Aaqeeda and Imaniyat

The "Essentials 1" program is an 11-week course primarily focused on Aqeedah (creed) and Imaniyat (faith). Its core objective is to provide a deep understanding of faith, as a strong foundation in Iman is considered essential for comprehending religious principles.

This animation examines the concept of Imaan (faith) in Islam, contrasting it with common misunderstandings that have emerged due to historical factors like the fall of the Ottoman Caliphate, colonial influence, and reinterpretations by non-Muslim scholars. The video argues that Imaan is not blind belief but a reasoned conviction, distinguishing between "non-Shaoori (un-conscious) Imaan, which is often inherited, and "Shaoori (Conscious) Imaan, which involves intellectual understanding and reflection on the world as evidence of truth. It addresses misconceptions, such as the idea that religious truths require empirical proof accessible by the five senses, asserting that many realities, like electromagnetic waves, exist and are understood through their effects, similar to the truths of faith. The source concludes by emphasizing that Shaoori (Conscious) Imaan, involving both heart and intellect, is more robust and necessary for fulfilling religious duties.

This lecture includes an extensive discussion on the identification of the true God and the authentication of prophetic claims within the context of Islamic theology. The speaker refutes several common arguments for divine identity, such as God's attributes or scientific references in scripture, deeming them intellectually unsound or prone to change. Instead, the central and strongest argument presented is the miraculous nature of the Quran, specifically its linguistic challenge, which no human or technology can replicate. This challenge, presented by God Himself, serves as an objective, ever-present proof of the Quran's divine origin and the truth of Islam, distinguishing it from other faiths lacking such undeniable, continuously verifiable evidence.

This animation discusses the concept of Imaan (faith) in Islam. It distinguishes Islamic Imaan from that of other religions, emphasizing it's not blind belief but rather an acceptance of six core truths: Allah, the afterlife, angels, prophets, scriptures, and destiny, based on the testimony of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The text highlights two primary proofs for the truthfulness of prophets: their trustworthy character and the miracles granted to them by Allah, citing examples like Prophet Moses's staff and Prophet Jesus's healing abilities. Finally, it presents the Holy Quran as a continuing miracle and an enduring challenge to humanity, serving as proof of Allah's oneness and the authenticity of Islam.