6 Pillars of Iman
In Islam, the 6 pillars of Iman, or faith, are fundamental principles that define a Muslim’s belief system. This article will overview each pillar.
These six beliefs encompass a Muslim’s relationship with Allah, His creation, and also the unfolding events of existence. These pillars represent the core beliefs that every Muslim must hold, guiding their actions and shaping their understanding of life, the universe, and also their relationship with Allah. The six pillars of Iman (faith) in Islam are as follows:
This belief emphasises the oneness of Allah (Tawhid) and His uniqueness as the Creator, Sustainer, and Lord of all things. Muslims believe that Allah is the only deity worthy of worship, with no partners, offspring, or equals. The Quran emphasises this concept in several verses, particularly in Surah Al-Ikhlas (112:1-4): “Say, ‘He is Allah, One, Allah, the Eternal Refuge. He neither begets nor is born, nor is there to Him any equivalent.’”
Allah created the Angels from light, they are invisible to the human eye and also serve as obedient servants of Allah, carrying out His commands. Moreover, The Quran mentions angels like Jibreel (Gabriel), who conveyed Allah’s revelations to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Muslims believe that Allah sent revelations to guide humanity, including the Torah, Zabur, Gospel, Injeel, and finally, the Quran. While Muslims respect all previous scriptures, they believe that the Quran is the final and complete revelation, free from distortion and meant for all humanity until the end of time.
Muslims believe in all prophets, from Adam to Muhammad (PBUH), as Allah’s chosen messengers who conveyed His revelations. In addition, the prophets served as role models, guiding their communities toward a righteous path and setting examples of faith, patience, and morality.
Muslims believe that there will be a day when all humans will be resurrected and held accountable for their actions.
Muslims believe everything that happens is part of Allah’s divine plan. Besides, they accept that Allah’s knowledge encompasses all events, past, present, and future. In addition, everything occurs according to His will. However, Muslims also believe that they possess free will and are accountable for their choices.
While the Six Pillars of Iman are not in a single verse, the Quran mentions them in several parts of the Quran and are summarized well in the following verses:
The prophet mentioned the six pillars of Iman directly in Hadith. When asked, “What is Iman?” the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) replied with these six pillars of faith, confirming their status as the core of Muslim belief.
In Conclusion, these beliefs offer a structured worldview for Muslims, teaching them to trust in Allah’s wisdom, live ethically, and prepare for the hereafter.
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