Foundations of faith: Sunni Islam
I can explain what the six articles of faith are, their importance and the influence they may have on a Muslim.
Foundations of faith: Sunni Islam
I can explain what the six articles of faith are, their importance and the influence they may have on a Muslim.
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Key learning points
- The six articles of faith may also be called the six key beliefs.
- They are a foundation of belief for Sunni Muslims.
- They are based on Surah 4:136 of the Qur'an.
- There are 3 general categories: the oneness of Allah, messages, and the afterlife.
Keywords
Angels - beings of light delivering God’s messages and watching over humans
Akhirah - beliefs about life after death in Islam
Risalah - belief in prophets as Allah’s messengers
Sunni Islam - a branch of Islam
Tawhid - belief in Allah’s oneness and unity
Common misconception
The six articles of faith are only believed by Sunni Muslims.
Most Muslims (both Sunni and Shia) hold beliefs about tawhid, prophecy, holy books, angels, the Day of Judgement and God's power, but they may not ascribe them as the 'six articles of faith'.
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