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What does the Arabic word Islam mean?
What does a person who holds the beliefs and follows the practices of Islam called?
What is the first pillar of Islam known as?
What do Muslims believe about Allah?
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What is the advantage of Muhammad compared to messengers?
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Study Notes
Definition and Beliefs of Islam
- The Arabic word "Islam" means "submission" or "surrender" to the will of Allah.
- A person who holds the beliefs and follows the practices of Islam is called a Muslim.
Pillars of Islam
- The first pillar of Islam is known as the Shahada, which involves declaring one's faith in Allah and His Prophet Muhammad.
Beliefs about Allah
- Muslims believe that Allah is the one and only God, who is merciful, just, and all-powerful.
- Allah is considered the same God worshipped by Jews and Christians, but Muslims reject the idea of Jesus being the son of God.
Significance of Muhammad
- Muhammad is considered the final messenger of Allah, and his teachings are seen as the culmination of the divine revelations given to previous prophets.
- Muslims believe that Muhammad's advantage over other messengers is that he was given the Quran, the final and complete revelation from Allah.
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Test your knowledge of the first pillar of Islam with this quiz on the Shahada. Explore the meaning of Islam and its core principles of submission, obedience, commitment, and peace. See how well you understand the significance of these concepts in the Islamic faith.
