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Understand the Six Articles of Faith in Islam, which include: (a) Tawhid (the oneness of God), (b) Risalah (the role of prophets), (c) Akhirah (belief in life after death), (d) Malaʾikah (the existence of angels), (e) Qadar (the concept of predestination), and (f) Kutub (the holy books). Discuss various perspectives on the significance of these beliefs and how they influence the everyday lives of Muslims.

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Cambridge IGCSE Religious StudiesIslam: Beliefs and sacred writings

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Understand the Six Articles of Faith in Islam, which include: (a) Tawhid (the oneness of God), (b) Risalah (the role of prophets), (c) Akhirah (belief in life after death), (d) Malaʾikah (the existence of angels), (e) Qadar (the concept of predestination), and (f) Kutub (the holy books). Discuss various perspectives on the significance of these beliefs and how they influence the everyday lives of Muslims

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The Six Articles of Faith

The Six Articles of Faith are essential beliefs that shape the Islamic faith and influence the lives of Muslims.

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    Discuss Discuss how the Six Articles of Faith influence the everyday lives of Muslims.

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