Islamic Concepts and Terminology
Iman is best defined as which of the following?
- A. The afterlife or hereafter, in which Islamic belief holds that all people will be resurrected and judged
- B. The scale described in Islamic tradition as used on the Day of Judgment to weigh a person's deeds
- C. Faith or belief in Islam, encompassing belief in Allah, His angels, His books, His messengers, the Day of Judgment, and divine decree ✓
- D. The remembrance of Allah through recitation of His names and phrases of praise
Correct answer
C. Faith or belief in Islam, encompassing belief in Allah, His angels, His books, His messengers, the Day of Judgment, and divine decree
Explanation
'Iman' refers to faith or belief in Islam, encompassing belief in Allah, His angels, His books, His messengers, the Day of Judgment, and divine decree.