Islamic Studies (4IS1)Tawhid — Oneness of Allah Angels (Mala'ika) — created from light Holy Books (Kutub) — Torah, Zabur, Injeel, Quran (final) Prophets (Anbiya) — Adam to Muhammad ﷺ (last prophet) Day of Judgement (Yawm al-Qiyamah) — accountability, Jannah/Jahannam Divine Decree (Qadar) — Allah's knowledge of all things
Shahada — declaration of faith Salah — five daily prayers facing Qibla Zakat — 2.5% of wealth to those in need Sawm — fasting during Ramadan Hajj — pilgrimage to Makkah if able
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Beliefs & Practices
Core Islamic beliefs and Five Pillars
Six Articles of Faith (Arkan al-Iman):
Five Pillars (Arkan al-Islam):
Sources: **Quran** — direct word of Allah. **Sunnah/Hadith** — Prophet's ﷺ actions and sayings.
Islamic ethics (Akhlaq): Justice, honesty, compassion, **Amanah** (trustworthiness).
Key Points to Remember
- 1Six Articles of Faith
- 2Five Pillars of Islam
- 3Sources of authority
- 4Islamic ethics
Pakistan Example
Zakat in Pakistan — The Third Pillar in Daily Life
Pakistan's government deducts Zakat from bank accounts during Ramadan via the Zakat and Ushr Ordinance 1980. Millions also pay privately. At 2.5% of qualifying wealth, Zakat functions as a social safety net, shaping national institutions.