Understanding the core beliefs in Islam is essential for every Muslim. These beliefs, known as the six pillars of Iman (faith), form the foundation of a Muslim’s spiritual life. Below, we answer some of the most frequently asked questions about these pillars — simply, clearly, and with references from the Quran and authentic Hadiths.
📌 What Are the Pillars of Faith in Islam?
Q: How many pillars of faith are there?
A: There are six.
Q: What are the six pillars of faith?
A:
- Belief in Allah (الإيمان بالله)
- Belief in the Angels (الإيمان بالملائكة)
- Belief in the Messengers (الإيمان بالرسل)
- Belief in the Holy Books (الإيمان بالكتب السماوية)
- Belief in the Last Day (الإيمان باليوم الآخر)
- Belief in Divine Decree – both good and bad (الإيمان بالقَدَر خيره وشره)
🕋 1. Belief in Allah (Iman Billah)
Q: What does it mean to believe in Allah?
A:
- To worship Him alone, with no partners.
- To believe that none is worthy of worship except Him.
- To affirm His names and attributes as described in the Quran and authentic Hadith.
Quranic Reference:
﴿ قُلْ هُوَ ٱللَّهُ أَحَدٌ ﴾
“Say, He is Allah, [Who is] One.”
— Surah Al-Ikhlas (112:1)
👼 2. Belief in the Angels
Q: How do we believe in the angels?
A:
- By affirming that angels are created beings made from light.
- They do not eat, drink, or disobey Allah.
- We believe in their existence and in their specific roles, such as Jibril (Gabriel) delivering revelation.
📖 3. Belief in the Messengers and Holy Books
Q: How do we believe in the messengers and the revealed books?
A:
- Believe that Allah sent prophets to guide mankind — from Adam to Muhammad ﷺ.
- All messengers preached Tawheed (monotheism).
- Believe in the original divine books like the Torah, Psalms, Gospel, and Quran — before they were altered (except for the Quran, which remains preserved).
Quranic Reference:
﴿ نُؤْمِنُ بِاللَّهِ وَمَا أُنزِلَ إِلَيْنَا وَمَا أُنزِلَ إِلَىٰ إِبْرَٰهِيمَ وَإِسْمَـٰعِيلَ… ﴾
“We believe in Allah and what was revealed to us and what was revealed to Abraham, Ishmael…”
— Surah Al-Baqarah (2:136)
📅 4. Belief in the Last Day
Q: What does belief in the Last Day include?
A:
- Believing in resurrection after death, the Day of Judgment, and the existence of Paradise and Hell.
- Knowing that each soul will be accountable for its deeds.
Hadith Reference:
“Whoever believes in Allah and the Last Day, let him speak good or remain silent.”
— Sahih al-Bukhari, Hadith 6018
🧠 5. Belief in Divine Decree (Qadar)
Q: What does belief in Qadar mean?
A:
- To trust that everything happens by the will and knowledge of Allah.
- Allah has preordained all events, whether good or bad.
- Whatever happens in your life was written before your birth.
Quranic Reference:
﴿ إِنَّا كُلَّ شَىْءٍ خَلَقْنَـٰهُ بِقَدَرٍ ﴾
“Indeed, We have created everything according to a decree.”
— Surah Al-Qamar (54:49)
✨ Summary Table of the Six Pillars of Faith
| Pillar | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Belief in Allah | Worship Him alone, accept His names & attributes |
| Belief in Angels | Believe in their existence and duties |
| Belief in Messengers | All messengers called to Tawheed |
| Belief in Holy Books | Believe in the original books before distortion |
| Belief in the Last Day | Judgment, Heaven, and Hell await |
| Belief in Divine Decree | Trust Allah’s plan — in good and hardship |
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