The Articles of Faith (‘Aqeedah)
Aqeedah linguistically is derived from the term aqada. In Arabic, one states, “Aqada the rope” when the rope is tied firmly. And, “Aqada the sale” or “He settled the sale” when the person ratifies and contracts a sale or agreement. And Allah says in the Quran, “And as for those whom your right hands have made a covenant (Ar., aqadat)” [Al-Nisa 33]. And Allah also says, “But He will take you to task for the oaths which you swear in earnest (Ar., aqadtum) [Al-Maida, 89] which means asserted and adhered to, as proven in the verse, “And break not oaths after the assertion of them” [An-Nahl, 91]. If one says, “Aqadtu such and such,” it means his heart is firm upon such and such.
Therefore, Aqeedah or I’tiqad according to the scholars of Islam is: The firm creed that one’s heart is fixed upon without any wavering or doubt. It excludes any supposition, doubt or suspicion…
Course Details
This course will provide students with the opportunity to learn and comprehend the basics of Islamic Creed. This subject is one of the personally obligatory subjects that all Muslims must study.
The course will cover:
- The attributes of Allah most high.
- Belief in the Prophets (peace be upon them).
- The revealed books of Allah most high.
- Belief in the Angels.
- Life after death and Judgement Day.
- And much more
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