Tawḥīd
What is fiṭrah?
A: The innate God-conscious nature present in every human heart
How is ʿAdālah defined?
A: Putting everything in its proper place, not merely treating everything equally
What does Nabī mean?
A: “Bearer of news” from the root na-bāʾ (bringing news)
What is Imāmah in Shīʿī belief?
A: The divinely appointed leadership of the Imams after Prophet Muḥammad (ṣ)
What is Qiyāmah?
A: The Day of Resurrection and final judgment
Why do we use logical proofs when studying Tawḥīd?
A: To awaken our fiṭrah when distracted by sins and strengthen belief, especially in discussion with non-believers
Why does suffering exist, according to the textbook?
A: To test us and strengthen our faith on the path to perfection
Give one qualification a Nabī must have.
A: He must be sent (appointed) by Allah (swt)
Why do we need Imams if we have the Qurʾān and ḥadīth?
A: Human interpretation can vary; Imams preserve and explain the true meaning perfectly
What does the term Maʿād mean, and what does it refer to?
A: It means “return,” referring to how on the Day of Resurrection we will be brought back to life and return to Allah (swt
Which Qurʾānic chapter is called Sūrah at-Tawḥīd?
A: Sūrah al-Ikhlāṣ, because it succinctly affirms Allah’s oneness
Name one attribute of Allah mentioned in the textbook that shows He is perfectly just.
A: For example, al-ʿAlīm (All-Knowledgeable), al-Qadīr (All-Powerful), ar-Rabb (the Nurturer), or al-Ḥakīm (All-Wise).
What is a Muʿjizah?
A: A miracle granted to a Prophet to prove his message is from Allah
What is ʿIṣmah when applied to an Imām?
A: Infallibility protecting them from sin and error so they can guide correctly
When the world’s distractions are removed on Qiyāmah, what becomes clear?
A: The oneness of Allah and the insignificance of worldly life
What does “Lam yalid wa lam yūlad” mean, and how does it support Tawḥīd?
A: “He was not born, nor will He give birth”—it emphasizes Allah’s self-sufficiency and uniqueness
Name two realities that make suffering necessary in this world.
A: The laws of cause and effect and human free will
What does ʿIṣmah mean for the Prophets?
A: Sinless protection preventing them from error, so they remain perfect examples.
Name two qualities an Imām must possess.
A: Infallibility (ʿIṣmah) and deep knowledge (ʿilm)
Describe the Book of Deeds and its significance.
A: A record of every word and action, given in the right hand for success or left for failure
Explain how fiṭrah and Sūrah al-Ikhlāṣ together strengthen a Muslim’s conviction in Tawḥīd.
A: Fiṭrah gives innate awareness of God; Sūrah al-Ikhlāṣ clearly articulates His attributes (oneness, self-sufficiency, uniqueness); together they guard the heart against doubt and deepen certainty.
In the “Example from Nature,” how does the baby bird’s struggle to learn to fly illustrate why suffering exists and what it reveals about Allah’s justice and mercy?
A: Just as the mother bird lets her chick struggle so it builds strength but then lovingly supports it when tired, Allah allows hardships to strengthen our faith and bring us closer to Him, while always providing relief out of His perfect mercy—demonstrating His flawless justice balanced with compassion
List two reasons why Prophets must be infallible (ʿIṣmah), as explained in the textbook.
A: 1) So they can guide people to the straight path and serve as perfect role models.
2) So that we can listen to their words and follow their actions without fear of error.
How can believers fulfill their duty to the Hidden Imam during his occultation?
A: By hoping, praying for his return, speaking to him, and striving to act according to his guidance
How does belief in Qiyāmah motivate ethical behavior in this life?
A: Knowing every action will be judged encourages honesty, kindness, and justice