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Islam: Muslim Beliefs

The Six Beliefs of Sunni Islam

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Kitab al-Iman and the Hadith of Jibril, where al-Qadr appears, the purpose of the beliefs, why Tawhid comes first, the Day of Judgement in daily choices, and how Shi'a Muslims treat the same beliefs.

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What do Kitab al-Iman 1:4 and the Hadith of Jibril teach about Muslim faith?

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What are the Six Beliefs of Sunni Islam?

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Where do Sunni Muslims find the Six Beliefs set out?

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  1. 1

    What are the Six Beliefs of Sunni Islam?

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    Sunni Muslims hold six beliefs: Tawhid, angels, holy books, prophets, the Day of Judgement and al-Qadr (predestination).

  2. 2

    Where do Sunni Muslims find the Six Beliefs set out?

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    The Six Beliefs come from the Qur'an and the Hadith. The best-known statement is the Hadith of Jibril, recorded in Kitab al-Iman, the Book of Faith in Sahih Muslim.

  3. 3

    What does Kitab al-Iman 1:4 record Muhammad saying about iman (faith)?

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    Kitab al-Iman 1:4 records Muhammad defining iman as belief in Allah, his angels, his books and his messengers. Muhammad also names the meeting with Allah and the resurrection.

  4. 4

    What happens in the Hadith of Jibril?

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    The angel Jibril, in human form, questions Muhammad about islam, iman and ihsan. Muhammad's answers set out the core of Muslim faith and practice.

  5. 5

    Where does belief in al-Qadr appear in the Hadith of Jibril?

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    Al-Qadr appears in the version narrated by Umar, as belief in Allah's decree of good and evil. The shorter version in Kitab al-Iman 1:4 does not name it.

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    What is the purpose of the Six Beliefs for Sunni Muslims?

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    The Six Beliefs define what a Muslim must accept to have iman (faith). Sunni Muslims see them as the foundation of all Muslim practice.

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