Islamic Studies/Islamiat MCQs
Topic Notes: Islamic Studies/Islamiat
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
151
Which Sufi concept refers to annihilation of the self in Allah?
Answer:
Fana’
Fana’ is the dissolution of the ego before reaching closeness to Allah.
152
Which of the following is a Sufi practice involving remembrance of Allah?
Answer:
Dhikr
Dhikr (remembrance) is central to Sufi practice, focusing the heart on Allah.
153
What does 'Ihsan' mean in Sufi terminology?
Answer:
Excellence in worship
Ihsan refers to perfecting one’s worship with deep consciousness of Allah.
154
Which term refers to the station of God-consciousness in Sufism?
Answer:
Taqwa
Taqwa (God-consciousness) is a key station in Sufi spiritual realization.
155
Which phase of the spiritual journey involves repentance?
Answer:
Tawbah
Tawbah (repentance) is the first step in the Sufi path toward inner purification.
156
Which word describes a Sufi practitioner?
Answer:
Ṣūfī
A Ṣūfī is someone engaged in the spiritual discipline of Sufism.
157
Which Arabic root is the word 'Sufi' commonly linked to?
Answer:
Ṣ-F-W (purity)
The root Ṣ-F-W signifies purity, referencing the purifying of the heart in Sufism.
158
What is Sufism (Tasawwuf) primarily concerned with?
Answer:
Inner purification and closeness to Allah
Sufism focuses on purifying the heart and drawing nearer to Allah through spiritual practices.