Nature of Allah and Divine Communication in Islam
This section delves deeper into Muslim beliefs about Allah's nature and how He communicates with humanity. It covers key concepts essential for GCSE RE Islam beliefs and practices.
The Nature of Allah is described through three main attributes:
- Transcendent - Allah is beyond worldly existence
- Fair and just - Allah judges all equally
- Immanent - Allah is close to all humans and within all earthly things
Definition: Risalah, the Arabic word for message, refers to prophethood and Allah's communication with humanity.
The concept of Risalah is explained, emphasizing Allah's desire to guide people to live good lives through messages communicated by prophets. This section highlights the equality of all prophets in Islam, supporting Muslim beliefs and values.
Muslim Holy Books are introduced as a crucial aspect of Islamic faith:
- Zabur
- Tawrat
- Injeel
- Holy Quran
Highlight: Belief in divine books is the third article of faith in Islam, emphasizing the importance of earlier revelations and prophets.
The role of Malaikah in Islamic belief is also explained, describing their creation before humans and their purpose in following Allah's orders and communicating with humanity.
This comprehensive overview of Allah's nature and divine communication provides essential knowledge for Islam GCSE past papers and exam preparation.