Human responsibility and freedom

Religious education

Tawhid and the nature of Allah

Foundations of faith: Sunni Islam

Foundations of faith: Shi'a Islam

The nature of prophethood

Examples of prophets

Muhammad as the seal of the Prophets

Significance of angels

Diversity in belief about angels and free will

Heaven and hell in Islam

Islamic attitudes to holy books

In this unit pupils will learn about key beliefs in the worldview of Islam such as the nature of Allah, prophethood and the role of texts. They will gain a critical understanding of Islamic theology and key stories that underpin it.

Buddhism and Islam: Beliefs and teachings

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Some Muslims believe humans are {{}} to choose their actions, even though Allah knows the outcome.

Muslims believe Allah is all {{}} (omnipotent), meaning He is in control of everything that happens.

What do Muslims mean when they say Allah is omniscient?

Which belief helps Muslims feel reassured about the future?

How do many Muslims describe the balance between free will and predestination?

Why is the phrase “insha’Allah” used by Muslims?

Souls are questioned in Barzakh until the {{}} they are resurrected.

Some Muslims believe angels are present at {{}} of important Muslims.

What is the meaning of the term ‘Barzakh’ in Islam?

Which group of Muslims is more likely to believe in free will over predestination?

They believe worship should only be directed to Allah.

Why do some Sunni Muslims not visit shrines?

Human responsibility and freedom

Lesson outcome

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