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Core Islamic Beliefs
The six central beliefs of Sunni Islam, based on the Qur'an and Hadith, form the foundation of Muslim faith and practice. These beliefs shape how Muslims view God, the universe, and their role in it.
- Allah - The supreme being and creator of all
- Angels - Divine beings created by Allah to carry out tasks
- Holy Books - Scriptures containing Allah's messages to prophets
- Messengers - Prophets chosen by Allah to guide humanity
- Day of Judgment - When Allah will judge all souls for eternal reward or punishment
- Decree of Allah - Allah's supreme power balanced with human free will
Quote: "It is that you believe in Allah, and his angels, and His books, and His messengers, and in the Last Day, and in the decree of Allah."
These beliefs are expressed through various Islamic practices and attitudes:
• Gratitude to Allah expressed through regular prayer • Respect for angels as divine messengers • Study and recitation of holy scriptures, especially the Qur'an • Honoring prophets as exemplars of righteousness • Striving for good deeds in preparation for judgment • Trusting in Allah's wisdom while taking responsibility for one's actions
Highlight: The concept of Akhirah (afterlife) is central to Islamic eschatology, encompassing beliefs about resurrection, judgment, paradise (Jannah), and hell (Jahannam).
Example: Muslims are typically buried rather than cremated, reflecting the belief in bodily resurrection on the Day of Judgment.
These core beliefs profoundly influence Muslim daily life, ethics, and worldview, providing a framework for understanding one's purpose and relationship with the divine.
Muslim Holy Books (Kutuballah)
Muslims believe Allah has revealed divine messages through holy books given to prophets over time. While earlier scriptures are respected, the Qur'an is considered the final, authoritative revelation for all people.
The main Islamic holy books include:
• Tawrat (Torah) - Given to Moses, containing laws for the Jewish people
• Sahifah (Scrolls) - Revealed to Ibrahim and Moses, now lost but referenced in the Qur'an
• Zabur (Psalms) - Given to David, comprising 150 divinely-inspired songs and poems
• Injil (Gospel) - Teachings of Jesus on love and forgiveness, distinct from the New Testament Gospels
• Qur'an - The final revelation given to Muhammad, meant for all times and people
Quote: "We revealed the Torah with guidance and light." (Surah 5)
Highlight: The Qur'an is viewed as the only fully reliable scripture, superseding earlier texts that may have been altered over time.
The concept of predestination is also a key Islamic belief. Muslims believe Allah has preordained certain universal laws and events, while still granting humans free will.
Definition: Predestination in Islam refers to Allah's omniscience and control over the universe, balanced with human free choice and accountability.
Quote: "He is the all-knowing Creator, when He wills something to be, His way is to say, 'Be' - and it is!" (Surah 36)
Angels (Malaikah) play an important role in Islamic theology as divine messengers and servants of Allah. Key angels include:
• Jibril - Communicates with prophets and delivered the Qur'an to Muhammad
• Izra'il - The angel of death who takes souls to Allah
• Mika'il - Oversees provision of life, plants, and rain
Vocabulary: Malaikah is the Arabic term for angels in Islam.
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Learn About the 5 Holy Books, Prophets, and Angels in Islam
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The Islamic faith encompasses key beliefs about Allah, angels, holy books, prophets, the Day of Judgment, and predestination. These core tenets shape Muslim worldviews and practices.
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Core Islamic Beliefs
The six central beliefs of Sunni Islam, based on the Qur'an and Hadith, form the foundation of Muslim faith and practice. These beliefs shape how Muslims view God, the universe, and their role in it.
- Allah - The supreme being and creator of all
- Angels - Divine beings created by Allah to carry out tasks
- Holy Books - Scriptures containing Allah's messages to prophets
- Messengers - Prophets chosen by Allah to guide humanity
- Day of Judgment - When Allah will judge all souls for eternal reward or punishment
- Decree of Allah - Allah's supreme power balanced with human free will
Quote: "It is that you believe in Allah, and his angels, and His books, and His messengers, and in the Last Day, and in the decree of Allah."
These beliefs are expressed through various Islamic practices and attitudes:
• Gratitude to Allah expressed through regular prayer • Respect for angels as divine messengers • Study and recitation of holy scriptures, especially the Qur'an • Honoring prophets as exemplars of righteousness • Striving for good deeds in preparation for judgment • Trusting in Allah's wisdom while taking responsibility for one's actions
Highlight: The concept of Akhirah (afterlife) is central to Islamic eschatology, encompassing beliefs about resurrection, judgment, paradise (Jannah), and hell (Jahannam).
Example: Muslims are typically buried rather than cremated, reflecting the belief in bodily resurrection on the Day of Judgment.
These core beliefs profoundly influence Muslim daily life, ethics, and worldview, providing a framework for understanding one's purpose and relationship with the divine.
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Muslim Holy Books (Kutuballah)
Muslims believe Allah has revealed divine messages through holy books given to prophets over time. While earlier scriptures are respected, the Qur'an is considered the final, authoritative revelation for all people.
The main Islamic holy books include:
• Tawrat (Torah) - Given to Moses, containing laws for the Jewish people
• Sahifah (Scrolls) - Revealed to Ibrahim and Moses, now lost but referenced in the Qur'an
• Zabur (Psalms) - Given to David, comprising 150 divinely-inspired songs and poems
• Injil (Gospel) - Teachings of Jesus on love and forgiveness, distinct from the New Testament Gospels
• Qur'an - The final revelation given to Muhammad, meant for all times and people
Quote: "We revealed the Torah with guidance and light." (Surah 5)
Highlight: The Qur'an is viewed as the only fully reliable scripture, superseding earlier texts that may have been altered over time.
The concept of predestination is also a key Islamic belief. Muslims believe Allah has preordained certain universal laws and events, while still granting humans free will.
Definition: Predestination in Islam refers to Allah's omniscience and control over the universe, balanced with human free choice and accountability.
Quote: "He is the all-knowing Creator, when He wills something to be, His way is to say, 'Be' - and it is!" (Surah 36)
Angels (Malaikah) play an important role in Islamic theology as divine messengers and servants of Allah. Key angels include:
• Jibril - Communicates with prophets and delivered the Qur'an to Muhammad
• Izra'il - The angel of death who takes souls to Allah
• Mika'il - Oversees provision of life, plants, and rain
Vocabulary: Malaikah is the Arabic term for angels in Islam.
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Stefan S
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Samantha Klich
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Basil
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This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
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Sudenaz Ocak
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Greenlight Bonnie
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very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
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I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
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Elisha
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This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
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The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user