Islamic Studies/Islamiat (Competitive Exams) MCQs
Topic Notes: Islamic Studies/Islamiat (Competitive Exams)
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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
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What was the primary message contained within the Scrolls of Abraham?
Answer:
The Oneness of God (Tawheed) and moral parables
The Suhuf-i-Ibrahim focused on the fundamental message of all prophets: the worship of one God (Tawheed). Tradition suggests they contained wisdom, exhortations, and parables regarding the temporary nature of the world and the importance of the hereafter.
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According to Islamic belief, what is the current status of the original Suhuf-i-Ibrahim?
Answer:
They are considered lost or no longer extant in their original form
In Islamic theology, while Muslims believe in the original revelation of the Suhuf-i-Ibrahim, the physical scrolls themselves are considered lost to time. They are not available as a complete, verified document today, unlike the Quran which is preserved in its entirety.
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Besides Surah Al-A'la, which other Surah mentions the Scrolls of Abraham?
Answer:
Surah An-Najm
Surah An-Najm (Chapter 53) references the scrolls in verses 36-37, asking if the people had been informed of what was in the scrolls of Moses and Abraham. It highlights Ibrahim as the one 'who fulfilled' his obligations and commandments perfectly.
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In which Surah of the Quran are the Scrolls of Abraham explicitly mentioned alongside the Scrolls of Moses?
Answer:
Surah Al-A'la
The Quran mentions 'Suhufi Ibrahima wa Musa' in the final verses of Surah Al-A'la (Chapter 87). These verses indicate that the message of monotheism and moral accountability delivered by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was consistent with the ancient scriptures revealed to earlier prophets.
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What does the term 'Suhuf-i-Ibrahim' literally translate to in English?
Answer:
The Scrolls of Abraham
In Arabic, 'Suhuf' is the plural of 'Sahifah,' which refers to a leaf, page, or scroll. Therefore, 'Suhuf-i-Ibrahim' refers to the divine revelations or 'Scrolls' sent down to the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) by Allah before the later major books like the Torah and the Quran.