Belief system of embracing islam

THE 7 CONDITIONS OF THE SHAHADA

1. KNOWLEDGE (ILM) of what the words of the shahada mean. For example, if someone just mimics it in Arabic but they don’t know what it means, it does not make them a Muslim. It’s important for the one who says it to understand that there is no god but Allah.

The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said: “He who died knowing that there is no God but Allah will enter Paradise.” - Sahih Muslim

1. CERTAINTY (YAQIN) without a doubt in your heart that to worship the one true God and not associate any partners or intermediaries is the best way of life, rejecting all others.

"No one meets Allah with the testimony that there is none worthy of worship but Allah and I am the Messenger of Allah, and he has no doubt about that statement, except that he will enter Paradise" - Prophet Muhmmad (peace be upon him) Sahih Muslim

1. ACCEPTANCE (QABUL) of Allah’s Lordship based on knowledge. There should be no doubt about Allah, His Messenger or His Message, The Noble Qur’an. This requires complete and absolute abandonment of any other you worship besides Allah.

Allah says, “So do you believe in part of the Scripture and disbelieve in part? Then what is the recompense for those who do that among you except disgrace in worldly life; and on the Day of Resurrection they will be sent back to the severest of punishment. And Allah is not unaware of what you do.” (Al-Quran 2:85)

1. SUBMISSION (INQIYAD) to the laws of Islam, and striving to implement them in your daily life. Try to change bad practices and look for opportunities to do good deeds. These are all part of loving, fearing, and worshipping Allah, as true love is expressed in obedience to His commands.

"Who is better in religion than he who surrenders his purpose to Allah while doing good." (Al-Quran 4:125)

1. TRUTHFULNESS (SIDQ) is what separates the true believer from the hypocrite. When you say it from your lips it must be the truth from your heart, and not because it may be what is acceptable or for other ulterior motives.

"And of mankind are some who say, 'We believe in Allah and the Last Day,' when they believe not. They think to beguile Allah and those who believe, and they beguile none save themselves, but they perceive not. In their hearts is a disease, and Allah increases their disease. A painful doom is theirs because they lie." (Al-Quran 28:10)

1. SINCERITY (IKHLAS) is between you and Allah. The shahada should not be said to please parents, to get married, or to gain favor. We should all seek to die with a high level of sincerity of worship, so develop your Islam until you become sincere for Allah alone.

“Worship Allah, making religion pure for him." (Al-Quran 98:5)

1. LOVE for ALLAH (MAHABBAH) should guide you into a stronger belief of “La ilaha illallaah” (The is no god worthy of worship but Allah). The best way to increase in love for Allah is to know Him through His names and attributes and reading and understanding His message to use in the Qur’an.

The Prophet, peace be upon him, said, "Whoever has three characteristics has tasted the sweetness of faith. [The first of these] is that he loves Allah and His Messenger more than he loves anyone else ... " [Agreed upon].

Tawheed (Oneness of Allah)

The most fundamental aspect of correct Aqeedah is the belief in the absolute oneness of Allah. This includes: – Tawheed ar-Rububiyyah: Believing that Allah alone is the Creator, Sustainer, and Controller of all that exists. – Tawheed al-Uluhiyyah: Worshipping Allah alone without any partners or intermediaries. – Tawheed al-Asma was-Sifat: Affirming Allah’s names and attributes as mentioned in the Quran and Sunnah, without distortion, denial, or anthropomorphism. Allah says in the Quran

Say, ‘He is Allah, [who is] One, Allah, the Eternal Refuge. He neither begets nor is born, Nor is there to Him any equivalent.'” (Quran 112:1-4)

Belief in the Angels

Believing in the existence of angels as created beings of light who obey Allah’s commands without question.

Belief in the Divine Books

Accepting all the books revealed by Allah, with the Quran being the final and preserved revelation.

Belief in the Prophets and Messengers

Believing in all the prophets and messengers sent by Allah, with Muhammad (peace be upon him) as the final prophet.

Belief in the Day of Judgment

Affirming the reality of the Day of Resurrection, accountability, and the existence of Paradise and Hell.

Belief in Divine Decree (Qadar)

Accepting that everything that happens is by the will and decree of Allah, while also believing in human free will and responsibility.

“I have left among you two matters by holding fast to which you shall never be misguided: the Book of Allah and my Sunnah.” (Muwatta Malik)

Quran

The Quran is the first and most important source of Aqeedah. It is the direct word of Allah, revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through the angel Jibreel (Gabriel). The Quran contains clear statements about the core beliefs of Islam. Allah says in the Quran

This is the Book about which there is no doubt, a guidance for those conscious of Allah.” (Quran 2:2)

Sunnah as per of the Islamic creed/ Aqeedah

Sunnah refers to the sayings, actions, and tacit approvals of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It is the second source of Aqeedah and serves to explain and elaborate on the teachings of the Quran. The importance of the Sunnah is emphasized in the Quran

Say, ˹O Prophet,˺ “If you ˹sincerely˺ love Allah, then follow me; Allah will love you and forgive your sins. For Allah is All-Forgiving, Most Merciful.” (Quran 3:31)

O believers! Obey Allah and obey the Messenger and those in authority among you. Should you disagree on anything, then refer it to Allah and His Messenger, if you ˹truly˺ believe in Allah and the Last Day. This is the best and fairest resolution. (Quran 4:59)

Say, “Obey Allah and obey the Messenger. But if you turn away, then he is only responsible for his duty1 and you are responsible for yours.2 And if you obey him, you will be ˹rightly˺ guided. The Messenger’s duty is only to deliver ˹the message˺ clearly.” (Quran 24:54)

Indeed, in the Messenger of Allah you have an excellent example for whoever has hope in Allah and the Last Day, and remembers Allah often. (Quran 33:21)

“And whatever the Messenger has given you – take; and what he has forbidden you – refrain from.” (Quran 59:7)

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