How many beliefs are there in Islam?
Muslims have seven main beliefs, called the Articles of
Faith. These basic beliefs shape the Islamic way of life.
1
Belief in the Oneness of God
There is One God, Supreme and
Eternal, Creator and Provider, Who is Merciful and Compassionate. God has
neither father nor mother, and no sons or daughters. God has never fathered
anyone, nor was He fathered. God has no equals. He is God of all humankind, not
of a special tribe, race, or group of people. He is the God of all races
and colours, of believers and unbelievers alike. God is Mighty and Supreme, yet
is also very near to pious, thoughtful believers, answering their prayers and
helping them. God asks us to know Him, to love Him, and to follow His Law, for
our own benefit and salvation.
2
Belief in the Angels of God
Angels are pure and spiritually
obedient beings, created by God to fulfill His commands and worship Him
tirelessly.
3
Belief in the Revelations (Books) of God
Muslims believe in the Revelations
sent by Almighty God to His Prophets and Messengers, including the Qur’an, the
Torah, the Gospel, the Scrolls of Abraham and the Psalms of David.
4
Belief in the Prophets of God
All Messengers and Prophets of God
such as Noah, Moses, Solomon, Jesus and Muhammad were mortal human
beings endowed with Divine Revelations and appointed by God to teach
humankind how to submit to His will and obey His Laws.
5
Belief in the Day of Judgment
Muslims believe in
an appointed Day of Judgment and in Heaven and Hell.
6
Belief in Premeasurement (Qadar)
Muslims believe that Almighty God
has knowledge of, and control over, everything that exists in all
time and space.
7
Belief in Resurrection after Death
After the world ends, Muslims
believe that all people who have died will be brought back to life (or,
resurrected) in order to face the Judgment rendered to each of them by Almighty
God.
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