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Research Paper: Non-Christian Worldview Assignment
Breana Picchiottino
School of Divinity, Liberty University Online
RLGN 104: Christian Life and Biblical Worldview
Professor Ryan Donald
September 22nd, 2024
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
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2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
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what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
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is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
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themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
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bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
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human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
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against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
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the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
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2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
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actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
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things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
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September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
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(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
Muslims believe that humanity came into existence by the hands of their god, Allah.
Citing the Quran, Islam’s holy book, chapter eleven verse seven, “He it is who created the
heavens and the Earth in six days – and His Throne was over the waters.” (BBC, Accessed
September 17th, 2024). Therefore, Muslims believe in a six-day creation as an explanation for
the origins of the world. However, it is crucial to note that Islamic interpretation of these six days
is as periods or eons (Hudha, 2019). There is no specific timeline provided nor confirmation of
which creations took place during which “day” (Hudha, 2019). Allah created what he willed as
he has power over all things according to the Quran 24:45 (Hudha, 2019). The distinct way that
the universe was formed according to Islam is from water. Citing the Quran 21:30, Allah “made
from water every living thing" (Hudha, 2019). (151)
Within the Islam religion, human beings are held as the highest form of creation (Jarad,
2018). During creation Allah formed most of the world with one hand. However, a specific
distinction is made when discussing the creation of humans noting that Allah used “His two
lOMoARcPSD|27885836
Hands” to form mankind (Shakir, 2023). As no other living creation was crafted with both of
Allah’s hands, this serves as an indication that humanity is unique from all other lifeforms and is
the “creative act of God” (Shakir, 2023). Islam teaches its followers that they should view the
human form as a physical, spiritual, enlightened, and disposed to worship creature (Shakir,
2023). To Muslims, the meaning behind humanity is to attain human perfection by utilizing the
previously listed gifts that were sent directly from Allah (Shakir, 2023). (133)
The purpose of existing for a Muslim is to live a morally upright life that is pleasing to
Allah and be in consistent pursuit of perfection. According to Finding Your Worldview: Thinking
Christianly about the World, “Islam is a works-based religion, so the purpose of man is to do
enough good works in order to appease Allah and earn the right to enter paradise and avoid hell.”
(Gutierrez & Weider, pg. 71). Islam is certainly not a purposeless religion as continuously
confirmed by Allah. In the Quran 23:115 Allah poses the rhetorical question, “Did you think that
We had created you in play (without any purpose) and that you would not be brought back to
Us?” (QuranReading, 2017). To Allah, humanity's purpose is only to serve him (QuranReading,
2017). Islam teaches that this life is just preparation for the Hereafter which is why Muslims find
themselves in a works-based religion that requires daily righteousness (QuranReading, 2017).
According to the Quran 51:56 Allah notes that “ “I have created the jinn and humankind only for
My worship.” (QuranReading, 2017). Muslims live for Allah and Allah alone as their purpose is
to serve and worship him. (194)
Within Islamic culture, morality is determined by the Quran and therefore Allah. Every
law within Islamic culture is built off of the Quran (Al-Bar and Chamsi-Pasha, 2015). Morality is
incredibly important to a Muslim as it impacts every area of their life (Why Islam, 2024). Not
only are Muslims required to hold themselves to a strict, healthy, moral standard, but they are
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also required to contribute to the moral health of society as well (Why Islam, 2024). Right and
wrong for a Muslim is determined by Allah in the word of the Quran. The Quran 7:33 details the
things that “the Lord hath indeed forbidden” which include shameful deeds, sins and trespasses
against truth or reason, and asinine partners to Allah. (Why Islam, 2024). The Quran also details
what the guiding principle of behavior is for Muslims which is referred to as Al’Amal Assalih or
virtuous deeds (Why Islam, 2024). Some of these primary traits include humility, self-control,
and piety (Why Islam, 2024). (164)
Muslims must believe in the afterlife to practice the religion of Islam as it is one of the
pillars of their religion (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Belief in Ma’ad, the Islamic word for
afterlife, is crucial as it provides a system of accountability for all earthly actions done during
one's lifetime. Based on the choices an individual made during their life they will either become
eternal in heaven or hell (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). This resurrection into the afterlife to be
held responsible for all of one’s actions occurs immediately after departing the physical world
(Rafiq, 2014). The new body that one is resurrected into will be a reflection of their earthly
actions with the Quran noting that evildoers will have dark bodies and the righteous will have
bright bodies (Rafiq, 2014). This judgment occurs during the intermediate state called Barzakh or
grave (Rafiq, 2014). Immediately after judgment an individual begins experiencing either their
punishment or reward (Rafiq, 2014). However, not all who are condemned to hell will remain
there forever. On the Day of Resurrection Allah “will expand his mercy so generously that even
Satan will receive it” (Salam Islam, Accessed 2024). Some individuals who originally were cast
off to hell may receive mercy from Allah during the end times and be rewarded with heaven.
(216)
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