Year 11 - Religious education
The Six Beliefs of Sunni Islam
Muslim beliefs
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Unit Summary
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.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain what the six beliefs of Sunni Islam are, their importance and the influence they may have on a Muslim.
Key Notes
- 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 Kitab al-iman
- They influence Muslims in different ways
Vocabulary To Learn
- 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 Mistakes To Avoid
- The six key beliefs are only believed by Sunni Muslims.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
The six articles of faith may also be called the six key beliefs. They are a foundation of belief for Sunni Muslims.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'angels'
beings of light delivering God's messages and watching over humans.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: The six key beliefs are only believed by Sunni Muslims. Correction: 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 to them as the 'six articles of faith'.
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