GCSE Religious Studies: Islam: Beliefs Revision

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Whom do Muslims worship?

Islam: Beliefs is a core part of GCSE Religious Studies. Revise the key concepts and common mistakes below, then lock them in with the free games.

Key concepts

Qur'anFinal revealed book of Islam, given to Muhammad ﷺ

HadithRecorded sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

JibrilAngel Gabriel — brought revelation to Muhammad ﷺ

Seal of the ProphetsMuhammad ﷺ — final and last of all prophets

Yawm al-QiyamahThe Day of Judgement / Resurrection

Jannah / JahannamParadise / Hellfire in Islamic teaching

Sunni IslamLargest branch — around 85-90% of Muslims worldwide

Shi'a IslamSecond-largest branch — around 10-15% of Muslims

ImamahShi'a belief in divinely appointed Imams

CaliphateSuccessorship to lead the Muslim community

Free willHuman ability to choose actions

IsaJesus — a great prophet in Islam, not divine

TawhidThe oneness and unity of Allah

ShirkAssociating partners with Allah — the gravest sin

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Whom do Muslims worship?✗ They worship Muhammad. ✓ God (Allah) alone; Muhammad is revered as the final prophet, not worshipped.

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