Tawhid
What does the attribute "al-Qadīm" mean regarding Allah?
Al-Qadīm" means that Allah is Eternal; He has no beginning and no end
Which attribute means that Allah knows everything, including our thoughts and feelings?
The attribute that means Allah knows everything, including our thoughts and feelings, is "al-ʿAlīm," meaning All-Knowing or Omniscient.
This term in Islam refers to putting everything in its proper place, unlike equality.
"ʿAdālah" (justice)
This term refers to someone sent by Allah to guide mankind to the right path.
Nabi
Who record our actions?
Kirāman Kātibīn (angels):
Allah is called "--" because He is the source of life and death; He Himself was not born, does not age, and will never die.
Al- Hayy - The Ever-living
What does "Sharīk" mean?
Sharīk" means that Allah has no partners.
This attribute of Allah reflects that He is more merciful than a mother and understands our suffering.
Allah is the All-Merciful.
This is the reason why it is essential for Prophets to be infallible.
To provide a clear example for people to follow.
What attribute indicates that Allah has the power to do anything that is possible?
The attribute that indicates Allah has the power to do anything possible is "al-Qadīr," meaning All-Powerful or Omnipotent.
Why does Allah not have a "makān"?
Allah does not have a "makān" because He is not limited to any physical place.
What lesson about struggle can we learn from how baby birds learn to fly?
Struggles are necessary for growth and reaching goals.
Prophets are granted the power to perform these to prove their message is from Allah.
Muʿjizāt.
What is "fiṭrah" in the context of human nature?
Fiṭrah" refers to the natural disposition or innate inclination of humans to recognize and believe in a Creator (Allah).
What does it mean that Allah is "murakkab"?
It means Allah is not made up of parts like humans or objects.
According to the Qurʾān, what is a reason we experience tests in our faith?
To strengthen our faith.
This term describes the sinlessness required of a Prophet.
Ma'sum /Ismah
What does the concept of "proof from design" suggest about the existence of a creator?
The "proof from design" suggests that the organized and purposeful design seen in the world indicates the existence of a designer, which is the Creator (Allah).
What are the two categories of Allah's attributes mentioned in the text, and how do they differ?
The two categories of Allah's attributes mentioned are "aṣ-Ṣifāt ath-Thubūtiyah" (positive attributes) and "aṣ-Ṣifāt as-Salbiyah" (negative attributes). Positive attributes are true of Allah (like being All-Knowing and All-Powerful), while negative attributes are those that are not true of Allah (such as needing a creator or experiencing limitations)
According to the text, what allows humans to cause their own suffering through their choices?
Free will.
his type of infallibility is required for all Prophets and Imāms and affects everyone else.
Al-ʿIṣmah al-Khāṣṣah.