a core virtue of Tawheed?
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Which statement best describes Fardh-e-Ayn?
Which statement best describes Fardh-e-Ayn?
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What does Tawheed al-Asmaa wa as-Siffaat emphasize?
What does Tawheed al-Asmaa wa as-Siffaat emphasize?
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Study Notes
Aqeedah (Islamic Belief)
- Fundamental beliefs held by Muslims with certainty and sincerity
- Centers on the oneness of Allah and Islamic teachings
- Emphasizes good deeds and the avoidance of associating partners with Allah (Tawheed)
- The final verse of Surat Al-Kahf is considered proof of Aqeedah
Sunnah
- The sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
- Guides understanding and practice of Islam
Tawheed (Oneness of Allah)
- Literal Meaning: To make something one
- Concept: Belief in Allah as the one and only true God.
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Tawheed al-Rububiyyah (Lordship): Allah is unique in actions (creation, control, provision, life/death, rain)
- Proof: Surat Al-Fatiha, verse 2: "All praise is for Allah, the Lord of all the worlds."
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Tawheed al-Uloohiyyah (Worship): All worship directed solely to Allah.
- Proof: Surat Al-Baqarah, verses 21-22: "O mankind, worship your Lord, who created you and those before you…"
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Tawheed al-Asmaa wa as-Siffaat (Names and Attributes): Allah's names and attributes unique to Him.
- Proof: Surat Al-Ikhlas, verses 1-4: "Say, ‘He is Allah, [Who is] One…"
- Benefits of Tawheed: Provides guidance (this life and hereafter), key to Paradise, saves from Hellfire, heaviest deed in Judgment Day scales, erases sins
Fardh-e-Ayn & Fardh-e-Kifaayah
- Fardh-e-Ayn (Individual Obligation): Acts every Muslim must perform (e.g., obligatory prayer - Salaat)
- Fardh-e-Kifaayah (Collective Obligation): Acts where if performed by some, the rest are absolved (e.g., funeral prayer - Janaaza)
Dawah (Invitation to Islam)
- The act of inviting others to Islam and sharing the message of the Oneness of Allah.
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Conditions for Dawah:
- Sincerity: Intention must be for Allah's sake
- Knowledge of Islam: Dawah-giver needs sound Islamic knowledge
- Practice what you preach: Personal practice of Islamic principles
- Patience: Essential in the face of rejection/challenges
- Good Manners: Treatment of others with kindness and respect
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Explore the fundamental beliefs of Islam including Aqeedah, Tawheed, and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). This quiz emphasizes the oneness of Allah and the significance of good deeds. Test your understanding of these essential concepts in Islamic faith.
